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Classroom based C.E. for Measurement Certification
A Summary of 40 Personal Radon Studies by Dr. Mike Kitto
Course ID#: KITTO-401
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Classroom,Online
C.E. Credits: 2
Course Description: This online course provides a summary from Dr. Mike Kitto of published and unpublished radon studies he has conducted over the last 30 years. Many of these studies have been presented during AARST symposia and have been included in journal publications.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
Radon in Water: Residential Sampling and Aeration Mitigation (Formerly NRPP-63C)
Course ID#: SPRUCE-201
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Classroom
C.E. Credits: 3
Course Description: Applying proper radon in water sampling techniques and mitigation with aeration technology.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
Choosing the Right Fan: Answers to your FAQs (Formerly NRPP-159)
Course ID#: SPRUCE-209
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Classroom
C.E. Credits: 8
Course Description: You,re out in the field, you,ve got your suction hole prepped and pipe run, now what? How can you figure out what fan you really need? With plenty of hands on and short cuts, this 8-hour course will give mitigators practice on determining the right fan for the job. Working with air flow, pressure loss, and fan curves, the course will give you tips and practice on the fine points of making the most efficient system with the best fan choice.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
Devices: Proper Use and Handling
Course ID#: SPRUCE-222
Applicable to: Measurement
Course Type: Classroom
C.E. Credits: 2
Course Description: This two (2) hour measurement training course is so wide-ranging and concentrated that students frequently miss critical elements of proper device handling. Most students fail to properly perform the requisite quality control measurements for a defensible radon measurement practice. This course works to fill in those gaps.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
Detective Diagnostics – 4 hour
Course ID#: SPRUCE-229
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Classroom
C.E. Credits: 4
Course Description: Giving an overview of the different methods and tools to determine usual/unusual Radon pathways into the home and how to control them. From building investigations to PFE, Communication Testing and Sniff and Grab Sampling. Also includes some outside the box methods. This four (4) hour version will include real sniffer challenges, measurement PFE with Shop Vacs, measuring airflow and system balancing.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
Radon Measurement in Schools and Large Buildings
Course ID#: SPRUCE-234
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Classroom
C.E. Credits: 8
Course Description: An in depth look at what the new AARST/ANSI standard and best practices. This new document, the most current of all standards in this category, should be an essential tool for all certified measurement providers to reference and/or follow.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
Extreme System Failures
Course ID#: SPRUCE-238
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Classroom
C.E. Credits: 2
Course Description: Take an in depth look at some common, not so common and extreme mitigation system failures. Learn if/how these could have been avoided with proper diagnostics during and after installation. Join Dave hill as he explores some of the more wild and "out there" failures that have been documented.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
Intro Radon Measurement in Schools and Large Buildings 4 hour
Course ID#: SPRUCE-240
Applicable to: Measurement
Course Type: Classroom
C.E. Credits: 4
Course Description: An intro look at what the new AARST/ANSI standard includes and best practices. This new document (the most current of all standards in this category) should be an essential tool for all certified measurement providers to reference and/or follow. This is a shorter version of our larger 8 hour course.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
PPE Personal Protective Equipment
Course ID#: SPRUCE-242
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Classroom
C.E. Credits: 4
Course Description: Personal Protective Equipment is so important in the construction field but even more so in the Radon industry. With any Radon exposure comes risk and therefore, good practices to limit exposure are crucial. But safety on the job site doesn't end there. With new OSHA requirements for safety applicable to the Radon professional, it is important to keep up with these requirements to ensure your company is in proper compliance. This course will go through just about every type of protective equipment used by the Radon professional, for both the mitigator and measurement provider.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
Mechanics of How Radon Causes Lung Cancer
Course ID#: SPRUCE-243
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Classroom
C.E. Credits: 4
Course Description: Take an in-depth look at the underlying mechanisms of how Radon gas and its decay products, directly and indirectly, affect the lungs, potentially leading to lung cancer. This course sheds light on the complicated processes of developing lung cancer from Radon exposure without having to have an extensive background in the medical field.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
Vapor Intrusion Mitigation and Standards
Course ID#: SPRUCE-244
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Classroom
C.E. Credits: 8
Course Description: This class provides an overview of methods that can be used to mitigate VI in existing buildings and new construction along with important considerations for selecting and designing an appropriate mitigation system for your site. The methods discussed include sub-slab depressurization, sub-membrane depressurization, building pressurization, and indoor air treatment as well as the major differences in all phases of planning/designing and installation as compared to typical Radon mitigation.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
COVID-19 & Radon Services
Course ID#: SPRUCE-246
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Classroom
C.E. Credits: 2
Course Description: How do you operate your business during the COVID-19 pandemic and do no harm? The course will teach students: Be safe, do no harm, operate a successful business while protecting yourself, your employees, protect occupant-clients, save lives from radon-induced lung cancer.
