Frequently Asked Questions
Student Information
How can our school or school district get involved and start a program?
Please contact the ACT office for more information. We will be happy to speak with you about expanding the ACT Program into your area.
Who do I contact if I am still in school?
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Orange County Public Schools / Candice Mixon or Shayla Mack / 407-317-3200 -
Osceola County District Schools / John DeRosa / 407-870-4600 -
Seminole County Public Schools / Gene Tavares / 407-320-0171 -
Lake County Public Schools / Lynnea Weissman / 352-988-4876
What if I already graduated from high school?
For people that are no longer in high school, the same opportunities may be available in many of the adult apprenticeship programs in your area of career interest. You can contact your local vocational school and request information on their adult apprenticeship programs. A list of registered apprenticeship programs is listed in our PROGRAM NEWS section.
What are the opportunities in this career?
Please review the Career Paths for each trade area. This flow chart was developed by industry representatives of Central Florida.
How much do I get paid?
Sophomores and Juniors are currently starting at $11.00/hr; graduating Seniors start at $12.00/hr. Students are also eligible to receive standard employee benefits as they begin full-time employment after graduation.
Who will hire me?
When do I begin on-the-job training?
What do I learn in the classroom?
When can I start?
What are the qualifications for acceptance into the ACT Program?
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must be 16 years of age. -
be on track for graduation. -
has completed and submitted an ACT student application. -
must agree to substance abuse testing, if required by employer. -
must maintain a 2.0 GPA once enrolled. -
must have transportation to and from job site once employed
Contractors/Industry/Business Information
Incentives for Employers to get involved
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Quality Work Force -
Reduced Recruiting Costs -
Trained/Skilled Employee -
Less Cost for Training and Wage Cost Subsistence -
Proven Work Ethic -
Less Attrition -
High Productivity and Better Quality Products -
And more…
Membership advantages
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Participate in student interview, selection, and placement process. -
Active participant in program development. -
Access to National and State publications and resources. -
Marketing advantages. -
May satisfy Pre-bid qualifications. -
Networking opportunities
Are students covered by Workers Compensation?
Can students work in Construction under 18 years old?
County Information
What are the steps to begin a program like ACT?
The consortium is dedicated to a partnership with government and the School Boards of Lake, Orange, Osceola and Seminole Counties to “Train our Future Work Force Today!”