ABOUT US

WHY IS RESIDENTIAL BUILDERS PROPRIETARY SCHOOL, LLC A GREAT PLACE TO LEARN?

Dynamic instructor Great learning environment
Opportunity for hands-on training with some courses
Accessible location near major highways
Tuition/ materials assistance available with affordable payment plans
Smaller group courses to provide for in-depth instructor-student learning ratio
Employment assistance opportunities

MISSION STATEMENT

Residential Builders Proprietary School, LLC, (RBPS, LLC) provides access to quality training to those interested in a career in the various residential carpentry and construction fields. This training offers a pathway to career opportunities for the next generation of residential builders, to earn a paycheck that can support a family, and to become an asset of great service to their communities.

Residential Builders Proprietary School, LLC is a dynamic organization known for its casual, team-oriented learning environment. We provide opportunities for career growth to students at all levels. In addition, Residential Builders Proprietary School, LLC offers tuition assistance and affordable payment plans.

Our school is located in Ypsilanti, Michigan. If you’re looking for residential building courses in an extraordinary school environment, Residential Builders Proprietary School, LLC is the place for you! RBPS, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Educational Facility.

STAFF

TESTIMONIALS

“Great and informative course at Residential Builders Proprietary School, LLC! The school is built on the belief that the students are the key to their own success.”
-Edward,
Student
 
“The opportunities for growth beyond Residential Builders Proprietary School, LLC are tremendous. Students look forward to having a career, not just a job.”
-April,
Entrepreneur
 
“Residential Builders Proprietary School, LLC cares about the students. The support that I’ve received during course instruction has been incredible.”
-Michael,
Student

MEET OUR INSTRUCTOR

Myron Jenkins, instructor/owner, has over 42 years as a licensed residential construction contractor; a skilled trade’s craftsman, specializing in residential carpentry.
Mr. Jenkins brings extensive knowledge and experience in all facets of construction and project management for residential and commercial developments. These include effective analytical and problem-solving skills which exhibit professionalism and dedication to the students. Awarded 1993 Contractor of the Year by MSHDA, Lansing, MI and the 1997 Certificate of Appreciation from Habitat for Humanity.

COURSES

COURSE(S) OVERVIEW

Residential Builders Proprietary School, LLC offers several courses designed to meet the needs of all our students:
• 60-Hour Pre-Licenseure Course for Michigan a residential Builder and Maintenance & Alteration Contractor License
• Carpentry: 2-Year Course in Continuing Education Specializing in
Carpentry for Residential Builder, Maintenance and Alteration Contractors (Starting Soon)
• General Laborer Course (Starting Soon)
For information on open courses or to submit your course application,
please call
Contact us Now! Text (734) 972-9851 Or Call the office (734) 487-8770.
REGISTER TODAY! More classes being added in near future.

COURSE OVERVIEW

Registration For ONLINE
Construction Training Course

60-Hour Pre-Licensure Course for Michigan

You can now take this course entirely online at your own pace! Register Below

 

Registration Open Now For
Online Construction Training Course

60-Hour Pre-Licensure Course for Michigan

Residential Builder, Maintenance, and Alterations, Contractor License

 

SOME TOPICS COVERED:

• Michigan Residential Codes
• Plan Reading and Blueprints
• MIOSHA
• Masonry and Quality Concrete
• Carpentry
• Builder’s Math
• Contracts, Liability, and Risk Management

 

FOR MORE INFORMATION: TEXT (734) 972-9851 or CALL THE OFFICE (734) 487-8770

CARPENTRY COURSE

Registration Open Now For
1-Year Carpentry Training Course

 

1 YEAR CARPENTRY COURSE START DATE:

Starting 2022 (The Day and Time of Class TBD)

CLASS LOCATION IS AT:

20118 Schoolcraft Rd., Detroit, MI 48223

 

 

CARPENTRY

Continuing Education Specializing in Carpentry for Residential Builder, Maintenance and Alteration Contractors

The 1-year Carpentry course is for those students who would like more in-depth knowledge and training within residential carpentry. This course will provide additional residential builder construction and is taught for a different level of experience.

The 4 semester time frame (13 weeks each semester) will provide instructional classroom and hands-on knowledge; especially when learning about the correct, safe way to use carpentry tools, ability to read blueprints and how to be focused while on the job site, etc.

