NCCER Partners with Simformotion™ LLC to Offer First-Ever Cat® Simulators Training Credential
The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER), the gold standard in construction craft training and credentials, has partnered with Simformotion™, the licensee for Cat® Simulators for Caterpillar...
Report: 92 Percent of Construction Firms Struggling to Hire Workers
The construction industry continues to face a skilled workforce shortage, with 92 percent of companies reporting difficulty in hiring for open positions, according to the 2025 Workforce Survey published...
Why New Construction Foremen Struggle and How to Set Them Up for Success
Summary: If you have a first-time construction foreman that is struggling, the root issue is likely a quick promotion process with inadequate preparation. Research shows most foremen are elevated...
Contributing Factors to the Superintendent Shortage
No matter the industry sector or size of the job, project success often depends more on the construction superintendent than on any other individual. Their multi-disciplined role is critical...
Drones in Construction: How Drones Are Helping Construction Companies
Drones might have started as toys for hobbyists or photographers, but they’re swiftly emerging as a valuable tool in nearly every industry. Retailers like Amazon and Walmart are working to...
The Most Common Equipment Malfunctions to Avoid
It goes without saying, but construction equipment failure can have significant consequences. These can include downtime, high repair costs or even injury.
Built for Safety: How Training Technology is Helping Prevent Hazards Before They Happen
Safety Begins with Education Across the construction industry, one truth remains constant: Safety is not negotiable. It’s a core value that underpins every task, every crew meeting and every...
Preventing Health Issues as Construction Workers Age
Construction work can be incredibly taxing on the body. It’s easier to recover from the physical demand of construction work when you’re younger, but not so much as you...
NCCER in the News: LSU Online Partners with NCCER to Launch Construction Leadership Certification Programs
LSU Online is adding to its Professional Development offerings through a new partnership with NCCER, a nationally recognized leader in construction workforce training and credentialing. Through this collaboration, LSU...
SkillsUSA Illinois Empowers Youth with Construction Opportunities
Founded in 1965, SkillsUSA has become one of the United States’ top student workforce development organizations. With nearly 400,000 current student, instructor and alumni participants, the nonprofit national career...