Some of the topics covered in this course:
• Critical realities about COVID-19 operational safety protocols
• Guidances for employers, employees and the workplace
• Specific recommendations for radon testing services
• Specific recommendations for radon mitigation services
• Preparing and stocking to meet COVID-19 radon mitigation/testing operations protocols
• Projected cost of supplies
• Recommended marketing approaches for radon services amid the pandemic (This course has been reviewed by CDC experts and other agencies and authorities.)
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
Quality Assurance for Small Businesses
Course ID#: SPRUCE-247
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Classroom
C.E. Credits: 4
Course Description: This course will cover the basic tenets of quality assurance and total quality management (ISO 9000) and how they apply to a small businesses that are geared specifically to radon measurement and mitigation businesses. The Einstein Approach to Quality Assurance for the Small Radon Businesses: If you can't explain it simply, you don't understand it well enough. To be presented in a live webcast for AARST 2020 Virtual Symposium on November 13, 2020.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
Intro Radon Measurement in Schools and Large Buildings
Course ID#: SPRUCE-323
Applicable to: Measurement
Course Type: Classroom
C.E. Credits: 4
Course Description: An intro look at what the new AARST/ANSI standard includes and best practices. This new document (the most current of all standards in this category) should be an essential tool for all certified measurement providers to reference and/or follow. This is a shorter version of our larger 8 hour course.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
HS Fans For Radon Mitigation
Course ID#: SPRUCE-5000
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Classroom,Online
C.E. Credits: 2
Course Description: Receive a manufacturer certificate in using the HS2750 or HS5500 from RadonAway. This free course will guide you through the operations, procedures and troubleshooting these High Suction Fans when installing for Radon or other soil gas mitigation projects. It also educates the user to other industries standard requirements. Pass our quiz and prove your proficiency in using the product and then let your customers know that you carry the RadonAway manufacturer's certificate in addition to your other certifications or licenses. This course also qualifies as a way to receive RadonAway’s extended warranty. 2 Category I CE Hours.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
RRNC for Large Buildings
Course ID#: SPRUCE-5001
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Classroom,Online
C.E. Credits: 4
Course Description: This 4-hour Live and Webinar CE course has been fully updated to reflect the requirements in ANSI/AARST CC-1000-2018: Soil Gas Control Systems in New Construction of Buildings, which addresses the construction of buildings to be utilized for multifamily or congregate residential, educational or commercial occupancies.
This course is important for all radon professionals – testers and mitigators alike. New construction Radon system requirements are gradually being adopted throughout the U.S. to comply with the latest industry standards and federal, state, county and local building codes and regulations. Electronic versions of pertinent course materials are included in the course fee. 4 Category I CE Hours.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
Multifamily Measurement (Formerly NRPP-203) – Webinar
Course ID#: SPRUCE-600
Applicable to: Measurement (MFM)
Course Type: Classroom
C.E. Credits: 8
Course Description: VERSION 2 OF THIS COURSE IS IN DEVELOPMENT (COMING in 2022). An introduction into the AARST/ANSI standard for measurement in multifamily buildings with an emphasis on the framework and reasons for changes from previous protocol.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
Compliant OM and M Plans for Single, Multifamily and Large-Building Mitigations
Course ID#: SPRUCE-8002
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Classroom,Online
C.E. Credits: 4
Course Description: Writing a proper OM&M plan in compliance with the new AARST/ANSI Mitigation protocols is an essential part of any professional’s business and legal priorities now. OM and M plans don’t just fulfill the obligations of the mitigator, they ensure a proper functioning Radon mitigation System for years to come when followed by a responsible party. Single family residence Mitigation now requires a a long term OM and M plan be procured. These can expand in complexity and become more comprehensive as the project size increases. We will cover the essentials required to list key components, while a structure of proper verification including timing and identifying responsible individuals as well as other critical or necessary functions of the plan. Using specific projects and example templates, the student will work from first communication, system start up, verification to final signatures.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
Compliant Test Reports for Single, Multifamily and Large Buildings
Course ID#: SPRUCE-8004
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Classroom,Online
C.E. Credits: 4
Course Description: Writing a proper report in compliance with the new AARST/ANSI testing protocols is an essential part of any professional’s business and legal priorities. Single family residence testing now requires a more robust reporting template for certain situations and can grow to a larger, more comprehensive report as the project size increases. We will cover the essential information required to observe and record in order to properly make opinions and interpretations that ensure defensible recommendations within a final summary. Using specific projects the student will work from first communication, deployment, retrieval to final signatures. In addition, testing protocols specific to multifamily buildings will be emphasized to help the radon professional perform a critically important and legally sensitive regimen that is integral to the ownership and property transfer of HUD-financed multifamily residences. Students should walk away with clearer understanding of what is required of them to fulfill their obligation
