Workforce & Education
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Viridiant’s workforce and education programs give builders, developers, tradespeople, code officials and others the skills and knowledge they need to create high-performance, energy efficient buildings. They also help others who play a role in property development—banks, realtors and community organizations—understand the changing landscape of building standards.
Workforce & Education
Knowledge you can put to work
Our building science education programs are structured with practicality, value and flexibility in mind. Come to us for:
- Comprehensive coverage. Topics include building science fundamentals, building code changes, high-performance housing technologies, and green building certification programs.
- Industry relevance. Course content reflects current trends and challenges, so participants gain an up-to-the-minute understanding of green building technologies and best practices.
- Expert instructors. Seasoned professionals deliver practical, real-world insights in every training session.
- Expert instructors. Seasoned professionals deliver practical, real-world insights in every training session.
- Flexible formats. We offer in-person and live online sessions for interactive, real-time learning, as well as custom programs tailored to your needs.
- Workforce development. We’re committed to nurturing a workforce with the skills and knowledge needed to construct healthy, efficient, and resilient buildings.
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→ EarthCraft Builder Training
September 9, 9:00 am - September 9, 5:00 pm
Register Program Details Learn This EarthCraft Builder training provides a comprehensive overview of best practices for sustainable construction and design. Explore the ways the EarthCraft program can help you get started or advance in the field of high-performance buildings. Learn cost-effective ways to improve the energy efficiency, indoor air quality, comfort, and durability of homes, enhancing overall client appeal. After successful completion of this course, the participant will have the knowledge and skills to successfully build, certify, and market EarthCraft homes. Building science basics EarthCraft program fundamentals The EarthCraft certification process Strategies for marketing EarthCraft projects Green building incentive programs Earn Upon completion of the course, qualifying builders will be prepared and eligible to sit for a 50-question EarthCraft Builder exam, register and join the EarthCraft House program, and begin the process of certifying their first EarthCraft House. Schedule This is a one-day, live, in-person training. The course begins at 9:00am ET and ends at 5:00pm ET. The training takes place at Virginia Housing's Conference Center located at 4224 Cox Road, Glen Allen, VA 23060. Course Requirements Prerequisites There are no prerequisite requirements needed to attend this training. Students are required to complete a short set of online prep modules before training begins. Access to these modules is sent upon course registration. Our Trainers Bill Riggs Technical Director Viridiant Andrew Grigsby Community Energy Services Director Viridiant Register
$300