St. Paul Church of God in Christ
Community Development Ministries, Inc

SPCDM
Pre-Apprenticeship Construction Training Program

Your Pathway to a Career in the Trades

Your Pathway to a Career in the Trades

SPCDM Program Offers:

  • Union Entry Aptitude Test Prep

  • Job Placement Support for Construction Careers

  • Classroom Instruction

  • Hands-on Industry Training

  • Job Site Tours

  • Wrap-Around Services

  • Case Management

  • Support Services

  • Resume & Interview Coaching

  • Stipends

  • Personal & Professional Development

  • Trade Specific Mathematics

  • Workplace Safety Protocols

  • Construction Industry Culture

  • Industry Specific Knowledge

  • Industry Recognized Certifications

    • OSHA-10

    • First Aid

    • CPR

    • TradesFutures MC3 Curriculum

Classroom Time:

  • 12-Weeks Training

  • Monday – Friday

  • 6:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (Training Hours)

A group of eight construction workers wearing orange safety vests and green hard hats standing in front of a green construction barrier that has the words "W: O'NEILL" on it.

Class of 2025 toured a Northwestern Hospital jobsite with SPCDM Partner W.E. O’Neil, guided by their Superintendent. Students experienced an active Construction site firsthand and connected with the various workers.

Program Resources

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Our Mission

We are committed to delivering services that empower individuals and strengthen communities. Our work encompasses educational support for community organizations, faith-based institutions, and other entities dedicated to uplifting those they serve. We provide end-to-end support for entry and advancing careers in Union Construction. Through these efforts, we are dedicated to breaking barriers, creating opportunities, and building a foundation for long-term success and self-sufficiency.

Strategies You Can Trust

At SPCDM, our mission is to foster peace and progress by using methods of accountability that create win-win outcomes for everyone involved. We believe development projects can be SEAMLESS when all stakeholders (City & State Officials, Developers, Contractors, Community Members, and more) come together in collaboration. Our proven track record and reputation reflect our commitment: there’s no substitute for doing what’s right for the greater good.

Career Readiness

SPCDM is dedicated to preparing our students for success in U.S. Department of Labor - Registered Apprenticeship Programs. We know that preparation is the key, as demonstrated by our graduates who have gone on to secure careers with living wages, medical and dental benefits, and pensions.

Spirit of Excellence

We believe in raising the bar - for individuals, organizations, and for our community. Through our SEAMLESS workforce services, we help people remove barriers to success, prepare for steady employment, and achieve economic stability. Whether through career preparation, communication and negotiation training, or direct support into Apprenticeship programs, SPCDM cultivates a spirit of excellence that empowers growth and success in the industry.

Advocacy at the Forefront

SPCDM continues to stand at the forefront of advocacy for economic justice, workforce inclusion, and pathways to family-sustaining careers. As both a voice and a bridge, SPCDM advocates at the table for equity, access and opportunity.

Through robust policies, strategic resource sharing, and intentional partnerships, SPCDM champions systems that open doors rather than close them. By linking advocacy with action, SPCDM drives change on two fronts: shaping the systems that govern economic opportunity and empowering people with the tools, skills, and resources to claim it.

Where to Find Us

St. Paul Church of God in Christ
Community Development Ministries, Inc

4550 S. Wabash Avenue
Chicago, IL 60653