Building Education in Advanced Mass Timber (BEAM)
Get in touch
- Julie Puris, Program Manager
- envelope Email: beam@pcc.edu
Launch your career in sustainable building — enroll in BEAM. This entry-level, 60-hour, two-week intensive training experience introduces you to mass timber, an emerging industry in the Pacific Northwest. BEAM provides hands-on skills development, industry exposure, and insight into career opportunities.
After successfully completing the program, participants earn a PCC Trades Safety micro-credential that includes OSHA 10, First Aid/CPR, and Forklift certification, which are essential certifications in mass timber, construction and manufacturing sectors
This program is funded by a grant so offered at no cost to you!
Program Highlights include:
- Introduction to mass timber and construction sector
- Safe use of hand and power tools
- Communication, teamwork, and time management
- Career pathways in carpentry and advanced manufacturing
- Real-world exposure through site visits and industry speakers
- Crafting a resume and preparing for an interview
- PCC Trades Safety micro-credential
- Connection to Clean Energy Career Coaches
Upcoming Opportunities
Information Sessions
Tuesday, February 3 from 2pm–3pm, in-person at Swan Island Trade Center
or Tuesday, February 10 from 12:30pm–1:30pm online via Zoom
Register here
Cohort dates
March 9–20, Monday through Friday, 9am–4pm at PCC Swan Island Trade Center
Screening considerations
Prior experience with carpentry is not required to participate in this program. However,
we are seeking candidates who want to work in construction/manufacturing as a career
and want to learn about career roles in Mass Timber.
To be eligible for this class, you must be able to work in the U.S., have intermediate English skills, and be able to attend all 10 days of training.
To apply, complete this interest form by February 16, 2026
Courses
Introduction to Mass Timber Fundamentals
This course introduces the essential skills required for entry-level positions in the mass timber construction sector. It provides hands-on skill development, industry exposure, and insight into career opportunities within this fast-growing, sustainable building field.
Coyne First Aid/CPR for Trades (CEU 925P)
Introduction to the prevention and initial care for the emergency moving of injured patients, including cardiac emergencies. Equips participants with life-saving first aid and CPR skills tailored for trade environments.
Forklift, Safety & Code (CEU 3168)
This skills training course is designed to help industrial lift operators drive safer, smarter, and more skillfully while following laws and regulations. Successful participants will earn Forklift Training Certification and be able to follow all related code and safety regulations.
OSHA 10-Hour Safety Training (CEU 3996)
Focuses on recognizing, avoiding, and preventing common workplace hazards, understanding workers’ rights, and knowing employer responsibilities under OSHA standards.Completion results in an OSHA 10-Hour Construction Outreach card from the U.S. Department of Labor.
Trades Safety Micro-Credential
Complete Coyne First Aid/CPR for Trades, Forklift Safety & Code, and OSHA 10-Hour Safety Training to qualify for a Micro-Credential Certificate of Completion.
Generous funding provided by the U.S. Economic Development Administration, Build Back Better
Regional Challenge grant program.
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