LEED Green Associate Study Group

The U.S. Green Building Council West Michigan Chapter is offering a facilitated study group to prepare individuals for the challenging LEED Green Associate (GA) Examination. These study groups differ from instructor-led courses and rely on the strength of the facilitator and the active participation of the learners. Study group sessions are a combination of facilitated, peer-to-peer discussion and personal study and will provide participants with the ability to explain green building concepts and strategies, apply test-taking strategies, navigate exam structure and prepare them to sit for the exam. Study group participants should have the prerequisite knowledge of the subject matter covered in the LEED GA Candidate Handbook. They will also need study the content of the Green Building and LEED Core Concepts Guide, Second Edition. This guide must be purchased separately through the USGBC website. This study group is not eligible towards GBCI’s LEED Professional Credential Maintenance Program (CMP). After successful completion of the study group, candidates may provide their Certificate of Completion in lieu of a letter of attestation to sit for the LEED Green Associate Exam.

Classes will be held at the Tassell M-TEC located at 622 Godfrey Ave. SW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503.
Facilitated classes begin will meet bi-weekly from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on the following dates:

February 13, 2012

February 27, 2012

March 12, 2012

March 26, 2012

*Additionally, participants will separate into smaller groups and meet for an additional 5 hours between classes.
The total program includes 6 hours of facilitated group discussion and 20 hours for informal small group study.

Registration Fees for the course:   Due by February 6th to avoid a $ 25.00 late fee.

Green Building and LEED Core Concepts Guide, Second Edition (E-Book) purchased separately

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Southwest Branch LEED Green Associate Study Group

The U.S. Green Building Council West Michigan Chapter is offering a facilitated study group to prepare individuals for the challenging LEED Green Associate (GA) Examination. These study groups differ from instructor-led courses and rely on the strength of the facilitator and the active participation of the learners. Study group sessions are a combination of facilitated, peer-to-peer discussion and personal study, and will provide participants with the ability to explain green building concepts and strategies, apply test-taking strategies, navigate exam structure, and prepare them to sit for the exam. Study group participants should have the prerequisite knowledge of the subject matter covered in the LEED GA Candidate Handbook. They will also need study the content of the Green Building and LEED Core Concepts Guide, Second Edition. This guide must be purchased separately through the USGBC website. This study group is not eligible towards GBCI’s LEED Professional Credential Maintenance Program (CMP). After successful completion of the study group, candidates may provide their Certificate of Completion in lieu of a letter of attestation to sit for the LEED Green Associate Exam.

The class venue is being determined. Please check back for the venue posting.

Facilitated classes begin will meet bi-weekly from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. on the following dates:

March 13, 2012

March 27, 2012

April 10, 2012

April 24, 2012

*Additionally, participants will separate into smaller groups and meet for an additional 5 hours between classes.
The total program includes 6 hours of facilitated group discussion and 20 hours for informal small group study.

Registration Fees for the course:   Due by March 6th to avoid a $ 25.00 late fee.

Green Building and LEED Core Concepts Guide, Second Edition (E-Book) purchased separately

REGISTER HERE

Southwest Branch Annual Membership Meeting

The USGBC Southwest Michigan Branch Annual Membership Meeting will be held on Wednesday, February 22, 2012 from 5:00p.m.-7:00p.m. at Bravo! Restaurant & Cafe.  This is your chance to network with other USGBC West Michigan Chapter members and learn about upcoming sustainable projects in the Kalamazoo area.  Join us for a summary of 2011, a brief overview of what is to come in 2012, and a highlight of local LEED registered and certified buildings.  Learn how to get the most out of your membership, and use this opportunity to provide feedback on local LEED interests.  Space is limited so please be sure to RSVP.

A $15 donation is being asked of non-members for this event. There is no charge for USGBC members.

Bravo! Restaurant & Cafe is located at 5402 Portage Road, Kalamazoo, MI 49002

REGISTER HERE

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