Connecting our members with education is a high priority for our local builders and suppliers. With a shortage of skilled tradespeople in the building industry, the HBA and its members are proud to support the National Association of Home Builders Home Builders Institute – a nationally recognized, credentialed training program to train our future workforce and potentially your future home builder. Locally, HBAGLBR supports community schools’ and building trades programs!
If you’re planning to work as a general contractor in Michigan, you’ll need the right license when projects exceed $600. This means carrying either a Residential Builders License or a Maintenance and Alterations Contractor License. Both require a 60-hour pre-licensure course before applying to take the state licensing exam.
Getting your license is straightforward and can be done in three steps:
Complete your required 60-hour pre-licensure education.
Schedule and pass your exam through LARA.
Apply for your Michigan Builders License.
As a member of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), you have access to a wide range of educational opportunities designed to help you grow and stay ahead in the industry. NAHB offers webinars, live online courses, and shop talks covering the latest trends, best practices, and professional development topics. Click below to explore current offerings and take advantage of valuable learning resources.
The Professional Women in Building Council is dedicated to ensuring the development of curriculum and relationships with local area schools and members. This Council provides the foundation of the HBAGLBR building trades education scholarship.
To learn more about PWB Click Here!
MIOSHA classes teach essential workplace safety practices to help businesses meet Michigan safety standards and prevent jobsite accidents. The Home Builders Association of Great Lakes Bay Region (HBAGLBR) offers these classes locally to ensure contractors and workers stay compliant, informed, and safe on the job.
