Imagine Yourself…
- Building an actual house
- Starting your career right out of high school
- Running power tools and learning a trade
What will I learn…
In Residential Building Technology you’ll learn how to build a home from the ground up, literally. As a student, you’ll construct a home from foundation to finish, gaining hands-on experience and skills that will last a lifetime. Each house is built to meet the needs of today’s evolving housing market and exceeds Vermont’s rigorous energy efficient standards. Students work with the latest tools and materials with a strong focus on safety and proper building techniques.
Additionally…
- Earn industry certifications, including OSHA-10, First-Aid & CPR/AED
- Top construction firms in Vermont hire program graduates
- Learn and operate a variety of hand and power tools
- Gain valuable perspective by visiting numerous construction sites
What’s Next?
Employment in the Field
Students completing this program and who are interested in pursuing a career in the field may enter the workforce or pursue postsecondary education and training. Some students may enroll in licensed apprenticeship courses of study for electricians and plumbers accredited through the Vermont Department of Labor.
Career Opportunities in the field
- Carpenter
- Roofer
- Cabinet Installer
- Flooring Installer
- Lumber Yard Personnel
- Lumber Sales
- Business Owner
- Drywall Installer
- Laborer
- Construction Management
- Business Owner
- Industry Foreman
College
Graduates of CTE have been accepted to or have continued their education at various colleges and technical colleges such as:
Email Chris Welch, Instructor
Email Dave Carter, Instructor
Email Sam Lord, Lab Assistant
Email Lindsay Ackley, CTE Counseling Coordinator
Email Kate McDonald, Career & Tech Ed Special Populations Coordinator
Email John Dowman, Co-op Coordinator
Program Time 10:05 a.m. to 2:45 p.m.
Phone: (802) 857-7610 or (802) 857-7180
High School Credits Earned
1st Year:
- Math (1 credit)
- English (1 credit)
- Science (1 credit)
- Computer Literacy (.5 credits)
- Practical Arts (.5 credits)
- Electives (2 credits)
2nd Year:
- Math (1 credit)
- English (1 credit)
- Science (1 credit)
- Computer Literacy (.5 credits)
- Practical Arts (.5 credits)
- Electives (2.5 credits)
Post-Secondary Industry- Recognized Credentials
Residential Building Technology is an Associated General Contractor certified program
First Aid & CPR/AED, NCCER Core, OSHA 10, OSHA 30 (2nd year of program)
Dual Enrollment
Eligible students may take up to one college course per semester. These courses are offered through University of Vermont and the Community College of Vermont (CCV).
Career Work Experiences
Work-based learning, school to work cooperative opportunities and apprenticeship for students are available with many of CTE’s local partnering businesses such as: Building Energy, Lewis Creek Builders, PC Construction, Vermont Construction, Pella Windows & Doors, S.D. Ireland, Tree House Hardwoods & Millshop, and Sorrell Construction.