Accreditation Process

As the accrediting body for the industry, NCCER establishes the benchmark for quality training and assessments. By partnering with industry and academia, NCCER has developed a system for program accreditation that is similar to those found in institutions of higher learning. This process fosters national unity among the construction industry while providing a defined career path with industry-recognized credentials.

NCCER’s accreditation process assures that students and craft professionals receive quality training based on uniform standards and criteria. These standards are outlined in the NCCER Accreditation Guidelines and must be adhered to by all NCCER Accredited Training Sponsors and Accredited Assessment Centers.

NCCER Accredited Training Sponsors
Entities that have been approved by NCCER as having the resources to effectively conduct a quality training program that utilizes the Contren^® Learning Series standardized curriculum.

NCCER Accredited Assessment Centers
Entities that have been approved by NCCER as having the resources to effectively conduct a quality assessment program that utilizes the National Craft Assessment and Certification Program (NCACP) assessments and performance verifications.