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
Spruce New Jersey Regulation
Course ID#: SPRUCE-8005
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Classroom,Online
C.E. Credits: 2
Course Description: This course covers the new NJ radon regulations and certification rules and how they will impact radon measurement and home inspection professionals.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
ANSI/AARST MAH Mandatory Standard Overview
Course ID#: SPRUCE-905
Applicable to: Measurement
Course Type: Classroom,Online,Home Study
C.E. Credits: 4
Course Description: Because the updated ANSI-AARST measurement and mitigation standards are ongoing, this course is mandatory. All certified individuals renewing after October 1, 2023 will need to have taken the appropriate course. This requirement will be an ongoing requirement each renewal cycle and courses will need to be updated as standards updates occur.
The course will cover changes to the existing MAH Standard as well as a review of current rules and regulations.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
Web based C.E. for Measurement Certification
A Summary of 40 Personal Radon Studies by Dr. Mike Kitto
Course ID#: KITTO-401
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Classroom,Online
C.E. Credits: 2
Course Description: This online course provides a summary from Dr. Mike Kitto of published and unpublished radon studies he has conducted over the last 30 years. Many of these studies have been presented during AARST symposia and have been included in journal publications.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
Do You Know Your Radon?
Course ID#: SPRUCE-221
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Online
C.E. Credits: 2
Course Description: This course is aimed at making sure no ASHI inspector is one of the misinformed on radon. Covering the most common myths, it gives inspectors the correct terminology and factual information without taking it into the realm of way out physics. Pointing out common mistakes in radon measurement practice, the presentation shows inspectors the right way to do it and the words to explain why. Being right about radon and explaining in a way that makes the client and agent understand may be one of the best marketing tools a tester has.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
Radon in Water: Residential Sampling and Aeration Mitigation (Formerly NRPP-63)
Course ID#: SPRUCE-300
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Online
C.E. Credits: 8
Course Description: This course provides you with the knowledge and skills required to test for radon in water, evaluate its risk and choose a mitigation system for waterborne radon. The course covers the sources of radon in water, the current guidelines, and factors that govern system installation.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
Radon Measurement in Schools and Large Buildings
Course ID#: SPRUCE-317
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Online
C.E. Credits: 8
Course Description: An in depth look at what the new AARST/ANSI standard and best practices. This new document (the most current of all standards in this category) should be an essential tool for all certified measurement providers to reference and/or follow.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
Marketing the Radon Message (Formerly NRPP-31a)
Course ID#: SPRUCE-400
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Online
C.E. Credits: 4
Course Description: This four-hour class applies current marketing principles to spreading the radon message. The goal is to increase business for the radon professional by increasing the market for services. Since the responsibility for informing the public about radon, its health threat, and mitigation has fallen so heavily on radon measurement and mitigation professionals, it pays to understand how to encourage sales of the radon product. This class encourages participants to think about the radon message as a product that competes with the buzz of other sales promotions and provides tools to grab attention for radon services
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
Quality Assurance-Quality Control (Formerly NRPP-80)
Course ID#: SPRUCE-401
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Online
C.E. Credits: 12
Course Description: Walk away with a complete Quality Assurance document using this on-line home study course. This interactive, step-by-step tutorial leads the residential radon measurement professional through creating a personalized QA/QC document by the completion of the course.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com/catalog/info/id:123
Devices: Proper Use and Handling
Course ID#: SPRUCE-402
Applicable to: Measurement
Course Type: Online
C.E. Credits: 2
Course Description: This two (2) hour measurement training course is so wide-ranging and concentrated that students frequently miss critical elements of proper device handling. Most students fail to properly perform the requisite quality control measurements for a defensible radon measurement practice. This course works to fill in those gaps.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
Detective Diagnostics – 4 hour
Course ID#: SPRUCE-406
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Online
C.E. Credits: 4
Course Description: Giving an overview of the different methods and tools to determine usual/unusual Radon pathways into the home and how to control them. From building investigations to PFE, Communication Testing and Sniff and Grab Sampling. Also includes some outside the box methods. This four (4) hour version will include real sniffer challenges, measurement PFE with Shop Vacs, measuring airflow and system balancing.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
