NJ $4M Grant to Help Boost Access to Construction Trades for Women and Minorities
Through a combination of legislation and grant money, the state of New Jersey is taking steps to increase the diversity of its workforce in construction and the skilled trades
Annual Chico Trades Day Provides Students With Hands-on Experience
In Chico, Calif., trades take center stage at annual trades day event that introduces students to skilled trades career options
Indiana High School Students Gain Construction Experience Building a Home
High schoolers get hands-on experience in the skilled trades thanks to a construction program run by the Central Nine Career Center in Johnson County
In Philadelphia, Construction Academies Offer Paid Training in Skilled Trades
Hosted by the city’s Rebuild initiative, the full-time academies start in March, and applications are due by Jan. 9
IBS Education: Building Your Best Business
The lineup for IBS Education at the 2024 Builders' Show includes sessions on the latest building technologies, innovative business strategies, forecasts and data, design trends and more
Colorado High School Students Get Hands-on Experience Building a Tiny Home
As part of a 90-minute class twice a week, the high schoolers are working to develop trade skills by building a tiny home project
Sales + Marketing
Sales Training: Not Just for Hard Times
Editorial Director Denise Dersin interviews leadership coach and sales trainer Chad Sanschagrin about why sales training is as necessary during…
Education + Training
New Legislation Boosts Residential Construction Training Programs
Last week, the House approved legislation that aims to bolster skills-based training programs through greater assistance and funding. The National…
Human Resources
Next-Gen Hiring Practices for Home Builders
Instead of hiring purchasing professionals with experience (and baggage), go for the green to mold your ideal team
Construction
Colorado Home Building Academy Hopes to Expand Nationally
One of the most pressing issues facing the industry today is the shortage of skilled labor. Denver’s Homebuilding Academy has launched efforts to…
NAHB
Learn About Today's New Homebuyers
The National Association of Home Builders’ upcoming online course will reveal who today’s new homebuyers are. Topics such as who the new…
Education + Training
Skilled Labor Fund to Educate 1,400 Workers With New Grant
The Skilled Labor Fund announces a new grant from the Home Depot Foundation and National Association of Home Builders for training construction trades
Home Building Academy Lays Foundation for Future of the Industry
The Colorado Home Building Academy isn’t just teaching about housing starts: It’s giving its students a chance for a new start in life. Whatever…
Human Resources
5 Ways Training Promotes a Harassment-Free Culture During and After COVID-19
Whether your employees are working on a jobsite or from home, an effective harassment-prevention training program can help your organization
HBI Extends Free Online Learning Resources for Students
When the coronavirus first started disrupting students’ schedules, the Home Builders Institute jumped into action by offering free online learning…
