Upon completion of this program, participants should be able to:

• Apply OSHA-based safety practices on a construction jobsite
• Identify workplace hazards and use PPE correctly
• Perform basic construction math and measurements
• Read and interpret simple blueprints and drawings
• Identify and properly use common hand and power tools
• Demonstrate knowledge of basic construction materials
• Complete hands-on tasks to industry skill standards
• Exhibit professionalism, communication, and teamwork skills
• Demonstrate job readiness (resume, interview, workplace behavior)
• Earn an industry-recognized HBI PACT Core credential for entry-level employment

Students will receive all required materials, including:

• HBI PACT Student Workbook (U01–U04 Core Modules)
• Access to HBI CTEtechWorks Learning Management System

✔ All books are provided and yours to keep.

The PACT program is a 9-week course totaling 144 hours of instruction. It combines classroom learning with hands-on training to prepare students for entry-level construction careers.

No prior experience is required. The program is designed for beginners and provides foundational skills, safety training, and hands-on instruction.

Yes. The program is designed to prepare students for immediate employment or apprenticeship opportunities in construction and skilled trades.