About the Certified Healthcare Builder Program

Each participant will be challenged and supported through a mix of presentations, individual assignments, and office hours to ensure assignments are fully understood and completed. As AI eases our access to standards and information, the program is designed to train you to prevent and solve complex problems that AI tools cannot.  Program Options Include: Standard Structure (Book Desired Course Timing Online):   - Six Week Program Centered Around a Provided Sample Project   - Six 1.5 Hour Weekly Pre-Recorded Presentations   - Six Assignments/Quizzes to Reinforce Concepts from Presentations   - Six Live Online Weekly Office Hours to Support Trainees with Assignments and Difficult Concepts (Morning and Afternoon Option Available to support different schedules and time zones)   - 20 Hours +/- TOTAL time commitment over the length of the course Available Alternate Structures for Group Bookings Only (5-10 persons).  Contact [email protected] to book your group:  1. 100% Live Online.  Matches the standard structure but with all live online presentations and available customizations to cater assignments to a group's upcoming project 2. One Week Fast Tack Option (Online).  Matches the standard structure but with presentations/office hours every day for one week and a self paced module pre-requisite 3. Two Day In Person Option with online supplementation before/after to cover the same content See below for more information on content

Meet Your Instructor, Jake Braford

Jake has led 55 successful Healthcare Renovation turnovers at 12 facilities in 6 different Health Systems in the State of Virginia during his 19 years in the industry.  Jake is passionate about keeping patients safe while maintaining quality and schedule on Healthcare Renovations.  In 2025, Jake was one of 7 national nominees for the prestigious HCA Design and Construction Partnering award.  Jake has led presentations at the 2024 Annual VSHE conference, the HCA Annual Design and Construction Conference, the Advancing Prefabrication in Construction conference, and delivered ICRA 2.0 training at a VSHE meeting.  Jake has transitioned into a full time training role with the Institute for Technical Builders in order to share his passion for patient safety during hospital construction projects.

Real Stories, Real Results

Discover how our program is transforming healthcare builders' careers and projects.

Thank you, Jake, it was my pleasure to have the chance to go through the class with you. BRC will be In touch to have more employees attend as we grow. We will highly recommend your class to everyone we know.
Chris Sturrock

Project Executive Broad Reach Construction New York

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I’ve worked with Jake on multiple projects and attended the pilot Certified Healthcare Builder program. As my PX, he demonstrated strong expertise in healthcare renovations. Although he has followed the PM/PX career path, he consistently takes the time to view projects from a superintendent’s perspective, ensuring they are both cost-effective and buildable. I found the CHB program highly valuable and would recommend it to both new employees and seasoned professionals in healthcare construction as a resource to strengthen their builder knowledge.
Christian L.

Lead Superintendent

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Thank you for the certificate and for all the support throughout the training.  Your effort and dedication to the program really showed, and I’m grateful for the experience.
Delanie

Project Engineer Richmond, VA

Jake's work content is nothing short of oustanding.  He approaches each task with meticulous attention to detail and a drive for excellence, ensuring that results consistently exceed expectations.  His ability to handle complex assignments and adapt to changing demands speaks volumes about his professionalism and expertise...I wholeheartedly recommend Jake Braford for any opportunity, confident that he will continue to excel and positively impact those around him.
Robert Belcher

Operations Manager Gilbane

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I was lucky to be part of the first session of of the Certified Healthcare Builder Program. It was a great program with very informative lessons and assignments.
Connor B.

Project Manager

Module 1 - Intro to Healthcare Construction

- Patient Safety at the Core of Each Section - Understanding of owner needs including patient safety/satisfaction - Review of Sample Project and Introduction to all MEP systems - Assignment: Self Review of MEP Systems (Links will be provided)

Module 2 - Infection Prevention in Renovations

Importance of Infection Prevention during Construction Projects - Overview of ICRA Standards and ICRA Plans - Deep Dive on ICRA Barriers, Negative Air Machines, and Best Practices - Assignment: Develop ICRA Plan including drawings/calculations

Module 3 - Cut/Cap/Make Safe/Demolition

- Infection Prevention during the potentially dangerous demolition phase - Pitfalls to look out for during cut/cap/make safe - Communications/Coordination with the Hospital during this critical phase - Assignment: Develop a utility interruption checklist and conduct a phasing review

Module 4 - Architectural and Structural

- Infection Prevention associated with architectural and structural assemblies - Lessons learned with unique architectural/structural assemblies in Healthcare - Assignment: RTU Steel and Occupied Corridor Finishes Schedule

Module 5 - MEP Systems

- Basics of Controls, Air Handling Units, and other mechanical systems - Basics of Electrical components and Coordination Studies - Low voltage systems - Assignment: Develop an MOP for the RTU Tie In

Module 6 - TAB, Commissioning, and Closeout

- Infection prevention as you finish a phase - TAB, Commissioning, and Closeout Overview - Assignment: Final Assessment to Verify Understanding of all concepts

Immersive Learning Experience

Challenging yet supportive program with a mix of presentations, assignments based on a sample project, and personalized support to train builders to protect patients and staff during construction and for the life cycle of hospital renovations.

