Building & Construction
Pending professional review: this program and its curriculum has not yet been verified by a licensed professional engineer or master tradesperson. Study draft only.
Construction (general)
9 mo full-time · 1350 clock hours. VT-BUILD-V1 #9754 (2026-09-25): courses, lessons and assessments written for the trade by the build hub; draft pending review.
Core curriculum
Construction safety principles and OSHA regulationstrade mathematics and measurementprofessional communication and career readinesssite safety practices and hazard recognitionhand tools, power tools, and equipment operationrigging fundamentals and load handlingformwork design, assembly, and strippingwood and light-gauge steel framingconcrete materials, mixing, placement, and finishingblueprint reading and plan interpretationmaterials estimating and quantity takeoffcapstone construction projectexternship and worksite placement with industry employerscertification exam preparation for NCCER Core and NCCER Construction Technology
Course & assessment plan
12 courses · 1,350 clock hours · tuition $14,510 COMPLIMENTARY (exam and licensing fees separate; see tuition). Universal core → one competency course per curriculum area → capstone → externship/clinical → exam prep. Open the full plan with every assessment.
Certification & licensure
| Credential | Type | Issuing body |
|---|---|---|
| NCCER Construction Technology | Industry certification | National Center for Construction Education and Research |
| NCCER Core | Industry certification | National Center for Construction Education and Research |
| OSHA 10 | Industry certification | U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Program |
Universal core (all programs)
| Module | Hours |
|---|---|
| Workplace safety (OSHA 10) | 10 |
| First aid / CPR / AED | 8 |
| Applied math & measurement | 40 |
| Technical reading & writing | 30 |
| Digital literacy (IC3/MOS) | 30 |
| Career readiness (NCCER Core / WorkKeys) | 30 |
Stackable pathways
Vertical Construction: Construction (general) → Electrical → Elevator Mechanic (pre-apprentice) → Construction Management / Estimating
Site & Earth: Heavy Equipment Operation → Commercial Driving (CDL) → Construction (general)
