Associated Builders and Contractors of Nebraska and South Dakota (ABC) and the Lincoln Partnership for Economic Development (LPED) are pleased to announce the Construction 101 Certification Program!


The 10-week program provides a unique opportunity for those with no prior experience in the construction industry to receive the training needed to step into new careers that offer excellent pay and benefits.


Program completers receive the nationally recognized NCCER Core Curriculum Certification and the opportunity to attend two additional certification courses at NO COST: OSHA 10-Hour Certification and First Aid/CPR/AED Certification.


The program also includes:

  • Complimentary breakfast at each class
  • Insight into career opportunities
  • Training to position participants to step into entry-level construction careers
  • $300 stipend upon program completion + application to at least one construction job in the Lincoln area

10-Week Program, Starting September 10, 2022


Classes begin soon!  Sign up Today!  


To apply: call 402.477.4451 or email education@abcnesd.org


Saturdays: Sept 10 | Sept 17 | Sept 24

Oct 1 | Oct 8 | Oct 15 | Oct 22 | Oct 29 | Nov 5 | Nov 12


Breakfast provided at 7:30am | Class from 8:00am - 12:00pm

Location: ABC Lincoln Training Center | 830 Westgate Blvd Lincoln, NE 68528


FREE! There is no cost to participate - a grant from Google covers program expenses

    *To receive the $300 stipend check, certificate earners must also apply for at least one construction job in the Lincoln area.

Interested in Learning More?


Join us for a virtual information session:

Tuesday, August 23rd from 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Register for the Information Session
Contact Allison Hatch, LPED's Director of Workforce Development, for more information.

Thank You to our Partners

Lincoln Partnership for Economic Development | selectlincoln.org