Cement & Concrete Workers Training and Education Fund

Astoria’s industrial edge has long shaped its identity, and along 35th Avenue, trade skills take center stage. The Cement & Concrete Workers Training and Education Fund offers a focused curriculum for those entering or advancing in the building trades. Classes cover fundamentals like formwork, finishing techniques, and material science—practical knowledge that directly translates to job sites across the city. Safety protocols and equipment handling are also part of the program, ensuring participants leave with both technical know-how and workplace confidence. It’s a no-frills approach to education, where hands-on learning bridges the gap between classroom theory and real-world application.

You’ll find the center at 29-18 35th Ave, a short walk from the elevated N/W tracks that rumble overhead. The neighborhood’s mix of warehouses and small businesses mirrors the kind of work the training prepares people for—durable, tangible, and essential. For details on enrollment or upcoming sessions, call (347) 537-5926. When it’s time to visit, pull up the map for directions: here. The sidewalks here are wide, built to handle the steady flow of foot traffic that keeps this part of Queens humming.