Northwest College of Construction

Northwest College of Construction (NWCOC) is a private institution based in Portland, Oregon. With a staff of 30 employees, the college focuses on providing career and technical education for the construction industry. NWCOC generates around $2 million in annual revenue. The college offers training programs designed to equip individuals with the skills needed to succeed in construction careers. Programs are accredited through the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER). NWCOC is also an administrator of apprenticeship training programs recognized by both Oregon and Washington state apprenticeship councils. NWCOC was established by four trade industry associations: Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) Pacific Northwest Chapter, Associated General Contractors (AGC) Oregon-Columbia Chapter, Home Builders Association of Metropolitan Portland (HBA), and The National Utility Contractors Association (NWUCA) of Oregon & Southwest Washington. This collaborative approach allows the college to draw upon the expertise and resources of multiple organizations dedicated to supporting the construction workforce. For more information about Northwest College of Construction, visit their website at nwcoc.com.