Introduction to Basic Construction Skills prepares individuals for entry-level positions on project sites by providing the basics in safety, hand and power tools, construction math, materials handling, construction drawings, rigging and employability skills.

This competency-based program can be used as a pre-apprenticeship program, meets Perkins funding requirements and is recognized throughout the country by the construction industry.

The knowledge and skills established in Core are the foundation that successful construction careers are built on.

For schools governed by the Florida Department of Education, 150 hours of knowledge and skills-based instruction are required when using this program.