LEWISTON — Lewiston Adult Education is offering its Construction Training Program starting in February for people looking to build a foundation for a construction career. The program is free to eligible participants.

Students can earn a Work Ready credential, Occupational Safety and Health Administration 10, a 10-hour training in basic safety and health information for entry-level workers in construction and general industry, and Renovation, Repair, Painting certification.

They also learn about workplace safety, hand and power tools, along with fractions and basic geometry. They will get work experience with local employers with opportunities for good-paying jobs following the completion of training.

To qualify, participants must: pass the CASAS test in reading and math, have the ability to work in the United States and successfully complete an eligibility screening. Participants should be able to pass an employer-sponsored drug screening.

The Construction Training Program will be held five days a week with daytime sessions. It will include classroom instruction and work experience.

The deadline to apply is Feb. 8. Classes are scheduled to begin on Feb. 22 and run through May.

Community Concepts, Families Forward/Fedcap, Eastern Maine Development Corp., the Lewiston CareerCenter, the city of Lewiston, Goodwill Take 2, the Maine Adult Education Association, Workforce Maine and Strengthen LA are partners in the program.

Call Lewiston Adult Education at 207-784-2928 for more information.