Central Valley Training Center. Building Careers. Creating Possibilities.

Start your career in less than a year

California High-Speed Rail Authority

The California High-Speed Rail Authority (Authority) has partnered with the City of Selma to create a workforce development center that will provide pre-apprenticeship classes and hands-on construction industry training for Central Valley residents.  This center and its programs are aimed at serving veterans, at-risk young adults, minority and low-income populations between the counties of Fresno, Kings, Tulare, Kern, Madera and Merced.

City of Selma California

At the Central Valley Training Center, we help students prepare for careers with an introduction to over ten different trades. Over a 10-week course, you’ll receive comprehensive and innovative training to help launch your careers. Students will receive an introduction to the following trades:

  • Bricklayer
  • Carpenter
  • Cement Mason
  • Electrician
  • Iron Worker
  • Operating Engineer
  • Painter & Allied Trade
  • Plumber & Pipe Fitter
  • Roofer/Waterproofer
  • Sheet Metal Worker
  • Teamster

Cohort Highlights

City of Selma California

“Selma’s proximity to other cities allows us to bring quality programs to our residents and prepare them for a rewarding career in the construction industry.”

Henry Perea, Authority Board Member

New classes starting soon!

ORIENTATION DATES

More orientation sessions are being scheduled!

 

Questions?

Call 559-268-8301 for more details!

 

Sign up Today! 

*TENTATIVE 2025 CLASS SCHEDULE

*(dates subject to change)

 

Cohort 16: 1/27/25-4/4/25

Cohort 17: 4/14/25-6/20/25

Cohort 18: 6/30/25-9/5/25

Cohort 19: 9/15/25-11/21/25

 

1775 PARK STREET, BUILDING 79P
SELMA, CA

TO QUALIFY:

Must be at least 18 years old | Have a valid driver’s license | The ability to pass a drug test

HOW TO APPLY

Please refer to the class schedule. If you are interested in enrolling in an upcoming cohort, you can click here to apply.

Questions?

CONTACT: Fresno County EDC
559.476.2500 | doglesby@fresnoedc.com

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PARTNERS

Fresno County Economic Development Corporation
Building & Construction Trades Council - American Federation of Labor - Congress of Industrial Organization - Fresno, Madera, Kings & Tulare Counties
Chase
Fresno Economic Opportunities Commission