Education is at the very core of the Home Builders Association mission. Building industry professionals recognize the HBA as a premier repository of housing knowledge and regularly turn to the association for their continuing education needs. Through the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and its state and local affiliates, members and non-members receive the information and preparation that allow them to gain the competitive edge needed in our ever-changing industry.

In order to provide easier access, more efficient management, enhanced program quality, and comprehensive information about educational opportunities, The NAHB University of Housing was formed to consolidate educational offerings into one location. We invite you to invest in your professional growth and the success of your business by earning a designation, attending an event, or simply taking a course or two.

Scheduled Classes:

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LEAD SAFETY TRAINING - RRP Courses

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has recently enacted new regulations affecting contractors performing renovation work in residential dwellings or child-occupied facilities built before 1978. This regulation is called “Lead Safety for Renovation, Repair, and Painting” (RRP). Beginning in April 2010, any renovation work (including painting) done for compensation, which disturbs painted surfaces in residential dwellings or child-occupied facilities built before 1978, must be performed by an EPA certified company, using persons trained in lead-safe work practices. Each job is required to have a Certified Renovator on-site to perform specific responsibilities.

To become a Certified Renovator, a person must attend an 8-hour EPA-approved training course. HBAGK offers several course dates -  Click Here to see upcoming RRP Courses.

National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Designations CGB, CGR, GMB, CAPS, CSP, CGP

What are these designations?  Should I pursue Professional Designation?  How will it help me?
Some of the advantages of obtaining professional designations are to:

• Increase your professional credibility
• Enhance your competitive edge in the consumer/remodeler relationship
• Increase the quality of your customer leads
• Broaden networking opportunities
• Support your business by providing information and relevant educational opportunities
• Gain recognition as an industry leader and member of an exclusive local, state, and national program
• The first step towards professional designation is to take the Builder Assessment Review (for CGB candidates) or Professional Remodeler Experience Profile (for CGR candidates). Click here for more details.

BUILDERS LICENSE EDUCATION

Michigan Builders License: Pre-Licensing Requirements for Builder’s License Applicants

• 60 hours of approved pre-licensing coursework is required prior to applying for a license.
• Anyone seeking this approved coursework must register for our classes through AAA Builders License Education - call toll-free at 877-345-3072 or click here
• 3 week course start dates: February 15 or April 12 or June 14

Click here for more information about MI Residential Builder & Maintenance & Alteration (M&A) Licenses