| Date | Description | Category |
| June 17, 2024 | Classes Begin | Instruction Begin |
| June 18, 2024 | Last day to drop a class | Registration |
| June 19, 2024 | Juneteenth - No Classes | Holiday |
| September 6, 2024 | Final Day of Classes | Academics |
| September 16, 2024 | Final Grades Posted | Academics |
| September 9, 2024 | Classes Begin | Instruction Begin |
| September 10, 2024 | Last day to drop a class | Registration |
| October 14, 2024 | Columbus Day – No class | Holiday |
| November 28, 2024 | Thanksgiving – No class | Holiday |
| November 29, 2024 | Final Day of Classes | Academics |
| December 9, 2024 | Final Grades Posted | Academics |
| December 2, 2024 | Classes Begin | Instruction Begin |
| December 3, 2024 | Last day to drop a class | Registration |
| December 25, 2024 | Christmas – No class 12/25 – 12/27 | Holiday |
| January 1, 2025 | New Year’s Day – No class | Holiday |
| January 20, 2025 | Martine Luther King Jr. Birthday – No Class | Holiday |
| February 17, 2025 | President’s Day – No Classes | Holiday |
| February 21, 2025 | Final Day of Classes | Academics |
| February 28, 2025 | Final Grades Posted | Academics |
| February 24, 2025 | Classes Begin | Instruction Begin |
| February 25, 2025 | Last day to drop a class | Registration |
| May 16, 2025 | Final Day of Classes | Academics |
| May 23, 2025 | Final Grades Posted | Academics |
| May 19, 2025 | Classes Begin | Instruction Begin |
| May 20, 2025 | Last day to drop a class | Registration |
| May 26, 2025 | Memorial’s Day – No Classes | Academics |
| June 19, 2025 | Juneteenth – No Classes | Academics |
| July 4, 2025 | Independence Day – No classes | Academics |
| August 15, 2025 | Final Day of Classes | Academics |
| August 25, 2025 | Final Grades Posted | Academics |
| August 18, 2025 | Classes Begin | Instruction Begin |
| August 19, 2025 | Last day to drop a class | Registration |
| October 13, 2025 | Columbus Day – No classes | Holiday |
| November 11, 2025 | Veteran’s Day – No Classes | Holiday |
| November 14, 2025 | Final Day of Classes | Academics |
| November 24, 2025 | Final Grades Posted | Academics |
| Date | Legal Holiday | Day of the Week |
| January 1, 2024 | New Years Day | Monday |
| January 15, 2024 | Martin Luther King Birthday | Monday |
| February 19, 2024 | President’s Day | Monday |
| May 27, 2024 | Memorial’s Day | Monday |
| June 19, 2024 | Juneteenth | Wednesday |
| July 4, 2024 | Independence Day | Thursday |
| September 2, 2024 | Labor Day | Monday |
| October 14, 2024 | Columbus Day | Monday |
| November 11, 2024 | Veterans Day | Monday |
| November 28, 2024 | Thanksgiving | Thursday |
| December 25, 2024 | Christmas | Wednesday |
| January 1, 2025 | New Year’s Day | Wednesday |
| January 20, 2025 | Martin Luther King Birthday | Monday |
| February 17, 2025 | President’s Day | Monday |
| May 26, 2025 | Memorial’s Day | Monday |
| June 19, 2025 | Juneteenth | Thursday |
| July 4, 2025 | Independence Day | Friday |
| September 1, 2025 | Labor Day | Monday |
| October 13, 2025 | Columbus Day | Monday |
| November 11, 2025 | Veteran’s Day | Tuesday |
| November 27, 2025 | Thanksgiving | Thursday |
| December 25, 2025 | Christmas | Thursday |
Must possess a High School diploma, GED, or Equivalent
Attendance PolicyConsistent attendance is critical to student success. Absenteeism may affect the student’s grade because of missed instruction. Course material and/or tests missed because of the student’s absence may be made up at the discretion of the instructor. Students are expected to be in attendance during the entire program. Any student who fails to attend on a regular basis may require intervention and placement on an attendance contract. If a student violates their attendance contract, additional action may be taken and may lead to termination from the program. However, attendance contracts ARE NOT a required step for termination. Students who do not attend classes and do not contact their instructors or MSC President for 3 consecutive days will be terminated, regardless of the percentage of course time missed. It is the student’s responsibility to monitor and ensure that they are aware of their attendance status. The MSC President can clarify any questions regarding the attendance policy.
