“Women in Construction”

Date: Thu, May 14, 2009

Session #1:12:30 to 1:15 p.m.

Session #2: 1:30 to 2:15 p.m.

Audience: High School and Middle School

About this program:
Today more than ever, the construction industry offers women tremendous opportunities for employment, entrepreneurship, and financial security. With construction one of the nation’s largest industries, there is an ever-growing demand for women in this “non-traditional” career field with higher entry-level wages and a career ladder leading to business owner. And, opportunities to own a business are better in construction than any other industry with women-owned construction companies making up more than 12 percent of the market.

Discover how a career in construction can be a good decision for you. Join members of the Northern Ohio Chapter of Associated Builders and Contractors as they share tips for success and highlight career opportunities available for women in construction.

To participate:
Schools interested in participating in this educational opportunity should contact John Ramicone at 216-916-6360 or by May 12th. A program fee of $75.00 will be charged to schools not in the NOTA member districts. Please process a purchase order to WIVZ/PBS Distance Learning, c/o John Ramicone, 1375 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland 44115 and fax a copy or the p.o. number to 216-916-6361.