Unraveling the Red Tape for Apprenticeship Opportunities
Apprenticeship programs offered by employers play a vital role in developing the construction workforce. They present paid opportunities for young people to learn while earning a wage and often lead...
View ArticleThe Builders’ Table Ep. 113: Andrew Brown
Andrew Brown, Co-founder of Toolfetch join The Builders’ Table Podcast. The post The Builders’ Table Ep. 113: Andrew Brown appeared first on NCCER.
View Article4 Stats That Show the Exploding Demand for Career and Technical Education
Career and technical education (CTE) has historically been a staple in American schools. Once called vocational education, these types of classes taught students specific skills that were tangible and...
View ArticleThe Builders’ Table Ep 114: Scott Stump & Melissa Rekeweg
Scott Stump & Melissa Rekeweg, Chief executive officer and Assoc Director of strategic initiatives at FFA, join The Builders’ Table Podcast. The post The Builders’ Table Ep 114: Scott Stump &...
View ArticleHow CareerStarter Is Transforming Connections in the Construction Industry
CareerStarter is a workforce tool that connects students, educators and employers in the construction industry. The tool empowers students interested in construction jobs to learn about various...
View ArticleWorking in Construction doesn’t make you any less of a woman – Kimberly Spain
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View ArticleRaised to be a Housewife but decided on Construction – Pansy Bruce
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View ArticleWelding can change your life – Elaine James
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View ArticleDo it with your whole heart – Ashton White
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View ArticleWomen can do Welding easily – Elaine James
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View ArticleBuilding Better: Rethinking Leadership in Construction
How Women Lead Differently—And Why That Matters Now More Than Ever The construction industry stands at a pivotal moment. Labor shortages, burnout, and evolving workforce expectations demand more than...
View ArticleThe Builders’ Table Ep. 115: Naomi Jackson
Naomi Jackson, founder of Plumb HR LLC join The Builders’ Table Podcast. The post The Builders’ Table Ep. 115: Naomi Jackson appeared first on NCCER.
View ArticleAn Electric Career — Sparking Interest for Women in Construction
Life in Wyoming can be tough, gritty and challenging. The terrain is rugged, and the weather at times unforgiving. It’s known as the “Cowboy State” for its cowboy culture and ... The post An Electric...
View ArticleNCCER in the News: Wilkerson Named to “Construction Champions” List
NCCER Vice President for Innovation and Advancement, Jennifer Wilkerson, has been named as one of Construction Dive’s 2025 Construction Champions. The annual Construction Champions list, now in its...
View ArticleNCCER in the News: Lowe’s Foundation Renews Partnership with NCCER Through...
The Lowe’s Foundation announced this year’s Gable Grants, serving to strengthen nonprofits on the front lines of a growing skilled trades workforce movement. As part of the grant program, the...
View ArticleThe Builders’ Table Ep 116: Trevor Gates
Trevor Gates, quality control manager at Grand Rapids Gravel, join The Builders’ Table Podcast. The post The Builders’ Table Ep 116: Trevor Gates appeared first on NCCER.
View Article4 Benefits of Promoting Construction Field Leaders from Within
Having reliable field leaders to oversee projects is one of the top priorities for any construction company. Roles like superintendent, general foreman and crew leader play a big part in ... The post 4...
View ArticleNCCER in the News: The Builders’ Table Named Among Top Construction Podcasts
NCCER’s official podcast, The Builders’ Table, was recently named one of the top construction-related podcasts by Construction Dive. Hosted by NCCER Vice President of Innovation and Advancement...
View ArticleNCCER In The News: Construction Dive – Poor leadership pushing women out of...
Building Better: Rethinking Leadership in Construction, a 2025 women in construction-focused study published by NCCER and Ambition Theory, was featured in a recent article by Construction Dive....
View ArticleThe Builders’ Table Ep 117: Jennifer Worth & Martha Parham
Jennifer Worth, Senior VP of Academics and Workforce Development, and Dr. Martha Parham, Senior VP of Public Relations, at the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC), join The Builders’...
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