JTED Expands its Programs to Class of 2026 Graduates

You may be eligible for a JTED concurrent program at Pima Community College. In one year, you can earn industry certifications or complete college technical courses to earn a college certificate. This learning experience will increase your knowledge, skill set, and confidence in a Career Technical program.

This program will be offered at Pima Community College during the day. It is focused on building skills in the trades that are in high demand in Pima County. If you are interested in Construction, please reach out to counselors@pimajted.org to start the pre-enrollment process.

The deadline to pre-enroll is February 27, 2026.

Current Available Programs

Building & Construction Technologies

Designed with the high school graduate in mind, this one-year (two-semester) college program is focused on expanding on professionalism and worksite safety.  Students will develop confidence in carpentry, blueprint reading, masonry & concrete, and principles of construction.  

This program is ideal for students who want to pursue a career in construction and did not have the opportunity to take construction in high school.

Eligibility

  • Year 1:
    • High School Graduate from the class of 2026
    • Complete PCC Assessments in reading, writing, and math

Other Requirements

  • Students are required to attend an Information Session in the Spring semester. JTED will communicate with students and parents the days and times of the sessions.  
  • Students must complete JTED & PCC Onboarding requirements
    • Apply to PCC 
    • Complete JTED enrollment
  • Attend JTED & PCC New Student Orientation
    • Upload and submit college forms (Verification of Lawful Presence, FERPA)

Number of Years to Complete this Program

1 year to complete

Things to Consider

  1. Students attend college classes at Pima Community College – Downtown Campus
  2. Classes are a blend of in-person hands-on and online
  3. JTED pays for the college tuition for this program

Direct Employment

  • Apprenticeship in Electrical, Masonry, Carpentry, Plumbing, or Welding 
  • Highway Maintenance Worker
  • Cement Mason
  • Construction Worker
  • Fence Builder
  • Floor and Carpet Layer

Jobs Available After Additional or Advanced Training

  • Journeyman License Holder
  • Construction Project Manager
  • Contractor
  • Civil Engineer
  • Architect

Locations

JTED @ Pima Community College (Downtown Campus)

1255 N. Stone Ave.

Schedule Availability

  • Classes are scheduled per semester (days and times will vary) 
  • Students are expected to be on campus 2- 3 days a week 
  • Class Times and Locations are subject to change by Pima Community College

Program Completion/Sequence

Fall Semester

  • BCT105 – Professionalism in Service, Construction Math, Basic Rigging
  • BCT107 – Basic Safety, Hand & Power Tools, Blueprint Reading 
  • BCT145 – Carpentry 1

Spring Semester

  • BCT101 – Principles of Construction
  • BCT120 – Blueprint Reading & Construction
  • BCT123 – Concrete/Masonry
  • STU100 – Student Success & Career Planning
Arizona Department of Education Standards

Certification

  • Core Certification 
  • Carpentry Level 1 
  • OSHA 10

Credits

  • Students will complete a total of 19 college credit hours

Required PPE

  • Clear safety glasses 
  • Mechanic-style work gloves
  • Closed-toed shoes
  • Non-synthetic clothing