NCCER

09/03/2026

How can education and industry work together to prepare the next generation of craft professionals?

Hear from Jennifer Wilkerson, NCCER Vice President of Innovation and Advancement, Andrew Dunaway, Director of Career-Connected Learning at Pearson and Aaron Haselwood, Construction Trades Instructor at Wichita High School East, during Closing the Gap: How Education and Industry Can Build a Workforce-Ready Future, hosted by Pearson and NCCER.

In this free webinar, the panel will share strategies for building career readiness, connecting learning with workplace experiences and creating sustainable talent pipelines for the skilled trades.

Join the conversation: https://hubs.ly/Q04wzR240

09/02/2026

We're proud to join the Building Futures Skilled Trades Coalition, an unprecedented alliance of more than 75 organizations committed to strengthening America's skilled trades workforce.

Together with the Lowe's Foundation and leading education, workforce and industry partners, we're helping support the goal of training and developing 1 million skilled trades professionals by 2035.

As demand for skilled professionals continues to grow, collaboration across sectors is critical. By investing in training, career pathways and workforce development, we can help build stronger communities while creating rewarding opportunities for the next generation.

Learn more: https://www.lowesfoundation.org/news/lowes-foundation-launches-nations-largest-skilled-trades-coalition-nvidia-att-bank-america

09/02/2026

What should employers consider when building a qualified rigger and signal person program?

Well-developed qualification programs play an important role in supporting safe lifting operations, reinforcing compliance and preparing personnel for success in the field.

Join Ray Rice, NCCER Regional Business Development Manager, for our free webinar, Building Qualified Rigger and Signal Person Programs, where he'll discuss industry requirements, employer responsibilities and best practices for developing qualified riggers and signal persons.

Choose the session that works best for you: Sept. 15 at 10 a.m. ET or Sept. 16 at 3 p.m. ET.

Register now: https://hubs.ly/Q04wgf3-0

09/01/2026

Every worker deserves to make it home safely, both physically and mentally.

National Su***de Prevention Month serves as an important reminder to talk about mental health, but this conversation is one that the construction industry must continue every day of the year. While physical safety is a top priority on every project, mental health challenges often go unseen.

A simple conversation, a supportive workplace and access to resources can save lives.

Let’s break the stigma, look out for one another and continue building a culture where asking for help is viewed as a sign of strength.

Access mental health and su***de prevention resources for the construction industry: https://hubs.ly/Q04w4Rty0

If you or someone you know is struggling or in a crisis, call or text 988 or text TALK to 741741.

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08/31/2026

Last week, NCCER's Jennifer Wilkerson presented a Construction Dive breakout session, "The New Retention Strategy: Turning Training into a Competitive Advantage."

Jennifer explains why training can no longer be viewed as an expense. Instead, leading companies are using employee development as a strategic tool to strengthen retention, build culture, and create clear career pathways.

You can catch the full session here: https://hubs.ly/Q04vWrKY0

08/28/2026

Cheers to a major milestone!

Earlier this week, we celebrated the official launch of CraftPro and honored the NCCER team, our friends and partners, whose hard work made it possible. Together, we've created a platform designed to accelerate craft training, support career growth and help shape the future of the construction industry.

Thank you to everyone who helped bring CraftPro to life. Here's to innovation, opportunity and meeting learners where they're at!

08/28/2026

Save the Date: November 12, 2026

Workforce development progress happens when employers, educators and industry professionals are aligned around a common goal: preparing the next generation of skilled craft professionals.

That’s why NCCER is bringing those people together at the ISNetworld office in Dallas, TX on November 12 for our next Regional Event. Industry and education leaders will gather to exchange ideas, strengthen partnerships and explore opportunities around workforce growth.

We hope you’ll plan to be part of the conversation. More information to come soon!

08/27/2026

How confident are you in your rigger and signal person qualification process?

A strong qualification program helps support safe lifting operations, strengthen compliance and ensure personnel have the knowledge and skills needed in the field.

Join Ray Rice, NCCER Regional Business Development Manager, for our free webinar, Building Qualified Rigger and Signal Person Programs.

Choose the session that works best for you: Sept 15 at 10 am ET or Sept 16 at 3 pm ET

We'll explore industry requirements, employer responsibilities and best practices for developing qualified riggers and signal persons.

Register now: https://hubs.ly/Q04vwtTs0

08/26/2026

A new school year is the perfect time to help students start thinking about their futures.

With CareerStarter, educators can help students:

• Explore construction career pathways
• Build professional resumes
• Showcase skills and credentials
• Connect classroom learning to real-world opportunities

The earlier students begin exploring careers, the more confident they'll be in planning their next steps after graduation. Start the year strong by creating your CareerStarter school account and inviting your students today: https://hubs.ly/Q04vp99q0

08/25/2026

The future of construction training is here.

NCCER has launched CraftPro®, an innovative online training solution built to help contractors develop skilled workers faster, more efficiently and at scale.

Designed for today’s workforce challenges, CraftPro® provides:

• Self-paced, mobile-friendly learning
• Instructional videos in English and Spanish
• Interactive activities to reinforce training concepts
• Self-review quizzes to prepare learners for course assessments
• Performance evaluations to measure growth and jobsite readiness.

By removing traditional training barriers, CraftPro® helps contractors invest in their people, improve productivity and strengthen workforce performance.

Read the full press release to learn how CraftPro® is transforming construction workforce training: https://www.nccer.org/newsroom/nccer-launches-craftpro-to-unlock-full-potential-of-construction-workforce/

New workforce training solution removes barriers and empowers contractors to maximize productivity and profits