ALACHUA, Fla. (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – He National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, expanded its programs in 2024 to further its commitment to changing lives through construction education.
Careers in construction have the opportunity to lift people out of poverty and contribute positively to economic growth. From expanding free job training and placement services for underserved communities to providing free credentials to veterans for skills learned in military service, NCCER is living its mission. In 2024, NCCER unveiled new programs to introduce high-paying jobs in the construction industry to students and reach underserved people across the country.
Through generous partnerships in 2024, NCCER will:
- Established 47 new high school career and technical education (CTE) programs nationwide through its Secondary School Construction Programproviding thousands of students with NCCER's industry-recognized credentials and allowing them to graduate ready to begin their careers.
- Provided free job training and placement services to more than 200 people in underserved communities through a series of Community Construction Academies. After these accelerated programs, these individuals were immediately placed into the workforce.
- Expanded career exploration efforts by 230% through CareerHomea free, mobile-friendly talent hub designed to connect students to entry-level construction opportunities while increasing industry usage by 115%.
- Launched a virtual conference that connected industry professionals, association leaders and educators through NCCER. Build your future program. The conference provided best practices and new solutions to connect the next generation to the construction industry.
“Our work in 2024 was made possible by the strong partnerships we have built with suppliers, owners and contractors in the construction industry,” said Melissa Perkins, director of Philanthropy and Partnerships at NCCER. “We have been able to make a measurable impact and we are seeing the results.”
NCCER expresses its sincere gratitude to all supporters, partners and industry professionals who contributed to the success of its programs.
“By working together, we are helping more people find meaningful careers in construction and creating a safe, skilled workforce of craft professionals,” Perkins said.
Learn more about NCCER's mission, programs and partnerships by visiting nccer.org.
About NCCER – The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) is an independent, nonprofit 501(c)(3) educational foundation and the leading provider of industry construction education and career and technical education programs. With flexible learning and workforce development solutions, NCCER programs provide consistency and quality to ensure trade professionals and students receive industry-recognized credentials and certifications. For more information, visit www.nccer.org.
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