Career Details

Master Craft/Technician Instructor

Description

A Master Craft/Technician Instructor is NCCER's highest level of recognition for instructors. The intent of this instructor certification is to provide additional recognition for NCCER's most dedicated, qualified, and deserving instructors.

Certifying Organization

National Center for Construction Education and Research

Details

If significant education or training is needed? Yes

If significant work experience is needed? Yes

Is an exam required? Yes

How many years until certification must be renewed? Unknown year(s)

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Unknown

Certification can be renewed with re-examination? Unknown

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? Unknown

Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? Unknown

Certificates

Certificate name

Master Trainer

Certifying Organization

National Center for Construction Education and Research

Type

B - Advanced

Certificate name

Craft Instructor

Certifying Organization

National Center for Construction Education and Research

Type

B - Advanced

Certificate name

Construction Site Safety Master Instructor

Certifying Organization

National Center for Construction Education and Research

Type

B - Advanced

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