Pre-Show Installer Courses
Specifically for Hardscape Contractors and Installers
Tuesday and Wednesday, October 15-16
Hyatt Regency Louisville
Earn record of completion credentials that help differentiate you from competitors and learn ways to improve installation efficiency, resulting in greater profits. Highly experienced trainers lead the courses. Registration includes classroom training, a student manual, and coffee breaks. Lunch is not provided. The Concrete Paver Installer Course and the Segmental Retaining Wall Installer Course are approved as continuing education for their respective certification programs.
paver Courses
Participants who attend a course receive a Record of Attendance. Participants interested in earning a Concrete Paver Installer Certification are encouraged to apply if they meet the minimum installation experience, have two endorsements of experience, and feel that they are ready to take the certification examination.
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One-day course, Oct. 15
Tuesday, 8 am–5 pm
Hyatt Regency Louisville
The Concrete Paver Installer Course is for individuals currently employed or seeking a career in the hardscape industry, and are looking to pursue education, certification, and industry recognition. Whether you are looking to advance your career in the industry, or are just starting out, the participants of this course will gain knowledge on advances in technology and techniques, best practices, and guidelines.
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One-day course, Oct. 15
8 am–5 pm
Hyatt Regency Louisville
The Concrete Paver Installer Course is for individuals currently employed or seeking a career in the hardscape industry, and are looking to pursue education, certification, and industry recognition. Whether you are looking to advance your career in the industry, or are just starting out, the participants of this course will gain knowledge on advances in technology and techniques, best practices, and guidelines.
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Two-day course, Oct. 15-16
8 am–5 pm
Hyatt Regency Louisville
Individuals who are active Concrete Paver Installers and are looking to further their level of specialized knowledge.
The Residential Specialist Course is the next step forward in your career. Designed for crew leaders, supervisors, and job superintendents, this course provides more in-depth knowledge for field leadership. The Concrete Paver Installer Course is a recommended prerequisite for this course.
segmental retaining wall Courses
Each candidate who completes an SRW course and passes the written exam will receive a Record of Completion. Participants interested in obtaining the SRW Installer Certificate must meet the minimum installation experience requirement.
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One-day course, Oct. 15
Tuesday, 8 am–5 pm
Hyatt Regency Louisville
This course teaches hardscape contractors and installers essential concepts related to the design, construction, and performance of SRW's, providing the knowledge you need to install quality walls that meet customer expectations and ensure your long-term success. Learn about SRW installation guidelines, materials, soils, compaction and water, planning, estimating, safety and equipment selection.
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One-day course, Oct. 15
Tuesday, 8 am–5 pm
Hyatt Regency Louisville
CMHA's Manufactured Stone Veneer (MSV) Installer Course covers the building code requirements and ASTM standards applicable to MSV systems. This course offers both a classroom portion to learn relevant standards/proper installation procedures, as well as practical, hands-on installation applications to demonstrate the new skills you have learned. Participants who take the course can earn a MSV Certificate which can increase your credibility and marketability to customers seeking properly trained MSV installers.
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One-day course, Oct. 16
8 am–5 pm
Hyatt Regency Louisville
The SRW Advanced Installer program increases your value to your customers by teaching advanced SRW applications and installation techniques, and is open to SRW certificate holders who are engaged in the construction of advanced SRWs. Advanced topics include wall layout and planning, water and drainage, tiered walls, corners and curves, raised patios, steps, utilities through walls, and advanced construction techniques.