• OSHA 10-Hour Construction

• NCCER Core 

• NCCER Carpentry Level I

• NCCER Carpentry Level II

• OSHA 30-Hour Construction 

Work-Based Learning opportunities may include:

• Internship - gain hands-on experience by interning with a local builder or construction project manager 

• Job Shadow - spend a day or more observing a career in construction such as roofers, plumbers, surveyor, or construction manager

• School-Based Enterprise - support in the construction of structures at your school, such as a tiny house

• Service Learning Project - collaborate with local organizations to repair, design, and/or build structures or apply your knowledge and skills by volunteering for an organization like Habitat for Humanity

• Competitions - while not direct work experiences, participating in SkillsUSA competitions can involve development of practical skills and simulated real-world scenarios 

• Mentorship - consider participating in the Austin ACE Mentor Program

• Field Trips and Guest Speakers - gain understanding of a variety of career paths and insight into the industry from professionals

While not applicable to Program of Study completion, students are advised to consider these course opportunities to strengthen preparation:

Dual Credit:

• DFTG 1405* Technical Drafting

• DFTG 1417* Architectural-Residential

*Must take both courses to receive high school credit