Radon Measurement in Schools and Large Buildings
Course ID#: SPRUCE-408
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Online
C.E. Credits: 8
Course Description: An in depth look at what the new AARST/ANSI standard and best practices. This new document, the most current of all standards in this category, should be an essential tool for all certified measurement providers to reference and/or follow.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
Extreme System Failures
Course ID#: SPRUCE-409
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Online
C.E. Credits: 2
Course Description: Take an in depth look at some common, not so common and extreme mitigation system failures. Learn if/how these could have been avoided with proper diagnostics during and after installation. Join Dave Hill as he explores some of the more wild and "out there" failures that have been documented.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
The Geology of Radon
Course ID#: SPRUCE-410
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Online
C.E. Credits: 2
Course Description: Join Mike Kitto as he presents data and geology maps showing the correlation of potential high and low areas of Radon in different states.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
Development and Intercomparison of Radon-in-Water
Course ID#: SPRUCE-411
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Online
C.E. Credits: 2
Course Description: Join Mike Kitto as he explains the process of setting up standards for Radon in Water levels to be used for inter-comparisons between testing samples.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
Radon Emanation and Radionuclide Content of Subslab Fill Material and Granite Countertops
Course ID#: SPRUCE-412
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Online
C.E. Credits: 2
Course Description: Join Mike Kitto at NEAARST meeting to discuss Radon Emanation from Sub-slab fill and granite countertops. Explore in depth what factors show more emanation of Radon gas from different types of rock and how to test them.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
Intro Radon Measurement in Schools and Large Buildings 4 hour
Course ID#: SPRUCE-414
Applicable to: Measurement
Course Type: Online
C.E. Credits: 4
Course Description: An intro look at what the new AARST/ANSI standard includes and best practices. This new document (the most current of all standards in this category) should be an essential tool for all certified measurement providers to reference and/or follow. This is a shorter version of our larger 8 hour course.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
PPE Personal Protective Equipment
Course ID#: SPRUCE-416
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Online
C.E. Credits: 4
Course Description: Personal Protective Equipment is so important in the construction field but even more so in the Radon industry. With any Radon exposure comes risk and therefore, good practices to limit exposure are crucial. But safety on the job site doesn't end there. With new OSHA requirements for safety applicable to the Radon professional, it is important to keep up with these requirements to ensure your company is in proper compliance. This course will go through just about every type of protective equipment used by the Radon professional, for both the mitigator and measurement provider.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
Vapor Intrusion Mitigation and Standards
Course ID#: SPRUCE-418
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Online
C.E. Credits: 8
Course Description: This class provides an overview of methods that can be used to mitigate VI in existing buildings and new construction along with important considerations for selecting and designing an appropriate mitigation system for your site. The methods discussed include sub-slab depressurization, sub-membrane depressurization, building pressurization, and indoor air treatment as well as the major differences in all phases of planning/designing and installation as compared to typical Radon mitigation.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
Expert System Design: Fans, Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Tough Mitigation Projects
Course ID#: SPRUCE-419
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Online
C.E. Credits: 8
Course Description: This course will provide an understanding of the proper steps needed to design the best radon mitigation system for the specific site or project. We cover a wide range of sites from single-family to large complex projects, with practical approaches to using the different diagnostic tools and standard operating procedures available, making a mitigation company more effective and separate them from their competition. Topics discussed in class include Building Investigations, Confounders/Radon Pathways, House Pressure Differential Sources, Communication & Pressure Field Extension Testing with Micro-Manometers/Smoke, System Air Flow and Pressure Readings, Shop Vac Testing Simple/Complex, Sniffing and Grab Sampling, Sizing Fans Appropriately for the Application and Other System Designs and Augmentations. A significant portion of this class will involve detailed video demonstrations in our newly updated and fully equipped Training Center.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
COVID-19 & Radon Services
Course ID#: SPRUCE-420
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Online
C.E. Credits: 2
Course Description: How do you operate your business during the COVID-19 pandemic and do no harm? The course will teach students: Be safe, do no harm, operate a successful business while protecting yourself, your employees, protect occupant-clients, save lives from radon-induced lung cancer.
