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GoodTrades Training Programs

Verified · October 23, 2026

Free construction and trades training in Jacksonville. The first step is Construction Basics Training (NCCER), covering safety, hand and power tools, construction math, materials handling, construction drawings, and rigging. After finishing NCCER, students can enter 8-week Residential Carpentry or Plumbing training cohorts. The GoodCareers team helps with mock interviews, job search advice, and hiring events with employers.

Organization
Goodwill Industries of North Florida, Inc.
Address
Goodwill GoodTrades Center, 5150 Timuquana Road, Suite #15, Jacksonville, FL 32210
Hours
Carpentry and Plumbing cohorts run Monday–Thursday 8:30 am–11:30 am & 12 pm–3 pm (class schedules and cohort dates listed on the page)
Who qualifies
People who want to start a construction or trade career (no income or age limits stated for GoodTrades)
How to apply
Use the "APPLY TODAY" links on the GoodTrades page for the training you want
Cost
Free — page states "Goodwill's free GoodTrades training programs" and calls Construction Basics a "tuition-free training program"
Last verified
October 23, 2026

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