Home Builders Institute (HBI) - DOL Registered Pre-Apprenticeship Program
HBI has partnered with The Home Depot Foundation (THDF) to develop specialized trades training programs located near 10 of the largest military installations in the nation. Supported by a $50 million THDF grant, this initiative is a part of the foundation's multi-year $500 billion commitment to veteran causes. On target for full completion by the end of 2020, several of the centers are already active, providing veteran training and producing qualified graduates.With the approval of their chain of command, transitioning Service members in each region served by an HBI training facility can participate in the cost-free 12-week program; no military or GI Bill funding is required as part of the Department of Defense (DOD) SkillBridge program. During the program, Service members spend up to 75% of their time in hands-on training, earn professional certifications and receive job placement support. Through our pre-apprenticeship certificate training (PACT), HBI is able to combine academic learning and hands-on experience to deliver sustainable construction trade education.
General Contractor, Land Developer, Carpentry Subcontractor, Construction Inspector, Instructor, Product Sales, Journeyperson, Carpentry Apprentice, Carpenter's Helper, General Electrical, Contractor, Electrical Engineer, Electrical Inspector, Electrical Supply, Manager, Job Superintendent, Product Sales, Instructor, Journeyperson, Electrician, Electrician Apprentice, Electrical Helper, HVAC engineer, HVAC installer, HVAC mechanic, HVAC refrigeration technician, HVAC technician, Solar technician, Instructor, Product Sales, HVAC helper, General Contractor, Master Plumber, Service Contractor, Foreman, Product Sales, Instructor, Journeyperson, Apprentice, Plumber's Helper
Open to all MOS / ratings / AFSCs.
Potential students must interview with a Regional Career Development Coordinator (RCDC) via telephone, virtually, or in person. After RCDC has accepted you into the program, all required paperwork with your command's approval and signatures must be on file with Coordinator and your SFL Representative.
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Interview prep for this program▸
- ▸ "How many of your past SkillBridge interns received full-time offers?" — a serious program knows the number.
- ▸ "Who will my day-to-day mentor be, and what does week one look like?"
- ▸ "The listing says 31 - 60 days — can that flex to my approved window if my command shortens it?"
- ▸ "Is relocation expected for a full-time offer, or can I convert where I am?"
- ▸ Confirm the eligibility notes above — ask exactly what they need from you and when.
- ✓ Your projected start window and separation date (from your profile)
- ✓ Your command's approval status — even "packet drafted" signals you're serious
- ✓ Your civilian-translated resume bullets (generate them here)
- ✓ A written training-plan ask — you'll need it for your packet anyway
Home Builders Institute (HBI) - DOL Registered Pre-Apprenticeship Program
HBI has partnered with The Home Depot Foundation (THDF) to develop specialized trades training programs located near 10 of the largest military installations in the nation. Supported by a $50 million THDF grant, this…
Home Builders Institute (HBI) - DOL Registered Pre-Apprenticeship Program
HBI has partnered with The Home Depot Foundation (THDF) to develop specialized trades training programs located near 10 of the largest military installations in the nation. Supported by a $50 million THDF grant, this…