Finishing Trades Institute of the Great Lakes

Finishing Trades Institute of the Great Lakes is a trade-focused training institution located in Warren, Michigan. The school is affiliated with the finishing trades industry, providing apprenticeship and skills training for workers in painting, drywall finishing, glazing, and related construction crafts. Warren is located in Macomb County and serves as a hub for skilled trades education in the greater Detroit region.

The institute offers training programs aligned with the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades (IUPAT), covering finishing trades credentials at the apprenticeship and journeyman levels. Programs typically include topics such as surface preparation, coating application, glass installation, and finishing techniques.

As a trades training institution in Warren, MI, the Finishing Trades Institute of the Great Lakes plays a direct role in preparing a skilled construction workforce for southeastern Michigan and the broader Great Lakes region. It serves union apprentices and journey-level workers seeking to advance their technical capabilities.