Take the Next Step in Your Construction Career

Gain the Skills & Certifications That Set You Apart

Community colleges and technical schools provide an affordable and practical way to jumpstart your construction career. With hands-on training, industry-recognized certifications, and opportunities for apprenticeships, you’ll be prepared for high-demand jobs in skilled trades, specialized fields, and construction management. Find the right program near you and start building your future today.

Earn a Degree or Certification That Works for You

Construction is a fast-growing industry that values hands-on experience and technical expertise. Community colleges offer programs that allow you to earn a degree, certification, or apprenticeship training to get ahead. Whether you’re interested in skilled trades, management, or specialized fields, these programs give you the knowledge and experience needed to move up quickly in your career.

Industry-Recognized Certifications

Gain NCCER and OSHA credentials that help you stand out.

Flexible Program Options

Choose from one-year certifications, associate degrees, or apprenticeships.

Higher Earning Potential

Advance beyond entry-level jobs with specialized training.

The skills I learned in high school prepared me for my first job. Now, I’m building my career in construction with confidence.

— Jordan Evans,

CTE Program Graduate

CTE programs are life-changing for students. They open doors to opportunities many didn’t know existed.

— Ashley Turner,

High School Counselor

I’ve seen such growth in my son since he started the CTE program. The hands-on learning has given him confidence and a clear path forward.

— Mary McQueen,

Parent of CTE Student

Construction Management / Field Supervision

Tim Johnson

Turning a passion for hands-on learning into a career in construction leadership.

Electrical

Eric Esparza

It’s never too late to build a better future through hands-on learning and skilled trades.

Concrete / Construction Management

Collin Mackey

From crunching numbers to building foundations—finding purpose in hands-on work.

Attending a community college or technical school gives students access to structured training programs, hands-on experience, and industry certifications that help them secure high-demand jobs. These programs are designed for career-focused students who want to enter the workforce quickly while gaining specialized skills. Many graduates start as apprentices or technicians and rapidly move into leadership roles in skilled trades or management. Community college is a great alternative for those who want career advancement without the high cost of a four-year degree.

Certified Tradesperson: $40,000–$60,000/year

Associate Degree in Construction Fields: $50,000–$75,000/year

Advanced Skilled Workers & Management Roles: $80,000+

A community college education provides students with affordable training, direct career pathways, and hands-on learning that leads to high-paying, stable careers in construction. Parents and educators can help guide students toward these valuable opportunities, ensuring they enter a field with strong job security and earning potential.

Barton County Community College

Carpentry
Welding
OSHA Management
Plumbing

Butler County Community College

Construction Technology
Available as AAS degree or one-year certificate
Welding

Coffeyville County Community College

Construction Technology

Cowley College

Carpentry/Construction Trades
AAS Degree
Vocational Certificate A
Vocational Certificate B
Vocational Certificate C

Dodge City Community College

Building Construction Technology
Climate and Energy Control Technologies (HVAC)
Electrical Technology
Welding

Garden City Community College

Technical Education
Carpentry
Welding

Highland Community College

Construction Technology
Welding
HVAC

Hutchinson Community College

Construction, Residential (AAS or Certificate B)
Electrical Apprenticeship (AAS)
Construction Science (AS)

Johnson County Community College

Construction Management

Labette Community College

Welding
Associate in Applied Science
Level I or II Certificates

Manhattan Tech

Air Conditioning and Refrigeration
Construction Technology
Industrial Engineering Technology
Welding Technology

Neosho County Community College

Construction Technology
Electrical Technology
HVAC
Plumbing
Welding

WSU Tech

Construction Science
Climate and Energy Control Technologies (HVAC)
Machining Technology
Welding
Architectural Design Technology
Logistics and Supply Chain Management