 

 

FOR MORE INFORMATION: TEXT (734) 972-9851 or CALL THE OFFICE (734) 487-8770

SOME TOPICS COVERED:

• Hand Tools
• Power Tools
• Rough Frame Construction
• Interior Finish /Part A: Wall, Ceiling, Trim
• Interior Finish /Part B: Cabinets, Countertops, Stairs
• Building Design and Blueprint Reading

 

GENERAL LABOR

Registration Open Now For
12 Weeks Construction General Labor Course

 

12 WEEK CONSTRUCTION GENERAL LABOR COURSE START DATE:

Starting Soon (The Day and Time of Class TBD)

CLASS LOCATION IS AT:

20118 Schoolcraft Rd., Detroit, MI 48223

 

 

CONSTRUCTION GENERAL LABOR

Instructional education for the entry-level general laborer for residential building construction and maintenance.

The 12 Week Construction General Labor course is for those students who newer to the building industry and have the desire to learn more specifics in layman’s terms so they can make a better informed decision should they select a specialized field within the residential building environment. This course is taught for entry-level type of experience.

The 1 semester time frame (12 weeks) will provide instructional classroom and hands-on knowledge.

 

 

FOR MORE INFORMATION: TEXT (734) 972-9851 or CALL THE OFFICE (734) 487-8770

SOME TOPICS COVERED:

• Job Duties and Tasks
• On-Site Work Responsibilities
   -Cement Work
   -Facilitation
   -Maintenance
   -Painting
   -Power Tools
• MIOSHA and Safety

 

 

REGISTER/ENROLL

Click Link Below to download or print a copy of registration form:

60 hour Registration form

Note: Registration is NOT complete until Non-Refundable $50 Registration fee is paid below..

60-Hour Pre-License Online Course for Michigan
Residential Builder and Maintenance & Alteration Contractor License 

 

Course Fee: $600.00
Registration Fee (non-refundable): $50.00
Total:  $650.00

Select the option below if you require a payment plan

NOTE: Completion of all installment plan payments is required to receive state certification. Please contact the instructor at 734-972-9851 for further details.

Payment Plan: Three (3) installments of $200.00 each.

  • (Those choosing registration only) First installment due before the first (1st) class.
  • Second installment due by end of fourth (4th) week of course.
  • Third installment due by end of seventh (7th) week of course.

Book Fees: You can choose to purchase the following books yourself on Amazon (by clicking title below) or elect purchase them from another new or used book retailer.

2015 Michigan Residential Code: 

Carpentry & Building Construction, Student Edition, 2016:

Modern Masonry: Brick, Block, Stone

12 Week Construction General Labor Course

COURSE REGISTRATION FORM

 

PHONE: (734) 972-9851 
FAX: (734) 487-8771 
Email: RBPschool@yahoo.com

 

Payment in US dollars is required prior to start of the course via bank cashier’s check or money order only (In person class only).

Residential Builder’s Proprietary School, LLC

Attn: Registration Dept.

20118 Schoolcraft

Detroit, MI 48226

Select the box below if you require a payment plan

NOTE: Completion of all installment plan payments is required to receive state certification. Please contact the instructor at 734-972-9851 for further details.

Payment Plan: Three (3) installments of $200.00 each.

  • (Those choosing Registration Only) First installment due before the first (1st) class.
  • Second installment due by end of fourth (4th) week of course.
  • Third installment due by end of seventh (7th) week of course.

Student Information:

Payment Options (Registration is NOT complete until Non-Refundable $50 Registration fee is paid below).

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*By clicking “Pay Now” and submitting payment on the next page you are agreeing to RBPS Terms of Agreement outlined below.

Registration Fee

Residential Builders Proprietary School, LLC (RBPS)
Terms of Agreement

REGISTRATION FEE: A student’s registration fee (non-refundable) $50.00 and $600.00 pays for the online instructional course only. All books and materials required for class participation will be the student’s responsibility. These books and/or materials will be made available for purchase.

REFUND POLICY: A nonrefundable application registration fee of not more than $50.00 will be retained by the school. All tuition and fees paid by the applicant shall be refunded if requested within three business days after signing a contract with the school. The tuition paid by the student shall be refunded if the student is denied enrollment by RBPS. All refunds shall be returned within 30 days. Once the three business days have elapsed the following policy(s) will apply.

