RCASoCal announced launch of WorkForce Development

Supporting workforce development in Southern California.

Roofing Contractors Association of Southern California (RCASoCal) is proud to help establish and provide support for roofing installation training with two important CTE programs*. First at the high school level through SkillsUSA, then postsecondary level beginning with the Baldwin Park Adult and Community Education (BPACE) located in Baldwin Park, California.   

With a generous endowment from Baldwin Park-based Highland Commercial Roofing and HCI Equity Partners, RCASoCal was able to establish a workforce development fund dedicated to supporting these two important programs. 

Additionally, in May the RCASoCal added to this fund with the donations raised at its Clays for a Cause clay shooting event, and it will be the primary fundraising event supporting this new initiative going forward. 

Our goals for the SkillsUSA program are to introduce roofing in school districts in each of the counties we serve. Our support will consist of help with contractor mentorship, hands-on materials, tools and financial backing for the students to attend the state and national competitions. Our first contribution was at the April 2024 State SkillsUSA Competition in Ontario, California where we witnessed the first roofing students in the state (from Kern County) compete. RCASoCal contributed to the expenses for the winner get to Atlanta to represent California in the national competition.

With BPACE, our efforts so far have been to find qualified roofing professionals to teach roofing classes. They will offer a first in the state CTE roofing course offered at a nationally recognized school in Los Angeles County. We will be assisting with the tools, equipment and supplies needed for the classrooms plus helping with opportunities for special presentations. Once classes begin this October, this pilot program can be rolled out to educational centers throughout California.  Our financial support will extend to scholarships for roofing education at this school. 

Motivated by this sobering statistic, “For every five that retire from the roofing industry only two are replaced,” RCASoCal’s goal going forward is to use our workforce development resources to expose more students to the opportunities the roofing industry has to offer. 

To help with this initiative please contact RCASoCal to support workforce development with mentorship, donations of tools, equipment, supplies and financial support. 

We are so excited to help bring roofing industry education and respect to Southern California and joining the country with recognition for our great industry.  

About Baldwin Park Adult and Community Education (BPACE) earned national recognition from the Council for Opportunity in Education for its exceptional workforce partnerships, high job placement rates and commitment to educational excellence. 

About SkillsUSA 

SkillsUSA is the number one development organization for the trades. As the premier showcase of America’s most highly skilled career and technical education students, the SkillsUSA Championship is one of the largest hands-on workforce development events in the world. SkillsUSA is organized around regional, state and national contests that encourage the best from participating industry leaders, students and instructors. 

About Roofing Contractors Association of Southern California (RCASoCal) 

Established in 1936 RCASoCal has been raising the level of professionalism of our local Roofing Industry by keeping our members well informed and by helping them comply with rules and regulations affecting their businesses, their employees and their customers; and in supporting the education, health and safety of our members. 

What is CTE 

CTE in high school: High school CTE programs often involve a sequence of courses that provide students with coherent and rigorous content, preparing them for postsecondary education or careers.  

CTE in postsecondary education: Post-high school CTE programs can lead to credentials like industry-recognized certifications, or customized training for specific employers.