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At the door registration will begin one half hour prior to the workshop, only full Non-Member rates will be available the day of the workshop. For more information regarding payments, credit card charges, or disputes, please contact Paul Buckman.

Credentialing

This workshop prepares you for the Green Associate credentialing exam as well as the first part of the LEED AP Specialty credential. The Specialty exams are comprised of two parts: Green Associate & the Specialty. If you are interested in pursuing a LEED AP Specialty credential then take this course to pass the first part of the exam and take one of our LEED AP Specialty Exam Prep Workshops to pass the second Specialty section.  It is highly recommended that you purchase the appropriate USGBC Reference Guide to prepare for the exam.

Workshop Description

Distinguish yourself with a LEED Credential

Join the momentum of the emerging green building movement and distinguish yourself with the new LEED Associate credential. The LEED Green Associate credential is for professionals who want to demonstrate green building expertise in non-technical fields of practice. This credential focuses on basic knowledge of green design, construction, and operations.

USGBC-NCC’s full-day LEED Green Associate Exam Preparation Workshop is designed to prepare you to pass the test with confidence--the first time. Participants will receive an eligibility certificate to take the LEED Green Associate exam upon completion of this course.

The workshop will focus on the key information necessary to pass the LEED Green Associate exam, including: LEED implementation process, project site factors, water management, energy impacts, synergistic opportunities, stakeholder involvement in innovation, project surroundings, public outreach & test taking tips and strategies.

Workshop Benefits

• Get the edge you need to confidently pass the LEED exam the first time
• Learn from skilled and experienced LEED faculty members
• Break down the complex LEED system into plain language
• Explore real world projects to help you better understand and remember the material and put the concepts to practice
• Gain eligibility to take the LEED Green Associate exam

Included in this Workshop

• In-class practice exam & take-home exam that accurately reflect the types of questions you’ll see on the test
• USGBC-NCC workbook that summarizes the material and helps you follow the outline of the course

About the Instructor: Alex Spilger

Questions about this workshop? Please email Jessica Uhl.

Refund and Cancellation Policy

Please email Paul Buckman at least one week prior to the event or workshop to cancel attendance or replace an attendee. Please note the following policies:

• If you cancel by January 11, 2010, you will receive an 80% refund.
• If you cancel between January 12-January 19, 2010, you will receive a 20% refund.
• A colleague from the same company may replace your reservation for an event or workshop with at least 24 hour notice.
• Should USGBC-NCC have to postpone or reschedule the workshop or event, you will receive a 100% refund.