The two, six-week courses are designed to assist future and current contractors with the
Nevada State Contractors Board licensing application, other construction topics
LAS VEGAS – The Nevada Small Business Development Center at UNLV (Nevada SBDC) in conjunction with the Nevada State Contractors Board, UNLV Office of Economic Development, and the Small Business Administration, will offer free, in-person “Construction 1.0” and “Construction 2.0” workshops for future and current contractors.
“Construction 1.0” workshop: Aimed at those interested in becoming licensed contractors, the “Construction 1.0” workshop is a six-week, in-person course that will provide insight on several construction business topics and guidance on completing the Nevada State Contractors Board licensing application. Participants will be given a firsthand opportunity to listen to professionals and connect with business advisors and experienced contractors, for additional guidance and support. Classes will be held weekly from 5 to 6:30 p.m., Wednesday, September 18, 2024, until Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at the Harry Reid Technology Park, 8400 W. Sunset Rd., suite 300. To register, visit https://nsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/4847 or email constructioninfo@unlv.edu.
“Construction 2.0” workshop: Aimed at those currently working as licensed contractors, the “Construction 2.0” workshop is a six-week, in-person course that will provide insight on several construction topics. Participants will be given a firsthand opportunity to listen to professionals and connect with business advisors and experienced contractors, for additional guidance and support on how to obtain contracts, marketing, and capability statements. Classes will be held weekly from 5 to 6:30 p.m., Thursday, September 19, 2024, until Thursday, October 24, 2024, at the Harry Reid Technology Park, 8400 W. Sunset Rd., suite 300. To register, visit https://nsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/4848 or email constructioninfo@unlv.edu.
UNLV received a $128,549 grant from the Commission on Construction Education to organize and hold multiple six-week statewide workshops in a multi-faceted small business training program designed to guide and assist Nevadans looking to start and grow a construction business.
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The Nevada State Contractors Board is committed to ensuring the integrity and professionalism of the construction industry in Nevada. The NSCB has the responsibility to promote quality construction by Nevada licensed contractors through a regulatory licensing system designed to protect the health, safety and welfare of the public. For more information about the Nevada State Contractors Board, please visit www.nscb.nv.gov.
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