Live Support from Instructor

Certified Healthcare Building Trainings feature presentations and live office hours to ensure trainees remain supported and engaged through all six modules.

Patient Safety Focus

Infection Prevention goes well beyond barriers and negative air machines.  The CHB program also incorporates life cycle infection prevention into cut/cap/make safe/demolition, architectural, structure, MEP, TAB, and Commissioning.

Program Curriculum

8 Chapters · 39 Lessons

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    1. Module 1.1 Presentation - Certified Healthcare Builder Overview Free preview
    2. Office Hours Explanation Free preview
    3. CHB Preview Quiz Free preview
    4. Assignments Explanation Free preview
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      1st Live Office Hours (Morning Option) - 9/3/26 7:30AM-9:00AM EDT

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      1st Live Office Hours (Afternoon Option) - 9/3/26 3PM-4:30 PM EDT

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      2nd Live Office Hours (Morning Option) - 9/10/26 7:30AM-9:00AM EDT

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      2nd Live Office Hours (Afternoon Option) - 9/10/26 3PM-4:30 PM EDT

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      3rd Live Office Hours (Morning Option) - 9/17/26 7:30AM-9:00AM EDT

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      3rd Live Office Hours (Afternoon Option) - 9/17/26 3PM-4:30 PM EDT

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      4th Live Office Hours (Morning Option) - 9/24/26 7:30AM-9:00AM EDT

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      4th Live Office Hours (Afternoon Option) - 9/24/26 3PM-4:30 PM EDT

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      5th Live Office Hours (Morning Option) - 10/1/26 7:30AM-9:00AM EDT

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      5th Live Office Hours (Afternoon Option) - 10/1/26 3PM-4:30 PM EDT

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      6th Live Office Hours (Morning Option) - 10/8/26 7:30AM-9:00AM EDT

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      6th Live Office Hours (Afternoon Option) - 10/8/26 3PM-4:30 PM EDT

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      7th Live Office Hours (Morning Option) - 10/15/26 7:30AM-9:00AM EDT

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      7th Live Office Hours (Afternoon Option) - 10/15/26 3PM-4:30 PM EDT

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      Module 1.2 Presentation: Introduction to Healthcare Construction Part 1 of 2

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      Module 1.3 Presentation: Introduction to HC Construction Part 2

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      Module 1 Quiz

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      Review of Links to Learn MEP Systems Before Beginning Other Sessions

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      Sample Project Drawings - PDF for Assignments for Modules 2-5

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      Module 2.1 Presentation: Infection Prevention in Healthcare Renovations Part 1 of 2

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      Module 2.2 Presentation: Infection Prevention in Healthcare Renovations Part 2

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      Module 2 Quiz

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      Module 2 Assignment: ICRA Form and Plan

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      Module 3 Presentation: Cut/Cap/Make Safe and Demolition in Healthcare Renovations

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      Module 3 Quiz

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      Module 3 Assignment: Utility Interruption List and Phasing Review

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      Module 4 Presentation: Architectural and Structural Assemblies in Healthcare Renovations

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      Module 4 Quiz

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      Module 4 Assignment: RTU Steel Install Sequence and Corridor Finishes Sequence

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      Module 5 Presentation: MEP Systems in Healthcare Renovations

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      Module 5 Quiz

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      Module 5 Assignment: RTU Tie In

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      Module 6 Presentation: TAB, Commissioning, and Closeout in Healthcare Renovations

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      Module 6 Quiz

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      Module 6 Assignment: Final Assessment

Ready to Transform Your Healthcare Construction Skills?

Enroll now to access expert-led sessions, personalized assignments, and practical training that will elevate your healthcare renovation capabilities.  Group discount codes available! If the standard course structure available doesn't meet your group's needs, contact Jake Braford for alternative program structures and a custom course can be created for your group.

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