Author Archives: Amanda Heinz - Education

EPA RRP – Lead Safety Course

Posted on March 1, 2012 by Amanda Heinz - Education

This course was developed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to train renovation, repair and painting contractors how to work safely in housing with lead-based paint and complies with the EPA’s Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) Rule, and HUD’s Lead Safe Housing Rule. It also meets the …

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NAHB – Design/Build Solutions for Aging and Accessibility (CAPS II)

Posted on February 21, 2012 by Amanda Heinz - Education

The maturing of the U.S. Baby Boomer population is a huge opportunity for remodelers. As this consumer group expands, more and more are interested in remodeling their home to fit their new lifestyle and abilities. This Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS) course will help you understand the guidelines and requirements of accessibility, the importance of doing an assessment with input from …

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NAHB – Marketing & Communication Strategies for Aging and Accessibility (CAPS I)

Posted on February 21, 2012 by Amanda Heinz - Education

Millions of Americans are living longer and more active lives. And with their changing lifestyles, maturing Americans are also looking to revitalize their home environments. Identifying these opportunities and developing the skills to interact with 50+ customers can help you grow your business dramatically. Learn best practices in communicating and interacting with this exciting and evolving population, and take advantage …

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NAHB – BAR/PREP Exams

Posted on February 21, 2012 by Amanda Heinz - Education

Builder Assessment Review (BAR) This comprehensive course assessment will measure your expertise in five key areas of the building industry: Building Technology Business and Finance Project Management Sales and Marketing Safety Your results will show you the areas where your knowledge is strongest, where it is weakest, and will determine the courses required for you to obtain your CGB. Designations: …

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NAHB – Estimating for Builders and Remodelers

Posted on February 7, 2012 by Amanda Heinz - Education

Learn how to develop winning bids and use estimates as a powerful management tool. This course for remodelers and small- to mid-volume builders addresses one of the most challenging topics in building today – estimating. After this course you will have an appreciation of the importance of estimating, knowledge of how to create an estimating system and the ability to …

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NAHB – Business Management for Building Professionals

Posted on February 7, 2012 by Amanda Heinz - Education

Learn the management skills that give industry leaders the edge. This course will give you a solid foundation in those best business practices so valuable to smaller businesses: planning, organizing, staffing/directing and controlling. By using case studies and sample forms, your instructors give you practical and applicable tools for management success. As a graduate of this course, you will be …

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NAHB – Green Building for Building Professionals

Posted on February 7, 2012 by Amanda Heinz - Education

Implementing cost-effective green building into your construction practices begins with up-front planning that examines the whole house and the building science behind it. In this two-day course, you will learn how to apply the ANSI-approved National Green Building Standard™ in the construction of a new home, remodel, site development or multifamily project. With a focus on flexibility and a sound …

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NAHB Course – Basics of Building

Posted on January 31, 2012 by Amanda Heinz - Education

Build your housing industry expertise by learning about the residential construction process from the ground up! Those in housing and construction-related fields, like vendors, suppliers, brokers, retailers, builder/remodeler company staff, REALTORs® and others will learn what it takes to build or remodel a home. With that knowledge, you will learn how to build more effective and profitable relationships with the …

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NAHB Course – Design/Build

Posted on January 31, 2012 by Amanda Heinz - Education

When well managed, a full-service building or remodeling business can increase profits and maximize customer satisfaction. If you’ve ever considered running a design/build operation, this course shows you how to assess the challenges ahead. Learn how the few and the bold have benefited from implementing a design/build strategy and how to make your own design/build business a success. As a …

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