Your browser does not support the video tag. Building careers. Changing Lives. Learn About CTEtechWorks Blended Learning Learn More Contact Us Play Full Video × Your browser does not support the video tag. 8-10 thousand students trained annually Read More 85 percent placement rate Read More 400,000 vacant construction jobs filled nationwide as an industry partner Read More 15,000 users supported on learning management system (LMS) Read More 700 AFFILIATIONS with local trade associations through NAHB partnership Read More About Us HBI is a national leader for career training in the building industry. Read More Find a Location HBI-operated and Licensed-Partner programs across the U.S. and Puerto Rico. Locate one that works for you. All Trades BCTElectricalElectrical HVACHVACLandscapingPlumbingSolar All Curriculum Types Advanced TrainingRCA Testimonials PARTNER WITH US SUPPORT OUR CAUSE When I was homeless, it was a staff member who took me in and helped me find a place. She took me under her wing, and I feel like she was my role model.” – Starr Delgado HBI Grad & Plumbing Instructor, Grafton Job Corps I went to Fort Bragg and lived there for two months and after that, graduated the course. The course was way more informative than I expected.” – Patrick Pinnone 2019 HBI Transitioning Military Program Grad; U.S. Marine Corps. Veteran; 2019 White House Honoree I actually wanted to do plumbing for a long time. After I finish the [HBI pre-apprenticeship] program, I want to go into advanced training, and after that, just get a job and house, and I think I’ll be good to go.” – Joel Munoz Acente 2020 HBI Student & Distance-Learner, Grafton Job Corps (& the Virgin Islands) One of the things that I like the most about the [HBI CTEtechWorks] online resource is that I can work on it at any time of day, and I have the freedom to work at my own pace.” – Shane Melecki 2020 HBI Student , Red Rock Job Corps I’ve always gravitated towards teaching–and, what I’ve learned, I can apply. […] I still have value, and so, this is reminding me of that. […] This can be a movement.” – Tony Peppey 2020 HBI Student, NorthWest Florida Community College Veterans Program; Veteran, U.S. Airforce JOBS Locate a construction trades job that’s right for you FIND MORE JOBS Carpentry Instructor Demonstrate proper technique, safety, and detail—essential skills of polished trades professionals. See More Electrical Instructor Demonstrate proper technique, safety, and detail—essential skills of polished trades professionals. See More Regional Placement Coordinator Demonstrate proper technique, safety, and detail—essential skills of polished trades professionals. See More Regional Career Development Coordinator Demonstrate proper technique, safety, and detail—essential skills of polished trades professionals. See More News & Events March 27 2021 – In the Media Hess Appointed Chair of Home Builders Institute’s Board of Trustees March 23 2021 – In the Media HBI CEO Ed Brady on Marty Walsh’s Confirmation as Secretary of U.S. Dept of Labor March 17 2021 – In the Media HBI, The National Housing Endowment, and The Home Depot Foundation Offer Grant Funding to Support Construction Trades Training for Secondary Schools March 10 2021 – In the Media State of Ohio Certifies HBI Training February 11 2021 – In the Media RWC Partners with HBI to Sponsor Plumbing Programs January 12 2021 – In the Media Ed Brady Statement on Walsh Nomination January 08 2021 – In the Media Home Builders Institute’s Muhammad and Hurley Promoted Appointments Help HBI Continue to Train skilled Workers in the Building Trades November 24 2020 – In the Media The Housing Shortage Can Help Put People Back to Work September 01 2020 – News YouthBuild USA & Home Builders Institute Announce Partnership Sept. 1, 2020 – Washington, D.C. — YouthBuild USA and Home Builders Institute (HBI) announce their 2020-2021 partnership, aimed… September 01 2020 – News Skilled Labor Fund to Educate 1,400 New Skilled Laborers after Grant from The Home Depot Foundation & National Association of Home Builders Aug. 31, 2020 – Washington, D.C. The Skilled Labor Fund is excited to announce a new grant from The… ALL NEWS & EVENTS OUR PARTNERS Previous Next