Northwest College of Construction

ConstructionOregon, United States11-50 Employees

Northwest College of Construction (NWCOC) is a Portland, Oregon–based institution focused on recruiting, training and retaining a skilled construction workforce through career and technical education. Its programs aim to promote lifelong learning and excellence, supporting the needs of the construction industry by preparing practitioners for various roles and advancing their professional development. The college is accredited by the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) and administers apprenticeship training programs that are overseen by state and regional apprenticeship authorities. Founded through collaboration among trade associations including ABC Pacific Northwest, AGC Oregon-Columbia, HBA of Metropolitan Portland, and NWUCA Oregon & Southwest Washington, NWCOC emphasizes industry partnerships to address workforce shortages.

NWCOC operates within the construction sector and positions itself as an administrator and educator within apprenticeship systems, aligning training with standards set by multiple regulatory bodies. Its location and organizational structure reflect a regional focus on preparing the next generation of contractors to meet industry needs in the Pacific Northwest. Recent leadership changes in student services and education, along with partnerships to enhance program delivery, illustrate ongoing efforts to support students and apprenticeship participants in their career pathways.

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