Construction Manager Certificate (CM81)
The Construction Manager Technical Certificate of Credit prepares students for entry-level Construction Management supervisory positions. Topics includes principles of accounting, estimating review, construction drafting, codes review, computerized scheduling, and construction contracting.
Employment Opportunities
Graduates of the Construction Manager certificate program will be prepared for employment as entry-level project managers, superintendents, and junior estimators.
Admissions Criteria
- Submit a completed application and application fee;
- Be at least 16 years of age;
- Submit official high school transcript or GED transcript;
- Submit official college transcripts, if applicable;
- Meet the following assessment requirements:
| Test |
Reading |
Writing |
Numerical |
Algebra |
| Accuplacer |
55 |
60 |
34 |
NA |
| Accuplacer (Next Gen) |
224 |
236 |
229 |
NA |
| Compass |
70 |
32 |
26 |
NA |
| SAT |
16 |
15 |
18 |
NA |
| SAT |
270 |
280 |
310 |
NA |
| ACT |
14 |
13 |
14 |
NA |
| ASSET |
37 |
38 |
32 |
NA |
| PSAT |
16 |
15 |
18 |
NA |
| GED |
NA |
145 |
145 |
NA |
| TABE |
461 |
NA |
442 |
NA |
Construction Manager Curriculum
The curriculum for the Construction Manager program is designed for the semester system. A student may enter the program any semester. To graduate, certificate-seeking students must earn a minimum of 15 semester credit hours. The program requires a minimum of 285 contact hours and generally takes 2 semesters to complete.
Program Courses
Occupational Courses (15 Credits)
Select one (3 Credits)
Program Costs
Tuition ($100 per credit hour): $1,500
Fees ($370 per semester): $740
Books/Supplies: $300
Liability Insurance: $10 per fiscal year
Course Supply Fees:
- COFC 1080 - $40
- CARP 1025 - $50
- CARP 1035 - $50
- CARP 1055 - $75
(Costs are estimates and are subject to change.)