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Programs: High School | Adult Skilled Trades | Industry Professional Development

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BUILD A SUCCESSFUL CAREER IN CONSTRUCTION

The West Michigan Construction Institute provides the training, knowledge, and national certification for students to have a well-paid, high-demand, and meaningful career in commercial construction.  

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Unlock your future in Construction today

WMCI’s hands-on training will equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in the West Michigan construction industry and beyond. 

  • Learn from instructors who are experts in their craft
  • Develop your skills with hands-on projects and interactive labs
  • Connect with West Michigan's top construction companies
  • Advance your career with access to employment resources & networking
About WMCI
A WMCI student learns concrete skills on a job site visit to the construction site of Grand Rapid's Amphitheater project.
A group of WMCI students learn exterior envelope construction skills on a job site.
A WMCI student celebrates her graduation with the WMCI high school instructor.

I think that WMCI has put a great program together to better the industry. The training and knowledge I have gained here helps me on a day-to-day basis.

WMCI Graduate
Sprinkler Fitting II

Our instructor was great! Thoroughly explained everything and he was always prepared and willing to teach no matter what you knew.

WMCI Graduate
Plumbing I

Even having 8 to 9 years experience under my belt, I continued to learn something every day.

WMCI Graduate
Intro to Construction

Where are you starting?

Students

High School

Junior and senior students receive a nationally-recognized credential upon the completion of the 1 or 2-year program.

Adult Skilled Trades

Hands-on, competency-based skilled/craft trade education for students interested in building a successful construction career.

Industry Professional Development

Advance your career in construction through advanced certification and professional development training.

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Personal Visit and Tour:

Explore the West Michigan Construction Institute with a one on one guide. This is the best way to learn about the skilled trades, ask any questions, and see if a commercial construction career is right for you.

Course highlights 

COURSES
Course thumbnail for the West Michigan Construction Institute's Concrete training course.

START DATE
August 26, 2025
End Date
March 25, 2026
Annual Tuition + Fees
$4475

What you'll learn:

In addition to the essentials of concrete safety, tools, and equipment, students will also learn concrete placement, reinforcing, formwork and finishing. Students will also learn helpful communication, math, and safety skills applicable across all skilled trades.

Concrete Jobs:

Jobs in the concrete industry include: concrete finisher, concrete carpenter, form builder, heavy equipment operator, and project manager.
Course header for the west michigan construction institute's Introductory Field Leadership course.

START DATE
August 26, 2025
End Date
November 4, 2025
Registration Fees
$3800

What you'll learn:

In this six-session professional development course, students will develop the communication, management, and productivity skills needed to lead successful construction projects.

Who should attend?

As a perfect program to translate job site technical expertise into leadership of multiple persons and teams, this course is best for rising construction industry managers, foremen, and superintendents.
WMCI's Spanish for Construction Training course featured image.

START DATE
January 13, 2026
End Date
March 19, 2026
Registration Fees
$1250

What you'll learn:

In a curriculum customized for the industry, students will learn the most common construction Spanish words and phrases used on a jobsite.

Who should attend?

This course is intended for those that speak little to no Spanish and are looking to engage more efficiently with their Spanish speaking team members.

START DATE
August 18, 2025
End Date
June 1, 2026
Annual Tuition + Fees
$4440

What you'll learn:

Students will learn how to safely install, test, maintain, and repair different types of pipe systems.

Plumbing Jobs

Commercial plumbing job titles can include: apprentice, journeyman plumber, service technician, and plumbing designer.
WMCI course thumbnail for the introductory level Exterior Envelope course.

START DATE
August 27, 2025
End Date
June 10, 2026
Annual Tuition + Fees
$6675

What you'll learn:

Students learn to safely install, test, maintain, and repair different types of envelope systems.

Exterior Envelope Jobs

Examples include: Sheet Metal Worker, Glazier, and Building Enclosure Technician
Course thumbnail for the West Michigan Construction Institute's Sprinkler Fitting training course.

START DATE
August 18, 2025
End Date
June 1, 2026
Annual Tuition + Fees
$4375

What you'll learn:

Learn the basics of commercial construction with an emphasis on sprinkler systems and components.

Sprinkler Fitting Jobs

Examples of Sprinkler Fitting job titles can include: Apprentice, Fire Sprinkler Technician, Fire Sprinkler Foreman, Sprinkler Designer
Course thumbnail for the West Michigan Construction Institute's drywalling training course.

START DATE
August 26, 2025
End Date
June 2, 2026
Annual Tuition + Fees
$4380

What you'll learn:

This comprehensive course equips students with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in the drywalling field, including everything from measuring, cutting, and fitting drywall panels to mastering finishing techniques and understanding building codes.

Drywall Jobs:

Drywall Installer, Drywall Hanger, or Drywall Technician (also known as a 'Taper.')
Course thumbnail for the West Michigan Construction Institute's Commercial construction carpentry training course.

START DATE
August 19, 2025
End Date
June 2, 2026
Annual Tuition + Fees
$4440

What you'll learn:

Students will learn hand & power tools, construction of floor & wall systems, framing, basic stair layout, and job site procedures and planning.

Carpentry Jobs

As a foundational trade in construction, there are many different career paths you can take including becoming a Journeyman Carpenter, Framer, Cabinetmaker, Drywall Technician, and Foreman.
Course thumbnail image for the field operations certification program taught in partnership with Ferris State faculty.

START DATE
January 22, 2026
End Date
April 9, 2026
Registration Fees
$3750

What you'll learn:

Students will learn project communications, documentation, safety, site logistics, coordination, quality control, and project closeout skills.

Who should attend?

This course is designed for recently promoted superintendents, foremen, and crew leaders as they transition from hands-on trades to field leadership positions.
Course thumbnail image for the construction project management certification program taught in partnership with Ferris State faculty.

START DATE
September 4, 2025
End Date
October 30, 2025
Registration Fees
$3750

What you'll learn:

Students will learn project communications, contracts and scope of works, buyouts, cash flow, turnover, and other project administration skills.

Who should attend?

This course is designed for recently promoted superintendents, foremen, and crew leaders as they transition from hands-on trades to field leadership positions.
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