Sister Of NEW delivers structured, OSHA‑aligned pre‑apprenticeship training that prepares women for high‑demand careers in the skilled trades. Each program combines hands‑on technical instruction, safety training, workforce readiness, and leadership development. Our curriculum is aligned with employer expectations, national workforce standards, and our institutional Quality Management System (QMS).
The Carpentry program introduces participants to foundational construction skills, tool safety, measurement, framing, and job‑site readiness. Training includes:
Hand and power tool operation
Measurement, layout, and blueprint basics
Framing and structural fundamentals
Construction math and materials
OSHA‑aligned safety practices
This pathway prepares participants for entry‑level carpentry roles and apprenticeship opportunities.
The Plumbing program provides hands‑on training in basic plumbing systems, tools, safety, and installation techniques. Participants learn:
Plumbing tools and materials
Pipe cutting, joining, and fitting
Water supply and drainage fundamentals
Safety and code awareness
Job‑site professionalism
This pathway supports transition into plumbing apprenticeships and entry‑level industry roles.
The Roofing program builds essential skills for safe, effective work in residential and commercial roofing environments. Training includes:
Roofing tools and equipment
Shingle installation and repair
Underlayment and waterproofing
Ladder and fall‑protection safety
Job‑site communication and teamwork
Participants gain the foundational skills needed for roofing apprenticeships and employment.
The Painting program introduces participants to surface preparation, finishing techniques, safety, and professional standards. Instruction covers:
Interior and exterior painting techniques
Surface prep, patching, and finishing
Tools, materials, and equipment
Safety and environmental awareness
Quality workmanship and customer service
This pathway prepares participants for painting apprenticeships and entry‑level positions.
All programs include:
OSHA‑aligned safety training
Workforce readiness and employability skills
Leadership development
Hands‑on technical practice
Instructor‑led demonstrations
Competency‑based assessments
Transition support into employment or apprenticeship
Graduates of Sister Of NEW’s pre‑apprenticeship programs are prepared to:
Enter registered apprenticeship pathways
Begin entry‑level employment in the skilled trades
Demonstrate safety awareness and job‑site professionalism
Apply technical skills with confidence
Pursue long‑term career advancement in construction and related industries