Colleges struggle to meet demand for construction training
AI Article Summary
A recent survey reveals that over half of colleges in England have waiting lists for construction courses for the 2025/26 academic year, reflecting a heightened demand and ongoing capacity issues. Fifty-six percent of the institutions reported this backlog, indicating a growing interest in construction-related education amidst constraints.
What This Means for Canadian Contractors
For Canadian builders, this means closely monitoring international education trends could provide insights into labor shortages. Addressing similar demands domestically may require increased investment in educational facilities and programs to avoid future supply chain issues due to skilled labor shortages. This project shows how proactive planning in education could ease potential bottleneck effects in the future.
