BRING CICC TO YOUR SCHOOL
PROVIDE CONSTRUCTION-BASED VOCATIONAL EDUCATION FOR YOUR STUDENTS
CICC PROGRAM MODEL
CICC’s Chapter model is designed to support and connect students with employers in the geographic areas in which they live. Our Chapters are Trade Associations or other business organizations across the state of Colorado that directly support their local schools with funding, and industry involvement such as guest speakers, job shadows, site visits, and job placement within their member companies.
CURRICULUM
The curriculum facilitated by Careers in Construction is the nationally recognized, and patented Pre-Apprenticeship Certificate Training (PACT) from the Home Builders Institute. Vetted by subject matter experts, PACT guarantees students will learn residential construction focused skills, receive hands-on training, and master the knowledge needed for an entry-level job in the building industry.
PACT IS:
- 75% hands on, competency-based, industry-validated curriculum
- Closely aligned with STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics)
- One of three national curricula recognized and approved by the US Department of Labor
- Available with Spanish translation
- On the CDIP list
Get the resources you need to deliver PACT:
- PACT Instructor Training and Certification provided
- Industry-recognized certifications for students
- 9 Trade Specific Disciplines, Plus Core: Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing, Brick Masonry, Landscaping, Painting & Finishing, Building Construction Technology, Weatherization, and HVAC
- Access to HBI’s Learning Management System (LMS), a web-based platform of training tools and content to assist the instructor and students with curriculum
– Tier 1: Qualified industry credential programs;
– Tier 2: Workplace training programs; or
– Tier 3: Computer Science Advanced Placement (AP) courses.
Participating districts or charter schools could receive up to $1,000 for each completed credential, distributed in tiered order.
CAREER DEVELOPMENT INCENTIVE PROGRAM (CDIP)
Home Builders Institute (HBI) Pre-Apprenticeship Certificate Training Curriculum is an approved industry credential program, and the leading CDIP certificate!
The Career Development Incentive Program (CDIP), or Career Development Success Pilot Program in House Bill 18-1266, provides financial incentives for school districts and charter schools that encourage high school students, grades 9-12, to complete qualified industry credential programs, internships, residencies, construction pre-apprenticeship or construction apprenticeship programs or qualified Advanced Placement (AP) courses.
SUPPORT PROVIDED BY CICC
We Are Responsible For:
- Educating entities that advocate for increased workforce opportunities and promote and support construction based vocational education.
- HBI Curriculum & relationship management
- Chapter/Satellite vetting & approval
- CIC program training and support for Chapters/Satellites
- Instructor training/peer support
- Development and management of job placement tools & tool kits
- Seek and procure statewide and national sponsorships and grants
- Program marketing & public relations strategies
- Branding and licensing of program strategies, program methodologies, plans, marketing, and support materials
ALIGNED WITH CTE WORK BASED LEARNING
ABOUT WORK
- HBI Pre-Apprenticeship Certificate Training
- Basic understanding of tools and materials
- Industry professionals coming into the classroom as guest speakers
- Greater understanding of the built environment and the opportunities within it
THROUGH WORK
- Bringing classrooms out into the industry for job site tours
- Full day job shadows for interested students to see a day in the life
- Internships for the summer or during the school year
AT WORK
- HBI Pre-Apprenticeship Certificate Training
- Industry professionals coming into the classroom as guest speakers
- Greater understanding of the built environment and the opportunities within it
SCHOOL RESPONSIBILITIES
To successfully host the Careers in Construction program, schools are expected to provide the classroom space to conduct the program as well as the instructor(s) to lead the curriculum. Chapters provide and fund the HBI Curriculum License agreements for each school hosting the Careers in Construction program. School district and admin support is essential to successfully recruit students to enroll in the program.
INSTRUCTOR RESPONSIBILITIES
School instructors for the Careers in Construction program are responsible for the following:
- Attend HBI training.
- Utilize HBI curriculum and ensure students acquire PACT certificates.
- Work directly with chapter staff in the classroom to teach students employability skills.
- Ensure students complete surveys to gauge student interest and employability information.
- Evaluate students and make recommendations for internships and/or employment.
- Clearly communicate student interests, strengths, and barriers to performance with the Chapter staff.
RESOURCES
Support for program instructors continues after instructor training. Each Chapter provides support throughout the entire program and provides instructors with the resources they need to be successful. Examples of support may include:
- Connecting instructors with industry experts who can facilitate learning in specific areas and provide hands-on demos. For instance:
–I am not prepared to teach the roofing curriculum. I need support . . .
–My class is really interested in learning about electricians . . . - Access to a network of instructors from various partner schools to discuss and share tips and tricks for program success.
- The Home Builders Institute (HBI) regularly posts instruction videos to compliment curriculum.
GETTING STARTED
CICC is dedicated to partnering closely with every school to support, fund, and employ students to guarantee the program’s success in their area. To effectively launch this program and ensure long-term success, securing program buy-in and sustained support from administration is a top priority.
Prerequisites
• Secure full support and buy-in from the school district to host the program.
• Identify at least 1 qualified full-time instructor. This instructor must be a school staff member.
• Have adequate classroom (shop) space to teach HBI PACT curriculum.
HOW TO GET CICC AT YOUR SCHOOL
If you are interested in bringing the Careers in Construction Program to your school or school district, call us at 719-592-1800 or fill out the form to the right and we’ll call you.
GET INVOLVED
Use this form to request more information about becoming a guest speaker, hosting a job shadow, employing a student, and donating.
CONTACT US
Careers in Construction Colorado
4585 Hilton Parkway, Suite 100
Colorado Springs, CO 80907
PHONE: 719-592-1800
Email: Marlo@cshba.com
