EDUCATION 
ABC of Metro Washington offers educational
opportunities for you and your employees.

We offer construction craft training, approved apprenticeship training programs, innovative management education seminars, and comprehensive safety training programs. We also participate in programs to attract young people to careers in construction and contribute to their educational experience.

For more information, to register, or to get involved with our education committees, please contact us at 301-595-9711.

Management Education Programs

We regularly offer seminars on topics such as

  • Human Resource Issues
  • Job Costing
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Mold Awareness
  • Cash Management
  • OSHA Certifications
  • Insurance and Bonding
  • Emergency Preparedness
  • Negotiations and Contracts
  • Defensive Driving
  • Blueprint Reading
  • LEED


Many of our classes are now also offered in Spanish.  Visit the Events & Seminars Calendar for details on our seminars.

For information on our 32-Hour Backflow Certification, please contact Nancy Tretick or Lisa Johnson at 301-853-4668.


 ABC of Metro Washington is always looking for more member involvement and feedback in developing our seminars.
Send your ideas to us!


Project Managers' & Superintendents' Academies

Project Managers and Superintendents who want to improve their skills in the day-to-day management of a construction site, as well as learn about new trends, should consider attending one of the specialized academies offered by ABC of Metro Washington. During this two-and-half-day program, expert presenters share their keys to success and provide tips on the tried and true techniques they have acquired. Call 301-595-9711 to find out when the next session of the Project Managers' Academy or Superintendents' Academy will be offered.

You may also visit our Events & Seminars Calendar for details on our offerings.


Safety Training

In our commitment to safety and healthin the construction industry and to protecting the lives of workers and the community, we offer innovative safety training programs with real-life learning to develop a skilled and knowledgeable workforce.  Visit the Safety page to learn more.


Developing a Workforce for the Future

We want to help make sure there is an interested and qualified workforce to build the future. Our workforce development programs include:

  • Working with Montgomery County Students Construction Trades Foundation, Inc. to hold Construction Trades Career Fairs for students graduating from the Thomas Edison High School of Technology.

  • Helping to organize the biennial Careers in Construction Expo at the National Building Museum where middle and high school students are introduced to construction careers through hands-on exhibits.

  • Working with organizations like Goodwill of Greater Washington and the DC Department of Employment Services on pre-apprenticeship and life skills training programs.

Please contact us at 301-595-9711 for additional information on these programs.


"No matter if your firm is a start up, or an established major player in our industry, the place to be is ABC! The relationships...and great friendships...you will build are a huge benefit, but there is so much more. From state of the art apprenticeship programs and safety trainings to pro-active legislative initiatives, ABC's Metro Washington Chapter is an integral player in the growth of your business.

Knowledge is power, that's for sure, and active ABC of Metro Washington members have the edge over the competition. They know the players and they get plenty of coaching through progressive management education, pro-active legislative initiatives, and many other programs that help grow their companies."

Don Owen, President, P & P Contractors, Inc.

Craft Training

ABC of Metro Washington understands the importance of building a future. We want to help you and your company plan and realize your goals.

Visit the Craft Training page for additional information.

Scholarship Fund


We are committed to a strong scholarship program and strive to recruit individuals into the construction industry. To attract high quality candidates to the industry, ABC of Metro Washington fosters relationships between college students and our members through our Scholarship Fund and Student Chapters.
Workforce Development

Goodwill of Greater Washington P.A.R.T.
Pre-Apprenticeship Readiness
Training Program (P.A.R.T)


trytools.org

NCCER

Montgomery Youth Works


Future Force Now


Sponsors