  • If a student is unable to attend the class they registered for, they can register for the same class on a different date from the RBPS, at no additional cost.
  • The student will have one calendar year to make up the class or series of classes they already paid for, at no additional cost to them.
  • If a student registers for a class and does not attend, does not make an effort to attend, and does not contact the instructor the student will have to the end of the calendar year to attend another class.
  • If the student does not attend a class within the calendar year the tuition becomes non-refundable

TRANSFER CREDITS: No credit from other schools or previous classes will be accepted. The State of Michigan law requires that all courses must be accredited and approved. The classes from RBPS are the only classes accepted.

ATTENDANCE POLICY: Students must attend a mandatory 60 hours to earn a state approved certificate. Students will have one year to make up the missed class time.

CERTIFICATES & GRADING: A certificate will be issued when a student completes a state endorsed class. Grading is determined on a pass/fail basis. When a student completes the state required 60 hours of class and achieves a grade of 70 percent or above they will be issued a certificate of completion. Student certification copies will remain in file at RBPS.

STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES: Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, Executive Order 11246 and the Residential Builders Proprietary School, LLC, Strongly and actively strives to increase diversity and provide equal opportunity within its classrooms. Residential Builders Proprietary School, LLC does not discriminate in education against persons based on age, color, disability, gender identity/gender expression, genetic information, familial status, height, marital status, national origin, political persuasion, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or weight.

COMPLAINTS: Any student wishing to file a complaint with the State of Michigan may do so at http://www.michigan.gov/lara/pps

All RBPS training classes will be conducted online at this time. Completing the required 60 hours will be students responsibility and will be tracked in the students learning account (once logged in). Access to subsequent lessons is determined by 1) completion of pre-requisite courses and 2) required time needed to progress towards the intended 60 hour total course time. The availability to purchase course books, additional instruction material and even supplies for note-taking.

 

FINANCIAL

Payment options for 60-Hour Pre-License Online Course for Michigan
Residential Builder and Maintenance & Alteration Contractor License

Make your required payment for the 60-hour Pre-Licensure online course. Once your payment is confirmed you will be able to create your student account by following the link under the “60-Hour Pre-Licensure Course” above.

*NOTE: If you elected to pay the full amount for course use the payment button for “Full Payment” to the left. If you have elected to use the installment plan during registration use the payment button for “1st Installment” the right.

Registration Fee

REGISTRATION FEE: A student’s registration fee (non-refundable) $50.00 and $600.00 pays for the online instructional course only. All books and materials required for class participation will be the student’s responsibility. These books and/or materials will be made available for purchase.

Register and Pay $50.00 registration fee for Online course now using button below:

Full Payment

Full payment for 60-Hour Pre-License Online Course for Michigan
Residential Builder and Maintenance & Alteration Contractor License 

First Installment

First installment payment for 60-Hour Pre-License Online Course for Michigan
Residential Builder and Maintenance & Alteration Contractor License 

Important:

If you have deleted to utilize the payment plan and have already made your initial payment, you can use the buttons below to submit your second installment (due by end of fourth (4th) week of course) or Third installment (due by end of seventh (7th) week of course).

Second Installment

Second Installment payment for 60-Hour Pre-License Online Course for Michigan
Residential Builder and Maintenance & Alteration Contractor License 

Third Installment

Third and Final installment payment for 60-Hour Pre-License Online Course for Michigan
Residential Builder and Maintenance & Alteration Contractor License 

RBPS offers affordable financing if needed. Contact us for more information. Text (734) 972-9851, Call the office (734) 487-8770 or email us at RBPschool@yahoo.com.

Books and materials are available for an additional fee (to be determined based on specific book, materials etc. (Contact us for more information).

Below you will find the required texts for this class. Click the Links below to purchase text books directly form Amazon:

2015 Michigan Residential Code

Carpentry 5th Edition

Modern Masonry: Brick, Block, Stone - Ninth Edition, Revised, Textbook

269 Harris Road, Ypsilanti, Michigan, 48198 – Text: (734) 972-9851 – Call (Office): (734) 487-8771 or Email: RBPschool@yahoo.com