Education Descriptions

Among the most important things we do is provide education to members. Need classes for an important certification? Want to know the latest “Green” strategies? Curious about how changes in laws or accounting rules will impact you? NVBIA regularly offers courses that get you the information you need to get ahead in business.

Here’s a list of classes recently offered or coming in the next months:

Real Estate Wrap Up & Expectations

This educational, motivational networking program provides a unique perspective on the market as well as an end-of-the-year update on the upcoming year’s housing market forecast for our region.

Certified Sales Professional
Master the craft of successful selling. This professional-level course is designed for specialists in new home sales. You will gain a broad understanding of the home building business, discuss consumer psychology and learn the advanced techniques used by real estate veterans for greeting, closing and overcoming objections.

Marketing & Communications Strategies for Aging & Accessibility (CAPS I)

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 of one of the fastest growing market segments in remodeling and related industries.

Green Building for Building Professionals
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 knowledge base, the course provides the tools for a successful green project.