Start your homebuilding journey with Builders Academy’s 40-hour online Homebuilding course. This program is designed for homeowners, future owner-builders, and aspiring builders who want a clear, practical understanding of how homes are planned and built—from the ground up.
What you’ll learn (high-level topics)
This training covers core decisions that affect cost, quality, durability, and long-term performance, including:
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Soil considerations and when soil testing matters
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Choosing and evaluating a lot/site
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Foundations (types and selection)
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Framing fundamentals and common jobsite issues
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Energy efficiency concepts and best practices
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Planning, sequencing, and cost awareness to reduce surprises
Course includes
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40 hours of online training content
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6 weeks of online access (typical students can view content twice within this timeframe)
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Builders Academy Certificate of Completion upon meeting course requirements
Note: The Basic Homebuilding course does not include the Build Energy FFFREE Healthy Homes book, class notes, or estimating course.
If you want the full package with extended access and included materials, see Builder Boardroom (Advanced Homebuilding).
Access & Delivery Method
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Delivery: Online
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Access: 6 weeks
School Contact (Houston, TX)
Builder’s Academy, Inc.
7547 Hollister Street
Houston, TX 77040
Phone: (281) 558-4100
Email: Education@BuildersAcademy.com
View our class calendar:
https://www.buildersacademy.com/calender/
Private / Group Training:
Private classes and group pricing may be available. Please call (281) 558-4100 for details.
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