Some of the topics covered in this course:
• Critical realities about COVID-19 operational safety protocols
• Guidances for employers, employees and the workplace
• Specific recommendations for radon testing services
• Specific recommendations for radon mitigation services
• Preparing and stocking to meet COVID-19 radon mitigation/testing operations protocols
• Projected cost of supplies
• Recommended marketing approaches for radon services amid the pandemic (This course has been reviewed by CDC experts and other agencies and authorities.)
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
Quality Assurance for Small Businesses
Course ID#: SPRUCE-421
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Online
C.E. Credits: 4
Course Description: This online course will cover the basic tenets of quality assurance and total quality management (ISO 9000) and how they apply to a small businesses that are geared specifically to radon measurement and mitigation businesses. The Einstein Approach to Quality Assurance for the Small Radon Businesses: If you can't explain it simply, you don't understand it well enough.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
RadStarA310 RadonAway Device Specific Training
Course ID#: SPRUCE-422
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Online
C.E. Credits: 2
Course Description: Show your proficiency in operating the RadStarA30. This free course guides the user/owner through operations, procedures and troubleshooting of the RadStarA30 when performing Radon Measurements. Including downloading, generating and analyzing reports for your client.
Includes requirements to generate and upload a genuine 48hr test with quiz questions and pass an additional unique quiz through NRPP for DPT
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
RadStar A516 RadonAway Device Specific Training
Course ID#: SPRUCE-423
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Online
C.E. Credits: 2
Course Description: Show your proficiency in operating the RadStarA30. This free course guides the user/owner through operations, procedures and troubleshooting of the RadStar ALPHA 516 when performing Radon Measurements. Including downloading, generating and analyzing reports for your client.
Includes requirements to generate and upload a genuine 48hr test with quiz questions and pass an additional unique quiz through NRPP for DPT
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
HS Fans For Radon Mitigation
Course ID#: SPRUCE-5000
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Classroom,Online
C.E. Credits: 2
Course Description: Receive a manufacturer certificate in using the HS2750 or HS5500 from RadonAway. This free course will guide you through the operations, procedures and troubleshooting these High Suction Fans when installing for Radon or other soil gas mitigation projects. It also educates the user to other industries standard requirements. Pass our quiz and prove your proficiency in using the product and then let your customers know that you carry the RadonAway manufacturer's certificate in addition to your other certifications or licenses. This course also qualifies as a way to receive RadonAway’s extended warranty. 2 Category I CE Hours.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
RRNC for Large Buildings
Course ID#: SPRUCE-5001
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Classroom,Online
C.E. Credits: 4
Course Description: This 4-hour Live and Webinar CE course has been fully updated to reflect the requirements in ANSI/AARST CC-1000-2018: Soil Gas Control Systems in New Construction of Buildings, which addresses the construction of buildings to be utilized for multifamily or congregate residential, educational or commercial occupancies.
