Simpson Strong-Tie has created curriculum resources including online courses, educational videos and Simpson Strong-Tie software and technology, along with relevant industry associations.

Without question, the building and construction industry has been impacted by the COVID-19 outbreak. Approximately 1.1 million construction jobs were eliminated in the first two months of the pandemic prior to the industry’s designation as “essential.” While the industry has recouped nearly 80 percent of its workforce since then, companies will need to hire another 1 million workers over the next two years to meet the country’s insatiable demand for new home construction and improvement.

ATAS International has a new education course on Hanley Wood University. “Using Technologically Advanced Metal Building Products in LEED, Net Zero, and Passive Buildings” is approved by the AIA (for one LU/HSW) and GBCI (for one continuing education hour).

ATAS is pleased to announce a new course being offered to architects and designers: “Designing with Metal Wall Panels."

Only HPIP Certified Contractors have the opportunity to use our online learning management system for online certification. Contractors can use our online system to earn their required continuing education units, or to upload training materials for their company’s employees

The American Concrete Institute (ACI) is now offering a Shotcrete Inspector certification program to certify individuals who demonstrate the knowledge and experience required to properly inspect the placement of shotcrete.

Recently, Informa Connect and USGBC announced that the Greenbuild International Conference & Expo is moving its 2020 event to an all-virtual format with expanded education and sourcing opportunities as part of a wider strategy to meet both immediate and long-term market needs.

The OSHA Training Institute Education Center at Chabot-Las Positas Community College District, the only authorized OSHA Training Institute Education Center headquartered in Northern California, is announcing the launch of a new interactive website. 

The Green Building Initiative (GBI) and the 2030 Districts Network announced a partnership focused on expanding the impact of both organizations through increased collaboration. 

Construction employment grew in 253, or 71 percent, out of 358 metro areas between June 2018 and June 2019, declined in 61 and was unchanged in 44, according to a new analysis of federal employment data released by the Associated General Contractors of America.