Course Overview
Take the first step from skilled craft professional to effective leader. The NCCER Fundamentals of Crew Leadership course is designed to build the essential skills needed to lead crews, communicate effectively, and support jobsite success.

This instructor-led course introduces the core principles of leadership in construction, focusing on real-world application in the field. Whether you're preparing for a leadership role or currently leading a crew, this course provides practical tools you can use immediately.

Course Details

• Dates: July 13-16, 2026
• Time: 8:30am - 3:00pm
• Format: In-person, instructor-led

Investment

Member $415
Non-Member $695

What You’ll Learn

• The role and responsibilities of a crew leader
• Effective communication and team coordination
• Planning and organizing work on the jobsite
• Understanding safety leadership and accountability
• Introduction to project control and documentation
• Managing productivity and workforce expectations

Who Should Attend

• Skilled craft professionals ready to step into leadership roles
• Current crew leaders, foremen, and lead technicians
• Apprentices nearing completion
• Field personnel looking to improve leadership and communication skills

Why This Course Matters
Strong crew leadership directly impacts safety, productivity, and jobsite culture. This course helps bridge the gap between technical skill and leadership ability—setting you up for long-term career growth.

Training Pathway
This course is Step 1 of a 3-part leadership series:

1. Fundamentals of Crew Leadership – Core leadership skills (this course)
2. Advanced Crew Leadership
3. Project Management

Prerequisites

• Recommended: Field experience in a construction trade
• No formal prerequisites required

This course uses NCCER curriculum and is instructed by a certified NCCER instructor. Successful completion of the program qualifies participants to receive NCCER industry-recognized credentials.