For any absence, students must make arrangements with their instructors, before or after classes, to determine assignments and/or tests missed. Missed materials must be made-up outside of regularly scheduled classes. Note: It may not be possible to make-up some hands-on training and student activities. Students who fail to contact their instructor in a timely manner may not be allowed to make-up missed work.
Absences due to jury duty, subpoenas, military service, and religious holidays that coincide with classroom activities or course requirements will not count toward the maximum time absent allowed. Absences due to jury duty, subpoenas or military service may require documentation to be exempted from recorded absences. Absences due to religious holidays must be approved as a religious exception to be exempted from recorded absences. To receive a religious exception, the religious observance must be one required by one’s religious tradition that necessitates participation during school hours.
This policy covers the totality of absences allowed. Any absences beyond those listed here may result in the student’s termination from the course and the entire program.
Excessive tardiness may result in an unsatisfactory grade or not passing a course. Tardiness can result in missing coursework and exams. Students are expected to attend all courses in their entirety and are expected to arrive and leave at the scheduled time. Instructors will inform students either verbally, during a scheduled one on one meeting, or by email if they believe excessive tardiness will prevent them from meeting course learning objectives. Students will be notified of the consequences of their excessive tardiness and potential adverse effects on passing a course.
Being late or missing a portion of class may be marked as minutes absent and count towards total time absent – the following are some, but not all, examples of missed time absences:
MSC Students can miss no more than 20% of their scheduled course time. Students who do not attend classes and do not contact their instructors or the MSC President for 3 consecutive days will be terminated, regardless of the percentage of course time missed. Instructors may conduct a wellness check by contacting a student’s emergency contact.
Leave of AbsenceIf students anticipate a leave of absence from class work or practical work, with intent to return or reenroll, they must inform their instructor at least 2 business days prior to their leave of absence. All requested leave of absences must be approved by both the instructors and MSC President. Leave of absence requests will be reviewed and approved on a case-by-case basis and must be an acceptable reason for leave of absence. Some examples of acceptable leave of absence are:
Leave of absence may only be granted for a maximum of 90 days. If students’ reasoning behind the leave of absence is anticipated to be longer than 90 days, the student should consider withdrawing from the program and re-enrolling at a future date. If the leave of absence is approved, students are encouraged to return at the start of the session but must not return no later than the same point in the term at which their leave was approved. If the leave was approved at the 2nd week of the sessions, students must return no later than the beginning of the 2nd week of the new term.
Students considering a Leave of Absence should speak with their instructor about the options for, and requirements of, an LOA. If it is determined a Leave of Absence is appropriate, the student will need to send a request via email to their instructor and MSC President indicating when the student plans to stop and resume training. The President will review the request and respond to the student with the outcome of the request.
All Minnesota School of Construction courses will follow the following grading system:
A grade of FW and last date of attendance will be recorded for courses a student fails to attend without officially dropping.
The Student Code of Conduct applies to all students who are on one of the Minnesota School of Construction Campuses or are participating in an off-campus Minnesota School of Construction sanctioned event or activity. Minnesota School of Construction is an educational institution, and each student is held accountable for his or her behavior as it relates to the freedom, rights, and safety of others or affects the learning atmosphere. The expectation is that students will conduct themselves in a safe and respectful manner. Specific unacceptable behaviors will serve as a basis for dismissal from the building, a behavior contract, termination or expulsion.
These may include, but are not limited to: poor attendance (see Attendance policy); possession of, or use of alcohol or illicit substances (see Alcohol and Other Drugs Policy); unsafe, disorderly or disruptive conduct (including attending school while knowingly ill); creating a negative classroom environment, whether intentionally or unintentionally; physical assault; threat of physical assault or sexual misconduct (See Sexual Misconduct Policy), including sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating or domestic violence or stalking (see Sexual Misconduct policy); bullying or hazing; theft or attempted theft; vandalism or willful property damage; trespassing or failure to heed a lawful order; academic dishonesty and fraud or willful misrepresentation. All acts of misconduct mentioned above are UNACCEPTABLE.
Immediate expulsion would be deemed appropriate in the case of imminent danger to others. It is at the staff member or instructor’s sole discretion to determine if a student’s behavior is unsafe, a danger to others, or creates a negative classroom environment. A student deemed unsafe, a danger to others, or creating a negative classroom environment may be asked to leave the campus. A student must comply with this request immediately, with or without explanation. All cases will be reviewed by the President of MSC for further action, including termination, as is warranted. Students are advised to report any violations of the Student Code of Conduct policy to an instructor or to the MSC President.
Students facing suspension or expulsion can request a formal conduct hearing by contacting the MSC President within two business days of receiving notice of the alleged conduct that violated the Student Code of Conduct summary. Students will be given written notice of the hearing’s date, time, and location, as well as the complaint, evidence, witnesses, and the nature of their testimony. Hearings can take place in-person or electronically, and the personal safety of all parties is considered. During the hearing, students have the right to:
Students will be informed in writing, prior to a Student Conduct hearing, of any alleged charges. Charges may be altered, changed, or removed during a hearing. Students will be informed of the alleged conduct that violated the Student Code of Conduct, in summary form. The concealment of involved individuals is not guaranteed but will be protected. Students will have the right to know if they are being accused of any misconduct and will be informed of any proceedings in an investigation process. Students are not required to participate in any misconduct proceedings.
REPORTING POLICIES
MSC is committed to investigating, resolving and preventing ANY Student Conduct Policy violation. MSC strongly encourages victims to tell an instructor or the MSC President of any misconduct they experience. MSC expects all students, volunteers, and instructors to notify MSC officials when they become aware of any misconduct. This ensures that victims will receive appropriate support. It also enables MSC to fulfill its commitment to prevent and address misconduct and to comply with applicable law.
If you believe that you have been harassed or have been subjected to offensive behavior, you should immediately bring your concerns to the attention of the school by reporting the behavior to a school official.
INVESTIGATIONS
Complaints will be promptly and carefully investigated. The school’s investigation will include interviews with the complainant, the student(s) and or employee(s) accused of engaging in harassing or offensive behavior and other potential witnesses. The school will treat complaints and the results of any investigation as confidential to the extent possible within the context of the investigation. Complete confidentiality cannot be guaranteed, as revelation of some reported information may be necessary for a complete investigation.
RETALIATION
Students are assured that they will be free from retaliation as a result of making a complaint under this policy. The school will not tolerate any retaliation or reprisal against any student who makes a complaint under this policy. QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS POLICY If you have any questions about your obligations under this policy or about making a complaint under this policy, please contact any School Official.
The use, possession, manufacturing, selling or distribution of alcoholic products is prohibited on campus, except as expressly permitted by law and College regulations. Individuals under the age of 21 years of age are not permitted to possess alcohol in the State of Minnesota.
Animals/PetsAnimals/pets are not permitted in school buildings.
Service animals and emotional support animals are permitted in school buildings however they must be vaccinated prior to the arrival of school. Students must also be able to provide requested documentation including animal medical records and supporting documentation from student providers indicating that a support animal is required.
Students are not permitted to engage in acts that disrupt normal school business. Examples of disruptions include but are not limited to:
School computer use must not violate any of the following: Examples of violations include but are not limited to:
Students are not permitted to possess drug paraphernalia on the school campus. Examples of drug paraphernalia includes but is not limited to items designed to consume/use illegal drugs:
The misuse, possession, selling or distribution of prescription drugs, as defined by local, state, and/or federal law is prohibited on campus. The use of medicinal cannabis is prohibited on campus.
Failure to ComplyGambling for money or other items of value on campus or at school-sponsored events is prohibited except as expressly permitted by the College and law.
HarassmentEngaging in act(s) or creating situations that intentionally or recklessly endanger the physical or mental health or safety of a student for the purpose of initiation. Examples of hazing activities include but are not limited to:
Sexual misconduct or harassment is prohibited on any of the school campuses. Students are encouraged to report any instance of sexual misconduct, harassment, or violence as soon as possible to school officials. Sexual violence is an intolerable intrusion into the most personal and private rights of an individual and is prohibited at Minnesota School of Construction. Minnesota School of Construction is committed to eliminating sexual violence in all forms and will take appropriate remedial action against any individual found responsible for acts in violation of this policy. Acts of sexual violence may also constitute violations of criminal or civil law that may require separate proceedings. To further its commitment against sexual violence, Minnesota School of Construction provides reporting options, an investigative and disciplinary process.
