Train. Test. Equip.

Build Smart Institute™

COMPREHENSIVE PROGRAMS FOR CAREERS IN CONSTRUCTION & CAREER ADVANCEMENT

The mission of Build Smart Institute™ is to educate and train individuals to become career-ready and advance within construction industry occupations. With a combination of virtual learning, classroom instruction and hands-on laboratory skill practice, Build Smart Institute will train you, test you, and give you the tools to be successful.

With Build Smart Institute™, YOU will stand out from the crowd.

Testimonials

"Before I came to Build Smart Institute, I had never really considered a job in the trades. I was working at a job where I wasn't happy, and no career advancement was likely. Build Smart Institute's Core Fundamentals program provided an introduction to the trades and related safety practices, and some experience with hand and power tools. As valuable as that education was, it was only the start of many opportunities for networking, volunteering, seeing other students succeed, and exploring a career at Southern Air, Inc."

- Levi Weddle, Fundamentals of Construction Graduate,
Full-Time Employee of Southern Air, Inc.

"BSI will open doors for your students beyond high school and provide career opportunities upon graduation that keep our young adults employed in the Roanoke Valley and beyond."

- Patrick Patterson, Roanoke Catholic School Head of School

Career Exploration

Ideal for Middle School Students, High School Students, Adult Learners, & Apprenticeship Training.

Students Will Learn:

Basic Employability Skills
Basic Construction Materials
Basic Safety (including OSHA 10 Certification)
Construction Math
Blueprint Reading
& More!

Career Preparation

Designed for Apprenticeship Participants, Recent High School Graduates, Displaced Workers & Career Opportunity Seekers.

Classes May Include:

DOLI Apprentice Classroom Hours
Technical Trade-Specific Training
Building Assembly Training
Safety Training
& More!

Career Advancement

Perfect for Construction Professionals, Established Tradesmen, Project Managers & Project Seekers.

Programs Can Include:

Introduction to Lean Construction
Superintendent Training
Project Management Training
Mentor Training
& More!

Career Exploration

Ideal for Middle School Students, High School Students & Apprenticeship Training.

Students Will Learn:

Basic Employability Skills
Basic Construction Materials
Basic Safety (including OSHA 10 Certification)
Construction Math
Blueprint Reading
& More!

Career Preparation

Designed for Apprecenticeship Participants, Recent High School Graduates, Displaced Workers & Career Opportunity Seekers.

Classes May Include:

DOLI Apprentice Classroom Hours
Technical Trade-Specific Training
Building Assembly Training
Safety Training
& More!

Career Advancement

Perfect for Construction Professionals, Established Tradesmen, Project Managers & Project Seekers.

Programs Can Include:

Lean Management
Superintendent Training
Project Management Training
Mentor Training
& More!

BuildSmartVirtual Portal

An online learning portal provided by Build Smart Institute™, BuildSmartVirtual.com was created to support construction training. Classroom sessions aren’t always an option. With a virtual learning approach, BuildSmartVirtual can be utilized as a stand-alone knowledge competency instructional program or a hybridized approach with blended virtual and classroom learning. BuildSmartVirtual provides hybrid learning for the 21st Century student.

Learning Tracks for Students to Monitor Progress

Training Videos for Construction Industry Relevant Topics

Knowledge Quizzes to Validate Subject Competency

Competency Badges to Keep Students Motivated

Construction Industry Safety Training

Online Training for a Variety of Construction Tools

Learn Plumbing, Electric, and Framing Basics

Optional In-Person, Hands-On Training at Build Smart Institute™ Available

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Courses

Build Smart Institute™ offers :

Core Fundamentals Construction, which includes:

Safety & PPE Module
Tape Measure Module
Marking Module
Hand Tools Module
Construction Materials Module
Power Tools Module
Power Saws Module
Levels and Squaring Module

Additional courses, include:

Introduction to Plumbing
Introduction to Electrical
Introduction to Framing
Customizable Program combining requested modules
Apprentice Training (DOLI certified program)
Train the Mentor (Apprentice Mentorship Training)
Lean Management
Project Management
Superintendent Training

Core Fundamentals Construction

This comprehensive course offers participants a variety of valuable modules, including:

Safety & PPE Module
Tape Measure Module
Marking Module
Hand Tools Module
Construction Materials Module
Power Tools Module
Power Saws Module
Levels and Squaring Module

Additional Courses Available

Students and professionals can also choose from a wide range of other courses, including:

Introduction to Plumbing
Introduction to Electrical
Introduction to Framing
Customizable Program combining requested modules
Apprentice Training (DOLI certified program)
Train the Mentor (Apprentice Mentorship Training)
Introduction to Lean Construction
Project Management
Superintendent Training

Which Class Do You Want to Join?

Endorsements, Affiliates and Accreditations

HBI - Home Builders Institute
NAHB - National Association of Home Builders
NCCER - National Center for Construction Education and Research
DOLI - Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Labor and Industry
VCW - Virginia Career Works

Endorsements, Affiliates and Accreditations

Train. Test. Equip.

Build Smart Institute™

COMPREHENSIVE PROGRAMS FOR CAREERS IN CONSTRUCTION & CAREER ADVANCEMENT

With Build Smart Institute™, YOU will stand out from the crowd.

Testimonials

Career Exploration

Career Exploration

Career Preparation

Career Preparation

Career Advancement

Career Advancement

Career Exploration

Career Preparation

Career Advancement

BuildSmartVirtual Portal

Courses

Core Fundamentals Construction

Additional Courses Available

Which Class Do You Want to Join?

Endorsements, Affiliates and Accreditations

HBI - Home Builders Institute

NAHB - National Association of Home Builders

NCCER - National Center for Construction Education and Research

DOLI - Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Labor and Industry

VCW - Virginia Career Works

Endorsements, Affiliates and Accreditations

HBI - Home Builders Institute

NAHB - National Association of Home Builders

NCCER - National Center for Construction Education and Research

DOLI - Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Labor and Industry

VCW - Virginia Career Works

CHP - Community Housing Partners

VVV - Virginia Values Veterans

OSHA - Occupational Safety and Health Administration

Endorsements, Affiliates and Accreditations

HBI - Home Builders Institute

NAHB - National Association of Home Builders

NCCER - National Center for Construction Education and Research

DOLI - Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Labor and Industry

VCW - Virginia Career Works

HBI - Home Builders Institute

NAHB - National Association of Home Builders

NCCER - National Center for Construction Education and Research

DOLI - Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Labor and Industry

VCW - Virginia Career Works

HBI - Home Builders Institute

NAHB - National Association of Home Builders

NCCER - National Center for Construction Education and Research

DOLI - Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Labor and Industry

VCW - Virginia Career Works

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