Alaska's Helmets to Hardhats
Helmets to Hardhats Free Construction Training for Vets!
You've helped build our nation, and now it's time to build a better future for yourself. Alaska’s Helmets to Hardhats reaches out to Veterans, Transitioning Service Members, and Active-Duty Spouses and helps them connect to quality training and careers in construction.
If you’re interested in better career opportunities call or email Jason at (907) 569 4713 or Jason@alaskaworks.org
Registration & Training, Let's Get Started!
Now is a great time to start working towards a better career and a brighter future. Below are links to our H2H registration form and our construction training application. Please be sure to fill out the H2H registration form before filling out the training application. If you have any questions don't hesitate to contact us for assistance.
Step One:
Please fill out the H2H Registration Form.
Step Two:
Please complete the Construction Training Application.
Helmets to Hardhats training:
- These classes are designed exclusively for veterans, transitioning service members, and active-duty spouses. You can apply to all our other training as well.
- Once you complete our training, you are eligible to apply to our Health and Safety short courses
Current Available Training:
Anchorage and Mat-Su:
- H2H Power Tools: March 24th - 28th, 2025; Monday - Friday 8AM to 4:30PM
Fairbanks:
- H2H Carpentry: December 2nd - 6th, 2024; Monday - Friday 8AM to 4:30PM
Watch the interview with KTVA to learn more about the Helmets to Hardhats program.
Jacob served in the Marine Corps until his contract ended in 2018. After his service was completed he moved back home to Alaska and wanted to explore different career options. He decided that he wanted a career with the IBEW and after learning about the free training opportunities at Alaska Works he decided to register with H2H and apply. Jacob stood out and received top marks from his instructors and the staff at AWP gladly wrote him a letter of recommendation for an apprenticeship. Jacob was accepted as a first year IBEW Wireman apprentice.
~Jacob Schwarzer
“Kelain was separating from the Army and searching for gainful employment. He contacted Alaska Works and inquired about construction apprenticeships and Helmets to Hardhats. While he was still on active duty, he was able to take 2 separate trainings and after completing them, he decided he wanted to apply to the Operators Apprenticeship as a Heavy Equipment Service Oiler. Once he was accepted, Alaska Works was able to pay for his tools and gear to set him up for success. ”
~Kelain Kendrick
“The H2H carpentry class with Brian was a great class. I enjoyed how we talked about the lesson and immediately went into application. It was structured and the instructor was extremely knowledgeable of the trade.“
~ John Matheson