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Learn More Before: Pre-Show Education at IBS
 The NAHB University of Housing will offer a variety of in-depth educational opportunities for builders, remodelors and sales and marketing staff through Tuesday, Jan. 10, prior to The International Builders’ Show (IBS) in Orlando.
Pre-show courses about marketing, sales, design, safety, business management, the 50-plus market and more will be offered.
For builders and remodelers considering the Certified Graduate Builder (CGB) or Certified Graduate Remodelor™ (CGR) designation programs, introductory BAR and PREP assessments that measure business strengths and weaknesses will be offered prior to the builders' show.
A sample of the pre-show classes being offered follows. The pre-show courses require a separate registration fee. For the complete listing and to register, click here or visit www.buildersshow.com.
- Home Modifications
Monday, Jan. 9; 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Become familiar with codes and standards, common barriers and product ideas and solutions involved in residential remodeling for the aging-in-place consumer.
Designation Credit: CAPS
- Recognizing the Big Four Safety Hazards for the Home Building Industry
Monday, Jan. 9; 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Learn how to recognize and avoid the most common hazards on residential job sites, use safe work practices to prevent injuries, comply with OSHA safety and health regulations, and develop and implement a safety program for your company.
- Designing for the Active Adult
Monday or Tuesday, Jan. 9 or Jan. 10; 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Increase your business by designing homes and communities to better meet the needs of the growing active adult population. Gain an overview of aging-in-place design considerations for single-family and multifamily active adult housing
- House Construction as a Selling Tool
Monday-Tuesday, Jan. 9-10; 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
This course takes sales and marketing professionals through the home building process and discusses how to turn that knowledge into profit. Topics include the subdivision approval and land development processes as well as blueprint and site plan reading.
Designation Credit: Master CSP
- BAR: Your First Step to CGB
Tuesday, Jan. 10; 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Friday, Jan. 13; 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
The BAR is the required first step to obtain your CGB designation. This 120-question multiple-choice assessment measures your knowledge in four core areas: building technology, business and finance, project management, and sales and marketing. Candidates do not pass or fail the BAR. The results determine your course of study.
- PREP: Your First Step to CGR
Tuesday, Jan. 10; 1:00-4:00 p.m.
The PREP is the required first step to become a CGR. It is a three-hour, 130-multiple-choice question assessment that measures your knowledge in five core areas: marketing and sales; business administration; design, estimating and job costing; contracts, liability and risk management; and project management. Candidates do not pass or fail the PREP. Results determine the course of study for CGR candidates.
 Learn More About The NAHB University of Housing
Whether you’re new to the industry, hope to make your next career move or want to improve your company’s bottom line, The NAHB University of Housing can assist you in your educational pursuits.
Visit The University of Housing booth in Hall B Lobby, West Building, Level III during the builders' show for complete education information for 2006.
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