Community Colleges in Washington
Community/Technical Colleges with Construction Pathways
These institutions offer certificates, diplomas, associate degrees (e.g., AAS in Construction Management), and workforce training, often with NCCER certifications and dual-enrollment for high school students.
| College | Location | Program Details |
|---|---|---|
| Edmonds College | Lynnwood, WA | Construction Management Program; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Certificates and AAS in construction management; Dual enrollment for high school students; Focus on project management, budgeting, and safety; Prepares for professional careers. |
| Clover Park Technical College | Lakewood, WA | Construction Technology; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Hands-on experience including building a tiny house; Dual enrollment options; Training in residential construction skills. |
| South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC) | Olympia, WA | Residential Construction Academy; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Free training for high school students; Focus on building trades and construction basics; Dual enrollment and workforce preparation. |
| Bates Technical College | Tacoma, WA | Construction Management and Trades; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Programs in building trades, carpentry, and HVAC; Dual enrollment for high school students; Hands-on training. |
| Bellingham Technical College | Bellingham, WA | Construction Technology; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Certificates and AAS in building trades; Dual enrollment options; Focus on sustainable construction. |
| Big Bend Community College | Moses Lake, WA | Construction Programs; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Training in building trades; Dual enrollment with high schools like Columbia Basin Technical Skills Center. |
| Cascadia College | Bothell, WA | Construction Management; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Pathways for trades careers; Dual enrollment options. |
| Centralia College | Centralia, WA | Building Trades Programs; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Focus on carpentry and construction; Dual enrollment for high school students. |
| Clark College | Vancouver, WA | Construction Technology; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; AAS and certificates in building trades; Dual enrollment with schools like Cascadia Technical Academy. |
| Lake Washington Institute of Technology | Kirkland, WA | Construction Management Transfer Pathway; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Prepares for four-year degrees; Dual enrollment options. |
| Pierce College | Lakewood/Puyallup, WA | Construction Management; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Skills in budgeting, safety, and project management; Dual enrollment for high school students. |
| Grays Harbor College | Aberdeen, WA | Associate in Construction Management – Direct Transfer; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Prepares for ACCE-accredited majors; Dual enrollment options. |
| Renton Technical College | Renton, WA | Construction Management; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Training in estimating, scheduling, human resources; Dual enrollment for high school students. |
| Shoreline Community College | Shoreline, WA | Construction Management Pre-Major; NCCER certifications, OSHA-10; Prepares for four-year programs; Dual enrollment options. |
Additional Resources
- OSPI CTE Programs: Over 16 career clusters with Architecture & Construction offering sequenced pathways; Visit ospi.k12.wa.us/student-success/career-technical-education-cte for district tools and program standards.
- Core Plus Construction: Statewide program integrated into many high schools (coreplusconstruction.org).
- Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges (SBCTC): 34 colleges offering CTE with dual enrollment; Emphasis on career pathways (sbctc.edu/colleges-staff/programs-services/career-technical-education).
- Funding and Expansion: Supported by Perkins V grants; Emphasis on equity and green construction.
- Certifications: Common include NCCER, OSHA, and industry-based credentials for college credit or job placement.
For programs in specific areas (e.g., Seattle metro, Spokane), contact local districts or OSPI. Washington integrates CTE in most high schools for broad access.