This course is important for all radon professionals – testers and mitigators alike. New construction Radon system requirements are gradually being adopted throughout the U.S. to comply with the latest industry standards and federal, state, county and local building codes and regulations. Electronic versions of pertinent course materials are included in the course fee. 4 Category I CE Hours.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
Compliant OM and M Plans for Single, Multifamily and Large-Building Mitigations
Course ID#: SPRUCE-8002
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Classroom,Online
C.E. Credits: 4
Course Description: Writing a proper OM&M plan in compliance with the new AARST/ANSI Mitigation protocols is an essential part of any professional’s business and legal priorities now. OM and M plans don’t just fulfill the obligations of the mitigator, they ensure a proper functioning Radon mitigation System for years to come when followed by a responsible party. Single family residence Mitigation now requires a a long term OM and M plan be procured. These can expand in complexity and become more comprehensive as the project size increases. We will cover the essentials required to list key components, while a structure of proper verification including timing and identifying responsible individuals as well as other critical or necessary functions of the plan. Using specific projects and example templates, the student will work from first communication, system start up, verification to final signatures.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
Compliant Test Reports for Single, Multifamily and Large Buildings
Course ID#: SPRUCE-8004
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Classroom,Online
C.E. Credits: 4
Course Description: Writing a proper report in compliance with the new AARST/ANSI testing protocols is an essential part of any professional’s business and legal priorities. Single family residence testing now requires a more robust reporting template for certain situations and can grow to a larger, more comprehensive report as the project size increases. We will cover the essential information required to observe and record in order to properly make opinions and interpretations that ensure defensible recommendations within a final summary. Using specific projects the student will work from first communication, deployment, retrieval to final signatures. In addition, testing protocols specific to multifamily buildings will be emphasized to help the radon professional perform a critically important and legally sensitive regimen that is integral to the ownership and property transfer of HUD-financed multifamily residences. Students should walk away with clearer understanding of what is required of them to fulfill their obligation
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
Spruce New Jersey Regulation
Course ID#: SPRUCE-8005
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Classroom,Online
C.E. Credits: 2
Course Description: This course covers the new NJ radon regulations and certification rules and how they will impact radon measurement and home inspection professionals.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
ANSI/AARST MAH Mandatory Standard Overview
Course ID#: SPRUCE-905
Applicable to: Measurement
Course Type: Classroom,Online,Home Study
C.E. Credits: 4
Course Description: Because the updated ANSI-AARST measurement and mitigation standards are ongoing, this course is mandatory. All certified individuals renewing after October 1, 2023 will need to have taken the appropriate course. This requirement will be an ongoing requirement each renewal cycle and courses will need to be updated as standards updates occur.
The course will cover changes to the existing MAH Standard as well as a review of current rules and regulations.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
Home Study C.E. for Measurement Certification
Marketing the Radon Message (Formerly NRPP-31)
Course ID#: SPRUCE-203
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Home Study
C.E. Credits: 4
Course Description: This four-hour class applies current marketing principles to spreading the radon message. The goal is to increase business for the radon professional by increasing the market for services. Since the responsibility for informing the public about radon, its health threat, and mitigation has fallen so heavily on radon measurement and mitigation professionals, it pays to understand how to encourage sales of the radon product. This class encourages participants to think about the radon message as a product that competes with the buzz of other sales promotions and provides tools to grab attention for radon services.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
Environmental Hazards
Course ID#: SPRUCE-212
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Home Study
C.E. Credits: 2
Course Description: Take a look at some of the onsite environmental hazards the radon professional can run into everyday. Learn why they are hazardous, how we prevent exposure, and what to do if the potential for exposure warrants corrective action. (Formerly NRPP-185)
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
Science of the Atom: Radiation, Radioactivity and Radon
Course ID#: SPRUCE-219
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Home Study
C.E. Credits: 3
Course Description: This back to basics course includes discussion of the science behind ionizing radiation, biological effects and available measurement techniques, plus a few new twists, including demonstrations of several ways to visualize alpha particles.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
Recession Proofing Your Radon Business (Formerly NRPP-90)
Course ID#: SPRUCE-301
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Home Study
C.E. Credits: 2
Course Description: This video course applies experts' suggestions on how to keep a business afloat, thriving and ready to take advantage of the new trends in the real estate industry; strengthening and stream-lining current business practices; taking advantage of the radon in the burgeoning green and Energy Star movements; and out-of-the-box thinking on up-selling proven to be successful in other business models.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
Ask The Experts: Advanced Mitigation Techniques (Formerly NRPP-97)
Course ID#: SPRUCE-302
Applicable to: Measurement
Course Type: Home Study
C.E. Credits: 2
Course Description: Filmed before a live audience, three experienced mitigators share tips on choosing the right fan, working in new construction, and adapting mitigations to the real world.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
Dave's Corner (Formerly NRPP-99)
Course ID#: SPRUCE-303
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Home Study
C.E. Credits: 1
Course Description: Join Dave Kapturowski for a prerecorded video and slide presentation of some advanced mitigation techniques and pointers. Dave covers designing the mitigation system for optimum performance, choosing the best fan for the job and combating problem condensation. Three 20-minute segments, each followed by a quiz, offer a full hour of field-relevant continuing education for radon mitigation professionals needing the next level of mitigation instruction.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
Writing The Contract and Guarantee (Formerly NRPP-114)
Course ID#: SPRUCE-306
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Home Study
C.E. Credits: 2
Course Description: This video was filmed before a live audience. This video presentation covers the importance of a contract as part of a company risk management program. Dave Hill, a former radon mitigation contractor, and Risk management expert Al Everts touch on risk avoidance, risk control, contractual transfer of risk and insurance. The video describes the elements of a sound contract, defines and explains the differences between warranties and guarantees, and puts insurance in its place as the last line of defense. If have have a radon business, you need to watch this video.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
Advanced Mitigation Techniques: Troubleshooting Tough Homes (Formerly NRPP-121)
Course ID#: SPRUCE-307
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Home Study
C.E. Credits: 2
Course Description: This video course offers mitigators the experience of the experts, who discuss mitigating difficult homes. Experienced mitigators share their techniques for diagnosing a difficult or successful mitigation, and respond to audience comments with additional expertise.
