2023-2024 Credential Information
NC NCCER - Construction Core
Credential Name | NC NCCER - Construction Core |
Credential Vendor Info | National Center for Construction (NCCER) Nicole Kitler Senior Workforce Development Manager nkitler@nccer.org 386.519.6500 X6922 Pearson Regina P. Forbes, Executive Director, NCCER Programs regina.forbes@pearson.com 813.951.6390 |
Credential Auto Collect | Yes |
Diploma Endorsement | Yes |
Validation Artifact | Exported spreadsheet from NCCER account portal "Verify Credentials" tool |
Credential Lead Consultant | Nolan Fahrer nolan.fahrer@dpi.nc.gov |
Course Number and Title | IC00 Construction Core |
Credential as POL | IC00 POL = Yes     Note: NC NCCER - Construction Core MUST PASS ALL Module Tests with 70 or higher AND meet Performance Profile (where required) using matching curriculum editions |
Pathway(s)^ | Carpentry (CARP)Construction Technologies (COTE)^Electrical Trades (ELTR)HVAC/R (HVAC)Masonry (MASO)Plumbing (PLUM)Skilled Trades (SKTR)^Solar Photovoltaics (SOLR) |
Cost of Instructor Training | $365.00 NCDPI Partnered Master Trainer (virtual live) OR $199.00 NCCER program personnel training (virtual live + LMS training) |
Instructor Training Requirements | Required NCCER Instructor Certified Training Program (ICTP) for Craft Professionals (requires documented work experience related to the specific craft(s) that will be taught) |
Exam Voucher Expiration | N/A |
Credential Lifespan | Lifetime |
Renewal Options | N/A |
SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) Code(s) | First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers (47-1011) |
Articulation | North Carolina Community Colleges (NCCCS) |
Sequencing | Yes |
Employer Transferability | Yes |
Delivery Format | On-line and Performance-based MET entered online by instructor |
Proctored Environment Required | Yes |
Test Site Options and Requirements | NCCER Registered Training Program accreditation |
Testing Environment Requirements | Computer with internet access to administer written module test and appropriate facilities and equipment required for Performance Profile Evaluation. |
Proctored Requirements | NCCER Instructor Certified Training Program (ICTP) for Craft Professionals OR NCCER Module Test Proctor Certification |
Exam Time Allotment | For each tethered credential: Written module test = 30 minutes Performance Profile Evaluation (skills checkoffs) = determined by instructor |
Exam Passing Requirement | For each tethered credential: Written module test 70% or higher plus meeting all task requirements on the Performance Profile Evaluation |
Retakes | Yes After two days |
Student Accommodations | Yes Page 29 on the NCCER Accreditation Standards for Training https://nccer.my.salesforce.com/sfc/p/f4000004kjzE/a/5G000000xvji/lsUuzumLxLKWx9tCVapAq910Uw7aTxCRwOb28qpU4Sk NCCER Testing Policy FAQs (refer to training program specific information) https://nccer.my.site.com/Support/s/article/TestingFAQs |
Multilingual Resources* | No For consistency and quality, the NCCER translated curriculum and credentials are not equivalent to NCDPI construction course standards and will not map to NCCTE Admin. |
Directory Notes | All instructors are required to use the NCCER account portal to administer written module tests and to submit Performance Profile Evaluations. To generate the validation artifact, the instructor should export a spreadsheet from the NCCER account portal "Verify Credentials" tool by entering student's known NCCER card numbers. To view the list of tethered credentials, refer to the course standards. |
OSHA 10-hour Construction Safety and Health
Credential Name | OSHA 10-hour Construction Safety and Health |
Credential Vendor Info | CareerSafe Robin Reiling Account Manager Robin.Reiling@careersafeonline.com 623.703.4581 OSHA Credentials can be awarded by any OSHA-Authorized Training Provider. Find a Trainer: https://www.osha.gov/training/outreach/find-a-trainer |
Credential Auto Collect | No |
Diploma Endorsement | Yes |
Validation Artifact | Copy of Certificate OR Pocket Card |
Credential Lead Consultant | Nolan Fahrer nolan.fahrer@dpi.nc.gov |
Course Number and Title | IC00 Construction CoreIL80 Construction Technology I (LCO)IM21 Woodworking IIM61 Welding Technology I |
Credential as POL | IC00 POL = NoIL80 POL = NoIM21 POL = NoIM61 POL = No |
Pathway(s)^ | Carpentry (CARP)Construction Technologies (COTE)^Electrical Trades (ELTR)HVAC/R (HVAC)Masonry (MASO)Plumbing (PLUM)Skilled Trades (SKTR)^Solar Photovoltaics (SOLR)Welding (WELD)Woodworking (WOWO) |
Cost of Instructor Training | N/A |
Instructor Training Requirements | None |
Exam Voucher Expiration | For an enrolled student: 180 days Unused seat: 1 year |
Credential Lifespan | Lifetime The recommendation is to take OSHA safety training every 4 to 5 years to stay updated with the latest safety regulations and industry practices. For complete training guidelines, the recommendation is for workers to consult with local regulatory authorities. |
Renewal Options | N/A |
SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) Code(s) | First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers (47-1011)Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters (51-7011)Carpenters (47-2031)Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians (17-3022)Patternmakers, Wood (51-7032)Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121)Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders (51-4122) |
Articulation | No |
Sequencing | No |
Employer Transferability | Yes The credential stays with the employee. |
Delivery Format | On-line |
Proctored Environment Required | No |
Test Site Options and Requirements | Computer with website access. |
Testing Environment Requirements | N/A |
Proctored Requirements | N/A |
Exam Time Allotment | Each topic contains a brief assessment, which must be successfully completed before the topic is marked complete. Once all topics have been viewed and the corresponding assessments are passed, there is a comprehensive final assessment. Students must complete all required course material including the course survey within six months to receive the credential. |
Exam Passing Requirement | 70% or higher on the quizzes and final exam. The online report field "completed" indicates passing. |
Retakes | Yes Retakes are available within six months of enrollment. Students must pass the final assessment with a 70% score or higher within three (3) attempts. If a student does not pass, he or she will be given one (1) course reset and must start from the beginning. |
Student Accommodations | Yes Optional read aloud and captions are available for each course. All requirements of an IEP can be accommodated as written in the plan. |
Multilingual Resources* | Yes Spanish resources are available for OSHA 10-Hour Construction Industry certification. https://campus.careersafeonline.com/wbtClass_info.k2?wbtClassID=483 |
Directory Notes | None |