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Aurora's Premier Roofing Institute

Master the Roof
That Protects

From shingle fundamentals to commercial membrane systems, our hands-on certification programs give contractors the precision, code fluency, and confidence to build roofs that last decades — not seasons.

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200+ Graduates Certified Annually
100% Hands-On Field Training
15+ Years of Instruction
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Est. 2009
About the Center

Training That Starts
On the Roof, Not in a Classroom

The Colorado Roofing Association Training Center was founded on a simple conviction: the best roofers aren't made from textbooks — they're made from experience. Located at 1660 Jasper St in Aurora, our facility replicates real residential and commercial job sites, giving every student the chance to install, inspect, and troubleshoot under the guidance of licensed master roofers.

Whether you're a homeowner preparing for a major reroof, a new apprentice building your trade foundation, or an established contractor refreshing your knowledge on modern membrane systems, our curriculum meets you where you are and takes you further. We don't do lecture-only days. Every module puts tools in your hands and shingles under your boots.

  • State-aligned curriculum updated for 2024–2026 code cycles
  • Small class sizes — no more than 14 students per cohort
  • All materials and safety gear provided at no extra cost
  • Certificate of completion recognized by regional contractors
Training Programs

Choose Your Path
to Roofing Mastery

Four distinct tracks designed for every level — from first-time homeowners to seasoned commercial crews. Each program blends classroom fundamentals with supervised field practice on our training structures.

Beginner

Residential Shingle Fundamentals

Learn the complete residential shingle installation process — from underlayment and drip edge to starter strips, field courses, and ridge cap finishing. Ideal for homeowners and new apprentices.

  • 3-day intensive workshop
  • Real roof structure practice
  • Material estimation worksheet
  • Certificate of completion
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Intermediate

Roofing Systems & Flashing Mastery

Dive deep into the details that separate a good roof from a great one. Valley flashing, pipe boots, chimney collars, ice-and-water shield, and skylight integration — all practiced on our multi-plane training roof.

  • 5-day comprehensive course
  • Multi-plane roof simulation
  • Code compliance deep-dive
  • Inspection methodology module
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Advanced

Commercial Membrane & Flat Roof Systems

Master EPDM, TPO, and modified bitumen installation for low-slope commercial buildings. Learn heat-welding techniques, seam inspection, and parapet flashing from certified commercial roofers.

  • 7-day specialized track
  • Heat-welding practice station
  • Commercial code standards
  • Warranty documentation guide
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Refresher

Seasonal Code Update & Safety Refresher

Annual update for licensed contractors. Covers OSHA changes, Aurora building code amendments, and seasonal best practices for Colorado's extreme weather — from heavy snow loads to intense UV exposure.

  • 2-day condensed workshop
  • Updated code handbook included
  • OSHA safety compliance review
  • Continuing education credits
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Why Choose Us

Built Different
Because the Roof Is

We don't teach roofing the way trade schools did twenty years ago. Our program is built around what actually happens on a job site — the details that make the difference between a roof that leaks after two winters and one that outlasts the building.

Real Structures, Real Materials

Every student builds on actual roof assemblies — not diagrams. We maintain three full-scale training structures on-site with real shingles, flashing, and underlayment.

Master Roofer Instructors

Our instructors have 15+ years of field experience across residential and commercial projects throughout the Front Range. They teach what they do every day.

Colorado-Specific Curriculum

High-altitude UV exposure, heavy snow loads, and dramatic temperature swings — our program addresses the conditions that make Colorado roofing uniquely challenging.

Flexible Scheduling

Weekday mornings, weekend intensives, and private group bookings — we schedule around your work, not the other way around. Evening sessions available for working contractors.

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Instructor demonstrating flashing technique to small class

Ready to Build a Roof
You Can Stand Behind?

Enrollment is open for the upcoming training cycle. Spaces fill quickly — call us or fill out the form below to request a full program syllabus, schedule, and availability.

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Let's Talk
Roofing Training

Have questions about a program, scheduling, or group enrollment? Reach out — we respond within one business day.

Address 1660 Jasper St
Aurora, CO 80011-4659
Hours Mon–Fri: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sat: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

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