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Construction Fundamentals: How to Replace Your Windows

Construction Fundamentals: How to Replace Your Windows

 

 

Construction Fundamentals: How to Replace Your Windows
Class Begins: September 22nd
Class Ends: October 15th
Class Meets: T/Th 5pm - 8pm
Total Hours: 16 hrs 
Tuition: $450 (all supplies and materials are included)

Instructor: Frans van de Ven

Class Description:

Construction Fundamentals: Everything you need to know to replace your windows yourself.

Gain the confidence and practical skills to install replacement windows like a pro in this 16-hour, hands-on construction course. Led by experienced contractor Frans van de Ven, you'll learn industry best practices for safe, energy-efficient window installation while working with professional tools in a real shop environment. Whether you're a homeowner looking to save on renovations, a DIY enthusiast, or interested in exploring the construction trades, this course will give you the foundation to tackle window replacement with confidence.

What You'll Learn:

  • Safely use professional tools and understand proper jobsite safety practices.
  • Measure, remove, and install replacement windows using industry-standard techniques.
  • Flash, seal, and insulate windows for long-lasting, energy-efficient performance.
  • Finish the project with interior and exterior trim while avoiding common installation mistakes. 

Poster for HACTC Adult Education: Learn How to Replace Your Windows, with hands-on training.

Financial Assistance for tuition may be available for qualifying individuals and qualifying classes such as welding, LNA, electrical, business classes etc.

VT Residents please reach out to Vermont Student Assistance Corporation, Stacey King at VSAC king@vsac.org for potential, (non-degree grant) funding. 100% tuition assistance may be available.

NH Residents please reach out to New Hampshire Charitable Foundation, Jessica Kierstead at jek@nhcf.org for potential non-degree and two year degree funding. 100% tuition assistance may be available. (Check out this step by step approach to the NH Charitable Foundation Scholarship.)

Hartford High School students and graduates and Lebanon High School students and graduates please reach out to New Hampshire Charitable Foundation, Jessica Kierstead at jek@nhcf.org

VT DOL, VT Vocational Rehabilitation and your employer may also be able to provide tuition assistance.

Enrollment is confirmed only upon payment or verified financial assistance. Classes are filled on a first-paid, first-accepted basis—registration alone does not guarantee a spot unless payment is made with a credit or debit card at the time of registration. Students seeking scholarship funding should apply immediately after registering. Those who have not secured payment or confirmed funding will be moved to the waitlist. Financial assistance approved prior to the start of class will be considered as payment, provided space is still available. Most financial awards remain valid for six months and may be applied to a future course of the same content. Refunds are issued only if a class is canceled.

Are you interested in learning more about the HACTC Adult Education program?  Fill out this contact form and we will contact you with updated programming information.

Alternately, you can reach out to Jennifer Opalinski, Director of Adult Education at (802) 359-4752 or via email.