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Congratulations to RJ Parrish of North Country Electrical Line and Heavy Equipment School, winner of the Safety Excellence category in the 2026 NCCER Photo Contest!

His winning photo highlights the skill, discipline and commitment to safety demonstrated by the next generation of electrical line professionals, while showcasing the importance of proper procedures and PPE.

Thank you to everyone who submitted photos and shared their stories through this year's contest. We look forward to recognizing additional category winners in the coming days!

Finding capable foremen is a challenge. Developing them is a commitment.

NCCER's next Facilitated Construction Foreman Certification Program session begins August 12. Current and aspiring foremen will be provided with a structured development experience that combines online coursework with live discussions led by an NCCER Master Trainer.

Enrollment is now open. Learn more: NCCER Facilitated Construction Foreman Certification Program (https://hubs.ly/Q04m8LQ20)

Strong communities are built through opportunity.

We’re excited to welcome Dogwood Health Trust as a new partner and donor supporting NCCER’s workforce development efforts in Western North Carolina.

Launching this fall, this partnership will expand access to construction training opportunities, helping individuals build skills that lead to meaningful careers while strengthening the region’s workforce pipeline.

Thank you, Dogwood Health Trust, for your commitment to empowering individuals and supporting stronger communities.

Finding entry-level talent doesn't have to be a challenge.

CareerStarter helps employers connect with individuals who are ready to begin careers in construction while providing tools to search for candidates, connect with local schools and training programs and post unlimited jobs.

Build connections with the next generation of skilled professionals and find the talent your company needs.

Get started: https://hubs.ly/Q04lSC9B0

Big conversations about student success, workforce development and the future of career education are happening at the Career Education Colleges and Universities 2026 Career Education Convention, and NCCER is excited to be part of them.

We'll be in Cleveland June 22–24 connecting with educators, leaders and partners from across the career education sector.

Stop by Booth 213 and say hello! We'd love to see you there.

Safety isn't just physical — it's mental, too.

A strong safety culture includes looking out for one another, both on and off the jobsite.

We encourage you to share the Talk Saves Lives course with your workforce. This FREE online course helps employees recognize warning signs, support colleagues and foster a culture where it's okay to speak up and seek help.

Make it a team wide effort: Encourage participation across your organization to build a safer, stronger workplace.

Get Started Today: https://hubs.ly/Q04lxwCd0

Build career-ready students with NCCER’s High School Builder Program (HSBP).

We help schools launch and strengthen construction CTE programs with curriculum, industry recognized credentials and the support needed to prepare students for rewarding careers in the skilled trades.

Learn more: https://hubs.ly/Q04lqbDn0

America’s Workforce Academy reflects the kind of workforce development investment that can create lasting impact.

Through this new partnership between ABC National and Meta, thousands of future craft professionals will have access to training and career opportunities supporting the nation's growing data center infrastructure.

We are proud to work closely with ABC and Meta to build the training foundation behind the initiative.

For us, this effort reflects the impact that strong training, trusted partnerships and a shared commitment to workforce development can have on both individuals and the industry.