Ironworker NCCER
Ironworker NCCER
Turn your drive and work ethic into a career that builds Southeast Texas — at no cost to you*. LSCPA's Ironworker NCCER program gives you the practical training and industry-recognized credentials to start a real construction career fast. In this free course, you'll earn your NCCER CORE certification plus NCCER Ironworker Level 1 and 2. Even better, top performing graduates will be offered an apprenticeship with Bechtel on the Port Arthur LNG project. From your first lesson to your certification, you'll build the skills that prepare you for a meaningful career — close to home.
* This is a grant-funded class and tuition and fees are paid for those who are eligible.
NCCER Certifications
NCCER is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) education foundation created in 1996 as The National Center for Construction Education and Research. It was developed with the support of more than 125 construction CEOs and various association and academic leaders who united to revolutionize training for the construction industry. Sharing the common goal of developing a safe and productive workforce, these companies created a standardized training and credentialing program for the industry. This progressive program has evolved into curricula for more than 70 craft areas and a complete series of more than 70 assessments offered in over 4,000 NCCER-accredited training and assessment locations across the United States.
Top Careers in Ironworking
A career in ironworking puts you at the core of every major construction project. Bridges, plants, and large structures all depend on skilled ironworkers who know how to build strong and build safe. You'll learn the fundamentals of the trade, the safety practices the industry relies on, and the hands-on skills that get the job done. Your training prepares you to step straight into one of the region's most in-demand fields.
Ironworking skills open doors across the construction industry. As a trained ironworker with NCCER credentials, you'll be ready for the high-demand work that keeps Southeast Texas growing. And for those who finish at the top of the class, the path leads even further: an apprenticeship with Bechtel on the Port Arthur LNG project, one of the largest construction efforts in the region.
The pay reflects the demand. In the Beaumont–Port Arthur area, structural iron and steel workers earn about $57,220 a year on average, with the bottom 10% earning around $42,670 and the top 10% reaching about $71,800. Across Texas, workers average roughly $52,240 a year, ranging from about $42,160 at the low end to $77,520 or more for the most experienced. With training and an NCCER credential, you can step into this high-demand trade and start earning a steady paycheck close to home.
Schedule a Meeting
Ready to learn more? Our Workforce and Continuing Education team can walk you through
the program, prerequisites, and funding options.
Space is limited — call today.
Joanna "Jo" Stanford
Workforce Development, Wagner-Peyser Grant Coordinator
Phone: 409-984-6581
Email: jstanford@lamarpa.edu
Brent Rozell
Executive Director of Workforce & Continuing Education
LOCATION
Phone: 409-984-6535
Email: rozellbh@lamarpa.edu
Program Information
The LSCPA Ironworker NCCER program is built to move with you — toward your credential and the job you want. As workforce career training, it gives you a fast, no-cost start without years of classroom time. Here's how the program sets you up for success:
- Start with the core. You'll begin with NCCER CORE, building a strong foundation in the fundamentals and safety practices every ironworker needs.
- Build real skills. You'll earn NCCER Ironworker Level 1 and 2, gaining the hands-on training that gets steel set and structures built.
- Train for free. This is a grant-funded class, so tuition and fees are paid for those who are eligible — no debt standing between you and a better career.
- Earn an industry credential. You'll work toward NCCER certification, a standard recognized by employers across the construction industry.
- Open the door to an apprenticeship. Upon successful completion, top performing graduates will be offered an apprenticeship with Bechtel on the Port Arthur LNG project.
With job-ready skills and an NCCER credential, you can step into the workforce quickly and keep building a career on a timeline that fits your goals.
What is the Ironworker NCCER program at LSCPA?
The program is workforce training that prepares you for a career in construction. In this free course, you'll earn NCCER CORE along with NCCER Ironworker Level 1 and 2. It's practical, career-focused training designed to get you job-ready and working in a high-demand field.
Is this a college degree program?
No. This is workforce and continuing education training that leads to industry-recognized credentials, not an academic degree. It's designed to help you build practical construction skills and start working quickly — close to home.
How much does it cost?
This is a grant-funded class. Tuition and fees are paid for those who are eligible, so you can train for a new career without taking on debt.
What will I earn in the program?
You'll earn industry-recognized NCCER credentials, including:
- NCCER CORE
- NCCER Ironworker Level 1
- NCCER Ironworker Level 2
Who can apply?
To apply, you must:
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Have a valid Texas driver's license
- Successfully complete a drug screen
- Be proficient in speaking and writing English
- Interview and meet Bechtel hiring requirements
What is the Bechtel apprenticeship opportunity?
Upon successful completion of the course, top performing graduates will be offered an apprenticeship with Bechtel on the Port Arthur LNG project — a chance to put your new skills to work on one of the region's largest construction efforts.
What is NCCER certification?
NCCER is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) education foundation created in 1996 as The National Center for Construction Education and Research. It was developed with support from more than 125 construction CEOs along with association and academic leaders, who united to create a standardized training and credentialing program for the construction industry. Today, NCCER offers curricula for more than 70 craft areas and more than 70 assessments through over 4,000 accredited training and assessment locations across the United States.
Why does an NCCER credential matter?
NCCER credentials are recognized by employers across the country. Earning one shows you've met a trusted industry standard, which helps you stand out and start your career on solid ground.
When does the program start?
Start dates are listed when you apply. Select the Apply Now button to see the current list of start dates and find the schedule that works for you.
How do I get started?
Take the first step today. Space is limited, so reach out to Jo Stanford at 409-984-6581 or jstanford@lamarpa.edu to learn more and find out how to apply — one clear step at a time, close to home.
The LSCPA Advantage
Ready to turn your work ethic into a career you can count on? Your path in ironworking starts at LSCPA. This free workforce training program gives you a strong foundation — and sets you up to enter a high-demand field with confidence.
At LSCPA, you learn from instructors who know the trade and care about your success. You'll start with NCCER CORE, then earn NCCER Ironworker Level 1 and 2, building real, hands-on skills that employers need. Best of all, this is a grant-funded class, so tuition and fees are paid for those who are eligible. And for top performing graduates, the program opens the door to an apprenticeship with Bechtel on the Port Arthur LNG project.
By the end of the program, you'll have more than training. You'll have job-ready skills and an industry-recognized NCCER credential that opens doors in construction across the region and beyond. It's affordable, career-focused training that meets you where you are — and prepares you for wherever you want to build your future.