Apprenticeship Program Guidelines for HBAs

HBI can help local home builders associations (HBAs) and their builder members implement craft skills apprenticeship programs that are sensible, affordable and meet their needs.

Apprentices in the locally-based programs learn on the job site and advance by acquiring new responsibilities, ensuring a steady pipeline of qualified home building tradespeople in the HBA’s local area.

HBI’s residential construction apprenticeship guidelines for residential carpentry, electrician, HVAC and facilities maintenance are certified by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Apprenticeship. The guidelines integrate the American National Standards Institute (ANSI)-approved ICC 700 National Green Building Standard and solar and weatherization standards developed by HBI into apprenticeship instruction.

They also include “interim credentials,” an innovation that gives local apprenticeship program committees the authority to credit apprentices for prior work experience that DOL will certify. Interim credentials enable apprentices to complete their required hours to attain journeyperson status in less time.

Home builders involved with HBI’s apprenticeship programs also comply with the Davis Bacon Act and are eligible for federal funds, which can help make the program more affordable.

For more information about HBI’s apprenticeship guidelines and how to launch an apprenticeship program, please contact Dennis Torbett at 800-795-7955 x8908.