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Career Area: Architecture and Construction
Technical Diploma
Program Number: 31-410-7
Approximately 1 Year to Complete
This is based on full-time enrollment. Actual time to completion may vary based on the availability of courses a college offers and the number of credits the student takes in any given time period.
Credit Program
Most credit programs are eligible for financial aid, while most non-credit certificates provide valuable work-related skills on a short timeline. Check with the college offering the program to determine if it is eligible for financial aid.
Average Annual Tuition: $4303.5
This is based on one year of full-time enrollment for in-state students. WTCS tuition is set by the Wisconsin Technical College System Board in March for the following year. It does not include books, materials or program/college-related fees.
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Residential Building Construction Careers

Recent Wisconsin job postings for this degree:

Residential Construction
Remodeling
Building Supply
Builder

Average Median Wage

$34187

Residential Building Construction Programs

This one-year technical diploma program is designed for anyone interested in a career in residential construction. The hands-on program will prepare you for employment with residential builders, remodelers, subcontractors, material suppliers and other specialties closely allied with the residential building market. Hands-on field experience will be gained through the construction of a complete residence to be built on-site.

Residential Building Construction Part of a Career Pathway Program Transfers Offered completely online Shared Program
Fox Valley Residential Building Construction at Fox Valley

Wisconsin Technical College System

The Wisconsin Technical College System offers more than 500 programs awarding two-year associate degrees, one- and two-year technical diplomas, short-term technical diplomas and certificates. The System is the major provider of customized instruction and technical assistance for Wisconsin employers. About 250,000 people enroll at a technical college each year.

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