Actually earn 1.5 CE hours
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
Where is The Radon Really Coming From? (Formerly NRPP-122)
Course ID#: SPRUCE-308
Applicable to: Measurement & Mitigation
Course Type: Home Study
C.E. Credits: 2
Course Description: Is the soil the source? Or something else? Mitigators continue to report they were unable to meet contractually agreed on radon concentrations because of radon in water, building materials, or nearby sources. What,s the responsibility of testers and mitigators to communicate the relative risks of these other sources? What liability do they incur by either raising or not raising the issues? Then, what,s the best way of communicating and addressing those risks?
Actually 1.5 CE hours
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
ANSI/AARST MAH Mandatory Standard Overview
Course ID#: SPRUCE-905
Applicable to: Measurement
Course Type: Classroom,Online,Home Study
C.E. Credits: 4
Course Description: Because the updated ANSI-AARST measurement and mitigation standards are ongoing, this course is mandatory. All certified individuals renewing after October 1, 2023 will need to have taken the appropriate course. This requirement will be an ongoing requirement each renewal cycle and courses will need to be updated as standards updates occur.
The course will cover changes to the existing MAH Standard as well as a review of current rules and regulations.
Provided by Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA, Phone: (800) 355-0901, Email: training@spruce.com
Website: https://sprucetraining.talentlms.com
NRPP Approved Continuing Education Providers
The NRPP does not provide training, but approves courses for continuing education. You can find links to the individual training providers in the course descriptions below. Click the Measurement or Mitigation buttons below to view the full list of courses administered by each provider. A $1 per credit hour CE administrative fee is assessed to training providers for CE courses submitted to the NRPP for certification renewals.
Training Providers: If you are a training provider and wish to submit a course to the NRPP for consideration, please email courses@nrpp.info to request a copy of our current education handbook and course application.
AARST Hosted C.E., Online Webinar
Courses provided in Web Based format
10 Measurement Courses 11 Mitigation Courses
Airthings Pro Academy, 9 Main Street, Suite 2F, Sutton, MA 01590
Courses provided in Home Study, Web Based, Web Based format
4 Measurement Courses
American Radon Mitigation, Inc., Minneapolis, Minnesota
Courses provided in Classroom, Web Based format
2 Mitigation Courses
Breeze,
Courses provided in Web Based format
1 Measurement Courses
Center for Environmental Research & Technology, Inc. (CERTI), Flemington, NJ 08822
Courses provided in Classroom, Classroom, Web Based, Home Study, Home Study, Web Based, Web Based format
29 Measurement Courses 26 Mitigation Courses
Eastern Regional Radon Training Center through Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ
Courses provided in Web Based format
4 Measurement Courses 3 Mitigation Courses
Ecosense, 1460 Maria Way, San Jose, CA 95117
Courses provided in Classroom, Web Based, Web Based format
2 Measurement Courses 1 Mitigation Courses
Environmental Consultants and Affiliates Network (ECAN), 17 West Water Street, Muncy, PA 17756
Courses provided in Classroom, Web Based, Classroom, Web Based, Home Study, