Mark your calendars for the next two upcoming cohorts:
Classes are held at the South Puget Sound Community College Lacey Campus.
Start date: Monday, April 13th
Orientation Dates:
Wednesday, March 18th at 3pm and Thursday, April 9th at 3pm
Start Date: Monday, July 6
Orientation Dates:
Thursday, June 25, at 3pm and Wednesday, July 1, at 3pm
Email nrubadue@spscc.edu to reserve your orientation spot.
Residential Construction Academy at SPSCC Aims to Tackle Washington’s Housing Crisis
10-week certification program offers hands-on training and direct pathways into the construction workforce
South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC), in partnership with the Olympia Master Builders (OMB) Foundation and United Way of Thurston County (UWTC), is now offering a 10-week Residential Construction Academy to train and certify the next generation of skilled construction professionals.
With Washington state facing a shortage of 225,000 housing units, the Residential Construction Academy is stepping up to address the critical labor gap in the homebuilding industry.
The Academy is the result of a United Way led taskforce that identified workforce development as one of the region’s top challenges. With guidance and support from industry experts and local workforce leaders, students will gain practical, hands-on experience in residential construction, preparing them to enter the trades immediately upon graduation.
Fast Facts:
- Program Length: 10 weeks
- Who Can Apply: Individuals aged 18+ interested in construction careers
- Scholarships: Available for those seeking to enter the workforce immediately after certification.
How to Register
Students must first attend an orientation session. Registration and program details are available through SPSCC https://spscc.edu/corporate-continuing-education/residential-construction
Partner With Us
We are seeking community partners, industry leaders, and donors who want to invest in the future of construction and housing in our region.
Together we can build:
- Skilled trades careers
- A stronger construction workforce
- The homes our communities need
For more information, contact Angela at angela@omb.org or to become a supporter, see sponsorship levels below:
Residential Construction Academy Sponsorship Levels
Master Builder Sponsor – $10,000+
Top recognition and leadership level
- Logo featured prominently on all program materials, signage, and student gear (shirts, hard hats, etc.)
- Recognition at Academy events and community open houses
- Opportunity to speak at program ceremonies
- Featured spotlight post on social media and partner websites
- Framed certificate and appreciation plaque from students
- Option to sponsor a student scholarship in your company’s name
Journeyman Sponsor – $5,000
Strong partnership and visibility
- Logo on program banners, flyers, and student t-shirts
- Recognition at Academy events and on social media
- Invitation to student networking and job fair events
- Featured logo on the Academy website and printed materials
- Certificate of appreciation
Apprentice Sponsor – $2,500
Community and workforce supporter
- Logo on select printed materials and digital promotions
- Recognition on social media and at student events
- Certificate of appreciation
Foundation Sponsor – $1,000
Grassroots community partner
- Recognition on Academy supporter page
- Name listed on Academy donor board and website
Friend of the Academy – $250
Entry-level support for individuals or small businesses
- Recognition on Academy supporter page
- Thank-you mention on social media
Add-On Opportunities
- Tool or Material Sponsor: Donate building materials or tools and be recognized as an In-Kind Partner.
- Scholarship Sponsor – $1,500: Provides tuition support for one student and includes recognition at graduation.
For more information, contact Angela at angela@omb.org.