If any student is found in contempt of this policy, immediate dismissal will be resulted.
MSC has a zero-tolerance policy regarding theft of any school property, student property, or property not belonging to you. Violation of this policy will result in immediate expulsion.
VandalismMSC has a zero-tolerance policy regarding vandalism of any school property, student property, or any property not belonging to you. Violation of this policy will result in immediate expulsion.
Fee ScheduleProgram Total: $6,942
Residential Construction Performance Guidelines. For Professional Builders. Sixth Edition. NAHB Remodelers Carpentry and Construction. Sixth Edition. Miller, Rex A., Miller, Mark R.
The use of school facilities, supplies and equipment for personal business or financial gain is prohibited. Removal of equipment and supplies from school property is prohibited. All school facilities, supplies, and equipment must be used during normal class hours unless administratively pre-approved.
Course Outline - 12-week program (227 Hour Certification)What is residential construction? This course begins with providing students with the context of residential construction with an overview of the industry itself: where the industry comes from, size of projects, and the future of the industry. After completion of this course, students will have a broad understanding of those projects involving the construction, alteration, or repair of single-family houses or apartment buildings of no more than four floors in height.
This course will provide students with training on cognitive, avoidance, abatement, and prevention of safety and health hazards in the workplace in the construction industry. The objective of this course is to promote workplace safety and to make workers more knowledgeable about workplace hazards and their rights.
Students will learn about the safety of window installation, how to read window placement plans, and learn about materials required for proper window installation. After completion of this course, students will understand how to safely install residential windows.
Students will learn how to safely install residential doors such as patio doors, service doors, front residential doors, and will learn how to read door placement plans. Students will learn what materials are required for residential door installation. After completion of this course, students will understand how to properly install residential doors.
Students will learn how to properly install residential house wrap (Tyvek) including the safety of ladder operation, proper use of stinger and other required materials. Students will learn how to read job details. After completion of this course, students will understand how to properly install residential house wrap (Tyvek).
Students will have the opportunity to implement previously learned material through applying skills in a real-world setting. Setting will include a construction job site, where students will have the opportunity to install residential windows, doors, and house wrap (Tyvek) properly and safely. The residential construction practical will give students the full experience of a construction worker on a live or simulated construction site. The construction site will be an area or a piece of land where construction work is taking place. Students will understand how to properly install personal protective equipment, apply OSHA policy, and will have gained extensive knowledge of the construction job site protocols.
This course will walk students through the process of becoming a Minnesota Construction business owner. The instructor will introduce students to the MN Secretary of State webpage – where students will explore the many options of the type of business structures available, the requirements, and will learn how to apply for these. Students will know how to proceed with forming their own business entity.
Previous CreditMinnesota School of Construction does not accept previous credits earned from other institutions.
Complaint ProcedureA complaint must be in writing, be signed by a student and state how the school’s policies and procedures were violated. Student complaints shall be limited to complaints that occurred within six years from the date the concern should have been discovered with reasonable effort and after the student has utilized the school’s internal complaint process. Students do not have to utilize a school’s internal complaint process before the office has authority when the student is alleging fraud or misrepresentation. The office shall not investigate grade disputes, student conduct proceedings, disability accommodation requests, and discrimination claims, including Title IX complaints.
Internal Complaint ProcessIndividuals filing a complaint must do so in writing. The following information is required:
Minnesota School of Construction is licensed as a private career school with the Minnesota Office of Higher Education pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Sections
What is residential construction? This course begins with providing students with the context of residential construction with an overview of the industry itself: where the industry comes from, size of projects, and the future of the industry. After completion of this course, students will have a broad understanding of those projects involving the construction, alteration, or repair of single-family houses or apartment buildings of no more than four floors in height.
This course will provide students with training on cognitive, avoidance, abatement, and prevention of safety and health hazards in the workplace in the construction industry. The objective of this course is to promote workplace safety and to make workers more knowledgeable about workplace hazards and their rights.
Students will learn about the safety of window installation, how to read window placement plans, and learn about materials required for proper window installation. After completion of this course, students will understand how to safely install residential windows.
