American Council for Construction Education - ACCE

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Join us in Cincinnati for the ACCE 2026 Annual Conference, where leaders in construction education, industry partners, and accreditation professionals from across the country come together to connect, collaborate, and lead the future of the profession.
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Building the Workforce Pipeline: Workforce Development Scholarship Now Open
Building the Workforce Pipeline: Workforce Development Scholarship Now Open
The AGC Education and Research Foundation is now accepting applications for its Workforce Development Scholarship, supporting students pursuing technical training and career pathways in construction.
The scholarship provides $1,000 annually, renewable for up to two years, to students enrolled in accredited or approved construction-related programs, including American Council for Construction Education-accredited programs, technical schools, craft training pathways, and associate degree Construction Management programs.
With continued demand for skilled workers across the industry, this scholarship helps reduce financial barriers and supports students as they gain the hands-on skills needed to enter the workforce.
Application Deadline: June 1
Scholarship Details:
• Award Amount: $1,000 (renewable for up to two years)
• Eligibility: Students enrolled in accredited or approved construction-related technical or craft training programs
• Application Deadline: June 1
👉 Click here to review full eligibility criteria
👉 Click here to access the application
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Meet Steve Nellis, President & CEO of the American Council for Construction Education (ACCE). With more than 40 years of leadership experience in construction management, home building, and industry education, Steve has dedicated his career to advancing construction management programs that strengthen both academia and industry. A Michigan State University Distinguished Alumnus, Steve continues to champion the future of construction education nationwide. Photo sketch by Michael Copp

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June 22-25, 2026, Western States College of Construction | Denver, CO

The TLP Certification program provides construction educators and industry professionals with the opportunity to improve their teaching practices and curricula while earning a credential recognized industry-wide. This 3 day workshop will be held at Western States College of Construction in Denver, Co SIGN UP TODAY!

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July 20-22, 2026, ACCE Annual Conference | Cincinnati, OH

The TLP Certification program provides construction educators and industry professionals with the opportunity to improve their teaching practices and curricula while earning a credential recognized industry-wide. This 3-day workshop will be held at the Westin Hotel Cincinnati prior to the ACCE Annual Conference.

https://www.acce-hq.org/acce-events #!event/2026/6/23/teaching-and-learning-workshop-denver

June 22-25, 2026, Western States College of Construction | Denver, CO

The TLP Certification program provides construction educators and industry professionals with the opportunity to improve their teaching practices and curricula while earning a credential recognized industry-wide. This 3 day workshop will be held at Western States College of Construction in Denver, Co

Join us in Cincinnati for the ACCE 2026 Annual Conference, where leaders in construction education, industry partners, and accreditation professionals from across the country come together to connect, collaborate, and lead the future of the profession.

From visiting team eligibility training and committee meetings to engaging discussions on construction and workforce development education, this premier event offers valuable learning, strategic dialogue, and meaningful networking opportunities for all attendees. Register here

2026 Annual Conference | ACCE The 2026 ANNUAL Conference will be held in Nashville, TN July 22-24, 2025. The event will be held at the Westin Hotel Cincinnati

ACCE Member Spotlight - Mr. Michael Copp
At first glance, Michael R. Copp’s career reads like a blueprint for leadership in the construction and association world—decades of executive experience, national influence, and a deep commitment to workforce development.
But spend a little more time with Michael, and another layer comes into focus—one drawn not in spreadsheets or strategy sessions, but in graphite and shadow.
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ACCE MEMBER SPOTLIGHT Mr. Michael Copp Certification and Program Development Consultant, ACCE

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