Highway Construction Workforce Development
CDOT makes strategic investments throughout the state to support the development of a safe, skilled, and sustaining highway construction workforce.
With historic infrastructure spending on the horizon, CDOT is committed to funding activities that train and prepare individuals for meaningful employment that will improve the overall quality of life for both workers and the traveling public.
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CDOT Sponsored Workforce Programs
The Civil Construction Academy is available for enrollment immediately. The program provides no cost, on-line and in-person training for anyone wanting to kickstart a new career in construction.
The revamped curriculum now comprises six comprehensive courses that will help equip participants for success in civil construction:
- OSHA 10-Hour Construction
- Fundamentals of Slings and Rigging Equipment
- Work Zone Traffic Control
- Stormwater Management
- First Aid/CPR/AED Certification
- Flagger Certification
Upon completion of all six courses, participants will receive a Civil Construction Academy certificate of completion as well as a $250 voucher to the Red Wing Boot store.
The majority of the coursework is conveniently self-paced and online, allowing flexibility for those balancing other commitments. Additionally, there will be an engaging in-person session that includes hands-on training and a discussion on the diverse career pathways within civil construction.
Every summer, CDOT and FHWA sponsor a two week day camp for middle schoolers that provides hands-on experiences and field trips related to transportation and construction.
The 2025 Summer Transportation Institute host is To Be Determined. Registration is not yet open.
For more information about CDOT's highway construction workforce development programs, please contact:
Thessa Roy, Program Manager
(720) 793-8213