TBD Students will learn how to safely install residential doors such as patio doors, service doors, front residential doors, and will learn how to read door placement plans. Students will learn what materials are required for residential door installation. After completion of this course, students will understand how to properly install residential doors.
Students will learn how to properly install residential house wrap (Tyvek) including the safety of ladder operation, proper use of stinger and other required materials. Students will learn how to read job details. After completion of this course, students will understand how to properly install residential house wrap (Tyvek).
Students will have the opportunity to implement previously learned material through applying skills in a real-world setting. Setting will include a construction job site, where students will have the opportunity to install residential windows, doors, and house wrap (Tyvek) properly and safely. The residential construction practical will give students the full experience of a construction worker on a live construction site. The construction site will be an area or a piece of land where construction work is taking place. Students will understand how to properly install personal protective equipment, apply OSHA policy, and will have gained extensive knowledge of the construction job site protocols.
This course will walk students through the process of becoming a Minnesota Construction business owner. The instructor will introduce students to the MN Secretary of State webpage – where students will explore the many options of the type of business structures available, the requirements, and will learn how to apply for these. Students will know how to proceed with forming their own business entity.
Residential Construction Employment Opportunities Data:According to the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, Diverse workers will be critical to the industry’s survival and growth.
Construction has been an engine of job growth in Minnesota since 2011. The level of construction activity is an important indicator of economic conditions, with more construction and building permits indicative of a strong economy. Falling construction activity is usually deemed an early indicator of an economic downturn. Residential building permits is one indicator used in DEED’s Economic Index. This snapshot looks at how Construction has fared in Minnesota this year.
Construction is projected to grow 8.9 percent by 2026, according to DEED’s Employment Outlook data tool. The Construction workforce tends to be younger and male-dominated (87.6 percent male). In 2018, over 63 percent of Construction employees were age 19-44 years, compared to 59 percent for the private sector. Construction jobs generally require a high school diploma or post-secondary certificate for entry. As a result, educational attainment of construction employees is lower than across the private sector. Fifty-five percent of Minnesota’s Construction workforce has some college or more compared to 64 percent across the total workforce.
In August, 144,575 workers were employed in the Construction sector, or slightly under 5 percent of total non-farm employment. Over the year, Construction has grown faster than any other sector in Minnesota, up 5.5 percent in August. Construction in Minnesota has also outpaced the U.S. in over-the-year growth throughout 2019 (Figure 1).
Wages in Construction were far above average at $33.99 compared to $30.33 across all private sector jobs in August (Figure 2). Construction employees worked an average of 41.1 hours per week in August, in contrast to 34.1 hours across the private sector.
Looking at constituent industries, Residential Construction grew in all months of 2019, and most recently grew by 2.3 percent over-the-year in August. Heavy and Civil Engineering, which has had a mixed year so far, declined by 5.4 percent over-the-year in August. Specialty Trade Contractors has had unadjusted growth in jobs every month so far in 2019, with over-the-year growth of 9.4 percent in August.
While the outlook for Construction is positive, the sector is highly sensitive to business cycles. A recession would likely negatively affect Construction. Construction needs to diversify its workforce by recruiting more women and minorities to fill open positions during the tight labor market that Minnesota is experiencing. Diversifying the workforce will most certainly turn out to be a critical survival and growth strategy for Construction.
Academic and Administrative mechanisms planned for monitoring the quality of the program: Maintain data on number of graduates per quarter Documentation of Availability of externship sites: See Attached
Explore the thoughts of our alums and current students regarding the Minnesota School of Construction to learn more about the experiences you can have with us.
“Really like the academic culture here. Honestly did not expect a vocational school to be as official as a regular college campus. Definitely Recommend!”
“Admitting to the Minnesota School of Construction was essential for my construction career, and I have benefitted a lot from my time here. However, what’s worth mentioning the most is the nondiscriminatory rules and attitude. Being a woman in this industry is hard, but my teachers have proven to me that I can rise just as quickly as anyone.”
“The construction program at this school exceeded my expectations. The curriculum is well-structured, and the instructors are genuinely invested in the student's success. I was able to secure a job right after completing the program, and I couldn't be happier with my decision.”
“Enrolling in this construction school was the best decision I've made for my career. I’ve been a realtor getting hands-on training and knowledge from expert instructors helped me gain the confidence and skills needed to excel in the construction industry as well. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to kickstart a rewarding career.”
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