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 are offering courses on the following dates…course descriptions, times and instructors are noted below.
- 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
September 11, 2025 Instructors: Tammie Smoot / Michael Faith
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM ( 4 hrs ) Digital Marketing
In today’s world being relevant means being digitally savvy. Our customers expect us to have an easy to find 24/7 presence online. The content we provide must be rich, relevant and engaging to our buyers and our clients. Companies that understand how to be found, and how to curate a top-notch buyer experience, are and will continue to gain market share.
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM ( 2 hrs ) 2025 Mandatory Course: Required for 2026 Renewal
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.
3:15 PM – 5:15 PM ( 2 hrs ) Construction Risk – Strategies for Managing
Construction site hazards can directly impact workers safety and indirectly the company’s bottom line. The first step in controlling a hazard is to identify it. Through this course, participants will identify common safety hazards. Discussion will include impacts for each…to workers and the project.
October 3, 2025 Instructors: Erik Anderson / Cliff Isaac
8:00 AM – 10:00 AM ( 2 hrs ) 2025 Mandatory Course: Required for 2026 Renewal
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- 12:25 PM ( 2 hrs ) What’s New with Kitchen and Bath Trends
We will summarize information provided by national organizations and speakers relating to the hottest trends for kitchen and bath designs that we are seeing today. Then we will discuss these trends from both a national and regional standpoint.
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM ( 4 hrs ) A Residential Code Guide to Home Building
Building a home in North Carolina can be a challenge. Between the current economic forces today, to meeting all the regulatory requirements, anyone can easily become frustrated. The intention of this course is to help navigate the building process from start to finish with as little issues as possible.
October 14, 2025 Instructor: Cameron Moore
8:00 AM – 10:00 AM ( 2 hrs ) 2025 Mandatory Course: Required for 2026 Renewal
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- 12:25 PM ( 2 hrs ) Erosion Control & Stormwater – Piecing It All Together
This course is designed to learn and understand the state’s different programs as they relate to erosion control and stormwater…understanding how both programs are different but also act together. Participants will learn key terminology and definitions as they apply to both programs; review program fundamentals and how they work on the ground; understand the nuances of low-density vs. high-density projects; the differences between erosion control and stormwater; the new stormwater permit transfer process; and the nuances of the NPDES NCG01 permit.
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM ( 4 hrs ) Land Use & Construction – Why It Matters to Pay Attention
This course is designed to showcase the many similarities between land use and construction and why it matters to pay attention to both when constructing a new structure. Many contractors start a new build with the tried-and-true requirements of the NC Building Code. In this course, we take a different approach and study the mechanics of zoning first to make sure your project gets off to a good start. Upon completion of this course, students will have a better understanding of a Zoning Ordinance, specifically the dimensional requirements, as well as the overall mechanics of a zoning ordinance and how it relates to the construction of a structure.
October 23, 2025 Instructor: Rusty Kling
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM ( 4 hrs ) Maximizing Your Profits
Maximizing profits begins in the field. Learn how to implement field management tools to complete projects on time in budget with zero defects.
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM ( 2 hrs ) 2025 Mandatory Course: Required for 2026 Renewal
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.
3:15 PM – 5:15 PM ( 2 hrs ) Common Contracting Mistakes Caused by Poor Communication
This course will help students to better understand the need to, and how to, communicate with trade partners, suppliers and the client. There will be applied learning in “mirroring” listening techniques to help the student learn how to communicate clearly with another party. What is learned will then be applied in case study format.
November 12, 2025 Instructor: Josh Collins
8:00 AM – 10:00 AM ( 2 hrs ) 2025 Mandatory Course: Required for 2026 Renewal
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- 12:25 PM ( 2 hrs ) The Sealed Attic
In this course a student will learn the basic principles behind a sealed attic. The student will be able to competently answer questions about the key differences between a sealed attic and a vented attic. They will also use the current building code to outline the basic design differences and benefits of sealed attic.
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM ( 4 hrs ) Resource Efficiency and Materials
Build confidence in your product by learning the best practices for water management and resource efficiency. Maintaining a clean and dry building assembly ensures not only job-site appearance but longevity of the building structure as well.
November 25, 2025 Instructors: Sean Sullivan / Cliff Isaac
8:00 AM – 10:00 AM ( 2 hrs ) 2025 Mandatory Course: Required for 2026 Renewal
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- 12:25 PM ( 2 hrs ) Foundation Waterproofing Methodology
It only takes living in a home with a leaky foundation to understand the importance of waterproofing. From structural and personal contents damage, to mold and mildew infiltration, water can turn from being your biggest asset, to your biggest liability, in a flash. This course is designed to explore the difference between damp proofing and waterproofing, the different types of waterproofing systems, how the applications are applied, and what might be the most appropriate application for your project.
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM ( 4 hrs ) A Residential Code Guide to Home Building
Building a home in North Carolina can be a challenge. Between the current economic forces today, to meeting all the regulatory requirements, anyone can easily become frustrated. The intention of this course is to help navigate the building process from start to finish with as little issues as possible.
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