COVINGTON, Ky. — The Enzweiler Building Institute (EBI) proudly announces the successful graduation of its inaugural class from the innovative Life Skills Training and Trade Certificate Program, marking a significant milestone in the institute’s commitment to excellence in skilled trades training and the Life Learning Center’s (LLC) impact on those they serve. This achievement is further magnified by the strategic collaboration with LLC, cementing a powerful alliance for the benefit of tradespeople and the community. The event was held on Thursday, January 4th, 2024, at LLC’s location at 20 West 18th Street in Covington, Kentucky, where 13 individuals and those close to them celebrated the convocation of certificates.
The inaugural graduates of the Institute and LLC’s partnership have undergone an intensive 13-week program, blending hands-on construction knowledge with comprehensive life skills, positioning them as work-ready individuals. The program’s unique approach, tailored to meet the needs of those seeking entry into employment opportunities, empowers graduates with a robust beginning to enter the construction industry with the sector’s needs of tens of thousands of new workers in one of the region’s most in-demand employment areas.
The program was created with the support of Kenton County Fiscal Court through a grant funded by the American Recovery Plan Act. Funds go to provide tuition, costs associated with instruction, and support for Life Learning Center’s programming. “We are immensely proud of our graduates and the synergies formed through our partnership with Life Learning Center,” said Brian Miller, Executive Vice President of the Building Industry Association of Northern Kentucky and President of the Enzweiler Building Institute. “This collaboration goes beyond traditional education and skilled trades training; it’s about equipping individuals with the tools they need for a successful and fulfilling life. We believe that investing in technical and personal development is key to empowering our graduates to make meaningful contributions to the construction industry and the community.”
“The partnership between Life Learning Center and Enzweiler Building Institute has proven to be an invaluable collaboration. This past week, it was truly inspirational to celebrate the first graduates of the Life Skills Training and Trade Certificate Program. By combining Enzweiler’s 13-week skilled trades program with our Foundations for a Better Life transformational skills program, we are ensuring the success of these graduates and supporting a growing workforce in the trades industries. I want to thank Kenton County Fiscal Court for funding this visionary endeavor and cannot wait to see the resounding impact across the region,” said Alecia Webb-Edgington, President and CEO of Life Learning Center.
This achievement is a testament to the dedication and hard work of the graduates but also underscores the effectiveness of the partnership between EBI and the Life Learning Center. The collaborative effort between these two institutions has provided students with a holistic educational experience, combining technical proficiency with essential life skills.
LLC’s contribution to the program extends beyond skilled trades training, offering a supportive environment that nurtures personal and professional growth. Graduates have not only acquired technical prowess but have also honed interpersonal skills, resilience, and a strong work ethic – qualities that are crucial for success in any career.
The success of this program sets a precedent for future endeavors between the two organizations. By bridging the gap between skilled trades training and real-world challenges, EBI and LLC have laid the foundation for a model of collaboration that transcends conventional boundaries.
The graduates are now poised to enter the construction workforce, ready to impact the industry and their community. With the support of EBI and LLC, they are prepared to continue their pathway to a lucrative and rewarding career. From there, they can continue in the workforce, pursue further training in the industry in a licensed or skills-based trade, or take advantage of more accelerated pathways offered by the Institute to go as far as they wish with their career.
As EBI and LLC look ahead, this partnership serves as a blueprint for future initiatives to empower individuals with a comprehensive skill set and a strong foundation for personal growth. For more information on the Life Skills Training and Trade Certificate Program, visit https://buildinginstitute.com/13-week-comprehensive-training-program.
The mission of Life Learning Center is to deliver an innovative, holistic, integrated continuum of education and care to assist individuals in overcoming challenges and barriers, allowing them to step up to their highest potential. LLC is building a caring and serving community by helping people learn, secure, and sustain a better way of living through gainful employment. Life Learning Center’s transformational skills program, Foundations for a Better Life, focuses on addressing five domains of life: Physical, Financial, Spiritual, Emotional, and Relational. The curriculum assists low-income, unemployed, and underemployed individuals in identifying and overcoming the barriers they are facing. In addition, LLC serves as a focal point of resources for community-based recovery support, including peer support, a diverse array of recovery support groups, employment supports, and life skills training necessary for employment retention. Life Learning Center is where people regain a sense of meaning; at Life Learning Center, people learn how to live life with purpose and intention.
Transforming lives through training, the Enzweiler Building Institute is dedicated to empowering individuals with the expertise essential for success in the construction industry and fostering a skilled workforce. The Institute is the longest-running and one of the largest trade schools under the auspices of the National Association of Home Builders. Beginning in 1967, the Institute has provided a well-trained workforce for the local construction industry. EBI offers their 13-week afternoon program in collaboration with Life Learning Center, focusing on the following trades: Carpentry, Facilities Maintenance and remodeling, Heritage/Restoration Trades, HVAC, Masonry, Plumbing and Welding.
