Construction Bootcamp
This 105-hour course is designed as the foundation for construction trade careers and is intended to prepare individuals for entry-level construction work. Students will gain essential construction industry skills through hands-on experience and expert instruction in our new Lab at the Cameron Campus.
This training is FREE* through a sponsorship from Carolina Association of General Contractors (CAGC) and the Frank Family Foundation. *Registration and fees will be refunded to students seated in class through the third class meeting.
Successful course completers will receive a $750 stipend from Carolina Association of General Contractors (CAGC).
Training includes:
- OSHA 10 Certification Certification
- Construction math
- Use of hand tools
- Use of power tools
- Reading construction drawings
- Basic communication and employability skills
- Material handling
- Safety Principles
Students can earn the NCCER’s (National Center for Construction Education & Research) Industry Recognized Core Credential during class. https://www.nccer.org/
Current courses
| Course | Name | Dates | Days | Hours | Campus | Room | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAR-3112-969 | Construction Bootcamp 1A | 1/12/26-3/4/26 | M, Tu, W, Th | 8:30 a.m-12:00 p.m. | Cameron | 165 | No cost. See scholarship funding. |
| CAR-3112-970 | Construction Bootcamp 1B | 1/12/26-3/4/26 | M, Tu, W, Th | 1:30 p.m.-5:00 p.m. | Cameron | 165 | No cost. See scholarship funding. |
| CAR-3112-971 | Construction Bootcamp 2A | 3/16/26-5/7/26 | M, Tu, W, Th | 1:00 p.m.-4:30 p.m. | Cameron | 165 | No cost. See scholarship funding. |
| CAR-3112-972 | Construction Bootcamp 2B | 3/16/26-5/7/26 | M, Tu, W, Th | 5:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m. | Cameron | 165 | No cost. See scholarship funding. |
Is English your second language?
We have free English classes to help you be successful in this course. Visit our ESOL Career Pathways web page.
For more information, email adulted@gtcc.edu.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Course registration: $271 (includes certification exam fees)
- Book: About $88
- Total: $359
This training is FREE through a sponsorship from Carolina Association of General Contractors (CAGC) and the Frank Family Foundation.
Successful course completers will receive a $750 stipend from Carolina Association of General Contractors (CAGC).
- Good computer skills
- An email account and access to a computer with Internet
- Ability to lift up to 25lbs
- Ability to climb a ladder (OSHA req.)
- Ability to stand and walk over an extended period of time.
- Ability to Squat.
- **Accommodations available upon request**
You may register online or in person.
Online: Register
In person: Complete the Continuing Education Registration Form and bring it to one of the GTCC campuses.
Registration locations:
- Greensboro: 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Thursday and 9 a.m.-noon Friday at 3505 E. Wendover Ave., Continuing Education Center
- Mail: Download the Con Ed Registration Form from the website, and mail it to GTCC, P.O. Box 309, Jamestown, NC 27282
You may be eligible for scholarship money. Click on the link below to learn if you might meet the applicant requirements. Scholarships have time-sensitive application deadlines.
Students will be provided with the textbook in class.
Students who successfully complete the Introduction to Craft Skills for Construction class will receive an Award of Completion and a $750 stipend from Carolina Association of General Contractors (CAGC).
Requirements for successful completion:
- Attendance: Must be in class 90% of class hours.
- Coursework: Achieve 80% on coursework.
If you enter after the second day of class, you will not receive credit for taking the class. Additionally, time absent will be counted against you.
The college will make a 100% refund of registration fees if you officially withdraw from class before the first meeting. Also if the class is canceled or full, GTCC will make a full refund.