Project-based courses that teach hands-on skills, confidence, and problem-solving—without leaving home
I’m a homeschool dad and contractor who has spent years teaching my own teens the trades. From building furniture to tackling real repair jobs, I’ve seen firsthand how learning these skills gives young people confidence and independence.
Contractor Academy was born out of that same passion—to pass down practical skills to the next generation. Whether your teen dreams of a trade career or just wants to be more capable at home, these courses give them the know-how to measure, cut, build, and solve problems for life.
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Hands-on, project-based online courses in carpentry, construction math, and building fundamentals—created for teens, by a homeschool dad and contractor.”
Perfect for homeschool use.
Counts towards high school credit.
Designed by a homeschool dad to make construction skills simple and practical
🔨 Hands-On Learning: Build real projects step-by-step.
🧰 Beginner Friendly: No prior experience needed.
🏗️ Life Skills: Confidence, teamwork, and problem-solving.
👨👩👧 Homeschool Friendly: Flexible, affordable, and parent-approved.
"My son learned so much confidence and can now read blueprints!”."
"This was the perfect introduction to real construction skills!"
Safe, structured, and homeschool-credit ready.
A homeschool dad with 20+ years in construction, passionate about passing on real-world skills.
Counts as 0.5 elective credit (10 weeks, ~6 hrs/week). Flexible pacing—go faster or slower as needed.
Tool safety, measuring, cutting, joining, and finishing—through hands-on projects like a stool, crate, and display board.
Just basic, affordable hand tools (list provided). No prior experience necessary.
100% online with video demos, step-by-step guides, and printable project plans.
Give your teen the skills and confidence to work with their hands.