North Carolina General Contractors are required to complete 8 hours of continuing education annually for license renewal. There is a 2-hour mandatory course along with 6 hours of electives required each year.
As an approved NC Licensing Board for General Contractors (NCLBGC) education provider, the Greensboro Builders Association offers CE courses throughout the year with discounted pricing for GBA members.
You have the option to register for a full day (8 hours) or select different dates for morning and/or afternoon sessions. We offer a variety of topics for the electives, including several NC Builder Institute (NCBI) courses. Courses are offered virtually via Zoom unless otherwise noted.
We will be offering courses on the following dates…additional details coming soon.
- September 11
- October 3
- October 14
- October 23
- November 12
- November 25
If you have any questions, contact the GBA Office at (336) 855-6255
February 20, 2025 REGISTRATION CLOSED Instructor: Sean Sullivan
8:00 AM – 10:00 AM ( 2 hrs ) 2025 Mandatory Course: Required for 2026 Renewal – REGISTRATION CLOSED
The required two-hour mandatory course covers statutes and regulations for which qualifiers and licensees must comply. Students will review current law, regulations, rules and statutory terminology used by the NCLBGC. This course satisfies the two-hour 2025 NCLBGC mandatory course requirement for 2026 license renewal.
10:15 AM – 12:15 PM ( 2 hrs ) IAQ (Indoor Air Quality): The Key Ingredient to Whole Living – REGISTRATION CLOSED
Green building is not a new concept to most of us. However, as our new home envelopes have gotten tighter, we are in danger of poisoning the inhabitants with toxins and poor IAQ. This course will include: introduction to the concept of Whole Living • recognize the dangers that selections and furnishings can present to the home • explore and identify the pollutants that contribute to poor indoor air quality during the construction process • identify construction practices that reduce particulates and increase IAQ • present real solutions to furnishing a new home.
1:00 – 5:00 PM ( 4 hrs ) Partner with the Land – REGISTRATION CLOSED
The purpose of this course is to give a thorough overview of considerations that should be made in order to thoughtfully develop land for residential purposes. Discussion will focus on considerations for cost and value based upon regional constraints and desired outcomes. Participants will also learn how to avoid costly mistakes and develop site plans to maximize space utilization.
2024 Mandatory Course
Do you need to complete the Board’s 2024 Mandatory Course to renew a license for 2025? Beginning January 1, 2025, you may enroll for the eLearning version of the 2024 Mandatory Course at NCGCTraining.com. This site is the only place the 2024 Mandatory Course will be offered.
Registration Information
Note you can sign up for morning (8:00 am – 12:15 pm) and afternoon (1:00 – 5:00 pm) sessions on different dates as well as full day registration.
Information Needed: To complete registration, you will need to list your name and individual qualifier number as it appears on the North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contractors website – www.nclbgc.org/qualifier-search
GBA Members: Make sure under GBA Membership Status to check Member before proceeding to receive discounted member pricing.
NCLBGC Requirements: This class requires an identification check; registrants to present a picture ID (valid state or federal ID preferred) at check-in. Registrants are required to be present for the entire duration of the course to receive NCLBGC Continuing Education Credit.
Cancellation Policy: If you need to change a course date, you can be reassigned to another date with no penalty. Must submit cancellation at least 10 business days prior to the course for a full refund, minus credit card fee (if applicable).
Questions / Additional Information:
Amy Jones
(336) 855-6255 office (336) 707-0760 (mobile)
ajones@greensborobuilders.org