The program is designed to connect participants to viable career pathways, including licensed residential building, real estate sales, construction management, real estate development, and the skilled trades. Whether a participant is exploring options or ready to commit to a direction, the Accelerator provides the clarity and credentials to move forward.

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Students learn from developers and construction professionals who have contributed to over $2 billion in projects. Three active Detroit-area developments are used as case studies every week. Students finish the program by presenting a complete development plan to an industry panel.

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8 weeks. Real projects. Real professionals.

Students learn alongside their CTE instructors from developers and construction professionals who have contributed to over $2 billion in projects. Three active Detroit-area developments are used as case studies every week. Students finish the program by presenting a complete development plan to an industry panel.

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The pilot launched in partnership with Detroit Public Schools Community District at Randolph Career & Technical Center — and the program is built to scale to any district with a CTE pathway.

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CTE-Aligned and Credential-Connected

The program is aligned to Architecture & Construction, Finance, and Marketing career clusters. Students are assessed weekly, evaluated by an industry panel using a structured rubric, and connected to four Michigan-specific credential pathways: Licensed Residential Builder, Real Estate Salesperson, College Construction Management, and College Real Estate Development — each with step-by-step licensing roadmaps.

The curriculum includes a proprietary student textbook, branded instructional materials, and a complete assessment package designed to complement district CTE instruction.

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Designed and delivered by Fodeia Group in partnership with New Hope Community Development and Equity Alliance of Michigan.

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