Every Student Deserves Access to Construction Education
Construction-focused career and technical education (CTE) programs teach students valuable, practical trade skills that help them become more self-sufficient while opening pathways to high-paying career opportunities.
Bringing construction CTE to your high school makes a difference for your students—and your community.
Meet Your Guide: NCCER
For 30 years, the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) has helped build skilled trades programs at high schools across the country by providing:
Expert-developed curricula for both basic construction skills and specific crafts like carpentry, electrical, masonry and more
Industry-recognized training credentials for both knowledge and performance
Support and resources for instructors and program personnel
Guidance from our experienced team of program builders
And More as part of our suite of comprehensive construction education solutions
NCCER's High School Builder Program is designed to help you establish high-quality construction programs for high school students in a simple and cost-effective way by providing curriculum, resources and industry-recognized credentials.
Program Features
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Meets Perkins and other federal and state funding requirements + additional opportunities for funding
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Provides stackable, industry-recognized credentials that support construction careers for students
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Vertically articulates with apprenticeships, postsecondary programs and industry pathways
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Combines academics with hands-on career training for engaging student experience
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Connects educators with a vast industry network
CTE Instructor Support
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Comprehensive training for program directors and instructors
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Ready-to-use lesson plans, videos, presentations and hands-on activities
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NCCERconnect: A robust online course tool with class management and grade tracking
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Ongoing implementation support and scheduled check-ins
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Instructor Toolbox: Direct access to craft-specific and instructor resources
Testimonials
Why NCCER?
Martin Aftuck, principal at Middleburg High School (FL), discusses how NCCER provides a framework for student and school success.
The Blueprint for Construction Education
Let NCCER help you lay the foundation for your high school construction education program.
Ready to Connect?
Fill out the form below to connect with an NCCER representative about our construction CTE solutions for high schools.