Welcome to The D.C. Students Construction Trades Foundation

The D.C. Students Construction Trades Foundation prepares District residents for success in careers, education and life. Since 2005, the Foundation has helped District students access career pathways in the skilled construction trades.

The Foundation, a 501(c) 3 organization, is a public/private partner working with D.C. Public Schools and the D.C. Apprenticeship Council to support the Academy of Construction and Design at Cardozo Senior High School and the District of Columbia Apprenticeship Academy. The Foundation strives to make skilled trades education and training accessible to residents of the District of Columbia.

Our Vision

We believe in the ability of every person to find success when pathways are offered to them. Our programs are designed to serve District residents at many levels:

• We introduce middle school students to the broad range of careers in the building industry.
• We engage high school students in hands-on learning experiences and positive peer interactions that build successful paths to graduation, careers and post-secondary education.
• We help apprentices and their employers meet continuing education goals through instructor-led and directed study programs of related instruction.