Michigan Builder Continuing Education Courses

9 Hour Video Course
This course provides an overview of building trade skills and is advantageous for anyone seeking to start a residential building project or enter into the building industry. 

8 Hour Video Course
The 2015 Michigan Residential Code book establishes minimum requirements for one and two family dwellings.  This course is a review of the codes required for residential construction. 

8 Hour Video Course
Take an in-depth look at the responsibilities of a project manager and the methods experienced contractors use to effectively manage all aspects of a building project.
0.8 ICC Building CEUs – Approval #26110

8 Hour Video Course
This course outlines the most important work-related hazards on a construction site and will inspire you to practice safety first, in a way that will prevent injuries at work and at home. 
0.8 ICC Building CEUs – Approval #26111

7 Hour Audio Course
Learn the responsibilities a construction project manager must be prepared to perform to maximize the earning potential of each building project you manage with this course. 
0.7 ICC Admin CEUs – Approval #25470

7 Hour Audio Course
Calculating a more accurate estimate and bid allows a contractor to get the most out of every job.  Improve your bottom line as we cover all aspects of the bidding process.
0.7 ICC Admin CEUs – Approval #25472 

7 Hour Video Course 
Gain an understanding of the Code of Conduct and your responsibilities as a business owner and how to maneuver through new business startup stages.
0.6 ICC Admin CEUs – Approval #25552

7 Hour Video Course
Learn methods and economic benefits of green building that allow homes to have less impact on the environment and the importance of using these techniques.

7 Hour Video Course
This course focuses on hazardous energy, fall protection, fire safety, hazard communication, PPE, Respiratory protection, silica safety and stairways and ladders.

7 Hour Video & Text Course
Here you will learn an overview of the building trade skills from site work, concrete forms and framing to roofs and the many structural components associated with the entire building envelope.

7 Hour Video & Audio Course
Learn how the ADA Standards for Accessible Design applies to construction projects with on-site examples of accessible buildings used by both the public and private sector.

6 Hour Video Course
Effective marketing to new clients is a struggle for many business owners.  Explore successful techniques of a cost-effective marketing program to increase business year round. 

6 Hour Video Course
Understanding how to utilize contract law for risk and liability management will protect your business from unscrupulous people.

6 Hour Video Course
Accessibility issues are one of the most common reasons a new building will fail inspections.  Learn the current ADA standards and how to implement them.

5 Hour Video Course
This course is a review of the responsibilities of building officials, their authority to interpret the code while working to achieve code compliance. 

4 Hour Video Course 
Learn the purpose and the standards of the International Property Maintenance Code and how to manage blight, rubbish, and safety as well as rental, vacation, and abandoned properties.
0.4 ICC CEUs – Approval #30747

4 Hour Video Course
Drones are more accessible than ever and very beneficial to Contractors, but before you take flight, learn the rules and regulations that must be followed to operate commercial drones. 
0.4 ICC Building CEUs – Approval #25730 

4 Hour Audio Course
Making your clients happy is always the goal.   Learn to design efficiently with less complexity, material, and labor resulting in savings for the homeowner.
0.3 ICC Building CEUs – Approval #25481

3 Technical Hour Video Course
Learn the purpose and the standards of the International Property Maintenance Code and how to manage blight, rubbish, and safety as well as rental, vacation, and abandoned properties.
0.3 ICC C&S CEUs – Approval #30455

3 Hour Audio Course
Learn current trends in energy efficient technologies that provide safe, code compliant environments and are central to the health of the consumer and the survival of the planet.
0.3 ICC C&S CEUs – Approval #27607

3 Hour Video Course 
This course outlines the general layout of residential plans, identifying and detailing schedules, legends, symbols, and engineering instructions.
0.3 ICC Building CEUs – Approval #27603

3 Hour Audio Course
Capitalize on our love of outdoor spaces with this course that explores options available to build decks and structures and the many different materials available. 
0.3 ICC Building CEUs – Approval #25461 

3 Hour Audio Course
Learn to identify the building use, construction type, requirements, how code applies to use group, and to integrate design with current codes for a safe and cost-effective project.  
0.3 ICC C&S CEUs – Approval #25535

3 Hour Audio Course
This course teaches ADA compliance in design of railings, proper mounting, material & finish options, replacing railings in historic projects, and standardized railing systems trends. 
0.3 ICC Building CEUs – Approval #25491

3 Hour Audio Course
Gain an understanding of physical and cognitive challenges, beneficial lighting, exterior design for nature enjoyment and interior design to accommodate the handicapped and aged.

3 Hour Audio Course
This course teaches the terminology, testing, inspection process to find water damage, why mold growth occurs, and the steps to take when water intrusion and mold growth is found.
0.3 ICC Building CEUs – Approval #26097 

3 Hour Audio Course
Learn how water migrates, the typical sources of excess moisture and how to prevent it through planning, design, construction, and control of condensation.
0.3 ICC Building CEUs – Approval #26098 

3 Hour Video Course
This course covers bloodborne pathogens and the precautions every person should observe, fire safety, hazard communication, and silica safety and permissible levels.

3 Hour Video Course
This course covers fall protection and maintaining a safe working environment, PPE and when they are required, and stairways and ladders.

3 Hour Video Course
Learn about the use of lockout devices designed to disable equipment to prevent injury, fire safety, hazard communication, and respiratory protection.

3 Hour Audio Course
Integrate design with current codes and to identify code related issues while turning your customers goals and aspirations into a safe and cost-effective project.
0.3 ICC Admin CEUs – Approval #25461 

3 Hour Video Course
This course focuses requirements set forth in the 29 CFR 1926 to protect employees working in confined spaces such as boilers, elevators, manholes, tanks, incinerators, silos, etc.
0.3 ICC Building CEUs – Approval #25544 

3 Hour Text Course 
The new Michigan Energy Code reflects several changes with the purpose of conserving energy through improved efficiency.  It sets the baseline for the building envelope, systems, and equipment.

3 Hour Audio Course
Designing your building site is key to the success of any building project.  Learn to navigate the challenges and pit falls of site development without compromising design.
0.3 ICC Sitework CEUs – Approval #25455 

3 Hour Audio Course
Building design is a crucial to a successful construction project.  Learn proven methods for analyzing design decisions for all aspects of construction, appearance and maintenance.
0.3 ICC Building CEUs – Approval #25451 

3 Hour Audio Course
Approach your project with confidence by learning to recognize the critical issues, ask the right questions, and identify existing design and structural concerns. 
0.3 ICC Building CEUs – Approval #25454 

2 Hour Text Course
This course covers construction mathematics and advanced problems regarding house plans and material needs.  It is also beneficial in preparing for licensing exams.

2 Hour Audio Course 
This course takes a look at decisions made in selecting materials for the foundation, floor assembly and foundation types and how to avoid problems that occur from making poor choices. 
0.2 ICC C&S CEUs – Approval #27604

2 Hour Video Course
This course covers the basic use of fork and aerial lifts, proper operation, hazards, inspections and maintenance, certification, fall protection, and safety hazards. 

2 Hour Audio Course
Learn the advantages and disadvantages of using a PEMB, why they are economical, as well as foundations, building envelope, industrial equipment and code.
0.2 ICC Building CEUs – Approval #25458 

1 Hour Video Course
OSHA estimates that over 840,000 construction workers are exposed to silica levels exceeding the PEL each year.  Learn the OSHA regulations and safety codes for silica safety.

1 Hour Video Course
This course applies to all stairways and ladders used in construciton, alteration, repair and demolition workplaces and when they are required to comply with 29 CFR Part 1926.