WCCA CONSTRUCTION EDUCATION EFFORTS
Directed by a committee of WCCA members passionate about the development of the construction industry workforce, Western Colorado Contractors Association (WCCA) leads education efforts based on current and future workforce needs of members and the construction community.
WCCA’s Education Committee meets quarterly and is open to all members.
To learn more about the WCCA Education Committee or resources available, contact WCCA Staff at (970) 245-1384.
CURRENT WORKFORCE EFFORTS
WCCA TRAFFIC SAFETY CLASSES
CDOT CERTIFIED CLASSES FOR TRAFFIC SAFETY EMPLOYEES. Check Events Page often for available classes or request a class with staff.
WCCA FLAGGER CERTIFICATION
FLAGGER OJT INFOMATION
FLAGGER REGISTRATION
WCCA TCS (TRAFFIC CONTROL SURPERVISOR) CERTIFICATION
Registration closed – TCS CLASS FOR November 20-21, 2025
(REQUIREMENTS FOR EACH INCLUDED ON APPLICATION. SUBMIT APPLICATIONS TO WCCA@WCCA-GJ.COM)
WCCA MEMBER INSTRUCTED CLASSES
CLICK ON MEMBER BUSINESSES FOR MORE INFORMATION
OTHER CLASS CONNECTIONS
SEEKING A CERTIFICATION OR TRAINING FOR YOUR BUSINESS? LET WCCA HELP CONNECT YOU TO SOURCES THROUGHOUT COLORADO THAT CAN GET YOU THE TRAINING YOU NEED. CALL WCCA STAFF AT 970-245-1384 FOR ASSISTANCE
OSHA ONLINE TRAINING
OSHA ONLINE RESOURCES
ATSSA ONLINE TRAINING
CDOT – SWMP AND TECS TRAINING
UPCOMING TRAININGS & EVENTS
WCCA offers many Events and Trainings throughout the year: Updates, Committee Meetings, Golf Tournaments, Socials, Trap Shoot, and Member Appreciation Night, for example. Check back often for upcoming events.
WCCA Member Instructors
WCCA member businesses featured below offer trainings and certifications to other businesses by request. Don’t see needed training? Let WCCA staff know and they will do their best to connect you to the trainings you need!
Thomas Creel
Jenny
SMOOTH BORE CPR
Serving Individuals & Groups – At Our Place or Yours At Smooth Bore CPR & First Aid, we make it easy to get the life-saving training you need. Whether you come to us or we come to your site, we provide high-quality, hands-on instruction for individuals, businesses, and organizations. Register Online to view upcoming classes and reserve your spot today.
Special Offer: Use code WCCA25 at checkout for 10% off individual training or 15% off for groups of 10 or more!
Business Terms: We offer Net 30 terms for qualifying companies.
Contact Us: Phone: 970-975-0343 Email: info@smoothborecpr.com
KSK Inc
Full service traffic safety company. Instructor Kirk Knowles instructs Flagger Safety and Traffic Safety classes through WCCA. Contact WCCA @wcca-gj.com for more information
Insight Building Code Consulting
ICC Certified Building Code Consulting Company, We Provide Permit Expediting Services, Inspections, ADA Consulting, And Education. We Are Also CCPIA Certified And Offer Property Inspections. Educated As An Architect. Can Provide 2D CAD Drawings Where No Stamp/ Seal Is Required. Spanish/ English Bilingual. Visit https://www.insightbuildingcode.com for more information
FUTURE WORKFORCE EFFORTS
PATHWAYS TO CONSTRUCTION
PATHWAYS
How do students get from secondary school to a successful career in construction at any age? Check out the PATHWAYS TO CONSTRUCTION brochure created by regional WCCA Members and workforce centers to help students enter the industry.
CLICK HERE TO SEE YOUR CONSTRUCTION PATH
EVENTS TO BUILD A WORKFORCE
MCSC SAFETY FAIR (Feb)
Students grades 1-4 in Mesa County learn about construction safety from WCCA Members over 2 days
2024 WESTERN COLORADO CHILDREN’S WATER FESTIVAL (Video)
5th Grade students in MCVSD51 spend 2 days outdoors learning about construction and water conservation through water related activities
WESTERN COLORADO CONSTRUCTION CAREER DAY (October)
BUILT FOR THE FUTURE
Built for the Future is a community effort providing 11th-grade students hands on experience with a career in the construction and trades industry.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION
CLICK HERE TO VIEW 2024 EVENT VIDEO
Scholarships Construction Management
Construction Management
WCCA believes that targeted program scholarships in the community will improve the employee pool for Contractors on the Western Slope of Colorado. Included in the Education Opportunities, the WCCA Construction Management Scholarships through Colorado Mesa University (CMU) are awarded to at least four students attending CMU or CMU TECH. The scholarships are awarded at $625 per semester per student for two consecutive semesters; $1,250 for the school year per scholarship.
TO APPLY FOR WCCA SCHOLARSHIP THROUGH CMU
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2025-2026 WCCA Scholarship Winners
Other scholarships may be available for apprenticeships, trainings, and other regional higher education opportunities.
Call 970.245.1384 for details.
CONSTRUCTION COMMUNITY EDUCATION RESOURCES
Throughout Western Colorado there are several community partnerships and resources that can help get students in the right direction toward a career in Construction.
