Implementing More Accessible Training in Construction With Ferrum College

With the local workforce needing more qualified tradespeople and builders, we at Build Smart Institute have committed ourselves to introducing more people into the industry. Part of our goal is to provide comprehensive and accessible construction trade education, which is now made possible by teaming up with Ferrum College.

This collaboration offers a learning opportunity that students, professionals, and anyone interested in entering the construction trades won’t want to miss. Unlike other programs, this curriculum allows participating students to earn both college credits and industry-recognized credentials. Students who complete the program will also receive an associate degree and relevant certifications.

Through this collaboration with Ferrum College, we now have an educational program that provides more flexibility for a variety of students and adult learners. Traditional and dual enrollment students and professionals seeking industry certifications will greatly benefit from this skills training.

Build Smart Institute’s courses with Ferrum College cover trade skills and professional development. Classroom and hands-on training in construction trades are available for a variety of areas in construction, some of which are: 
  ⦁ Carpentry
  ⦁ Electrical
  ⦁ Plumbing
  ⦁ Construction Management

This program also includes online courses that will help prepare students for certifications in the following:
  ⦁ Construction Site Management
  ⦁ Construction Project Management
  ⦁ Construction Small Business Management
  ⦁ Sustainable Construction

At the end of the program, students will have graduated with the skills, job training, and hands-on experience they need to tackle real-world challenges in construction. Considering the bigger picture, these ready, willing, and capable individuals will also support the workforce, a development that businesses will benefit from.

This partnership stands as a significant milestone in our journey towards lucrative careers for builders and a thriving industry. Our classes with begin in Fall 2024, so don’t forget to sign up today. Call or send our Roanoke, VA, team a message to get more information about our training schedules, tuition fees, and other course offerings.