Who We Are
The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit education foundation and the leading provider of construction education for industry and career and technical education programs. With flexible workforce development and learning solutions, NCCER’s programs provide consistency and quality to ensure craft professionals and learners receive industry-recognized credentials and certifications.
We’re Proud of Our Purpose
Mission
Provide rigorous and relevant workforce development solutions that create opportunities for individual career advancement and support industry growth.
Vision
A qualified and successful workforce of diverse individuals whose lives were improved through construction education.
Core Values
Trust
To trust others and be trusted to do the right thing in all interactions and endeavors.
Excellence
Continuously improve and strive for excellence in all that we do.
Service
Recognize and embrace our mission to serve the construction industry, those that participate in it and each other.
Team
Embody the team spirit of the construction industry by working together to improve outcomes for our stakeholders and our organization.
Growth
Expand our organization’s depth and breadth to provide greater impact and opportunities.
Bridging the gap between industry and education
NCCER bridges the gap between industry and education through training that provides industry-recognized credentials for learners at every skill level in all facets of construction. Our standardized, module-based program structure allows trainees to transition seamlessly from high school craft training programs to apprenticeship programs and into careers in the industry.
A history of construction education
Founded in 1996, NCCER is the leading not-for-profit education foundation developing curricula for over 40 craft areas with more than 1,000 accredited organizations providing training that leads to NCCER credentials and certifications.
More About NCCER
Annual Reports
A comprehensive overview of NCCER's accomplishments, activities and events each year.
Board of Trustees
NCCER is governed by a Board of Trustees consisting of construction leaders, partner associations and educational organizations who serve one to three-year terms.
Career Opportunities
Join our growing team to help us continue providing excellence in construction education.
Events
Engage with NCCER and the construction industry through our learning opportunities and webinars.
Get Involved
Contribute to advancing NCCER’s mission by becoming a Subject Matter Expert or joining one of our committees.
Initiatives
NCCER serves the construction industry by helping build tomorrow’s workforce of skilled craft professionals through key strategic initiatives.
My NCCER Story
Be an inspiration to others by sharing how NCCER’s mission, education, partnerships and donors have impacted your life.
Philanthropy & Partnerships
NCCER's partnering organizations are national associations and organizations that share a common interest in improving lives through construction education.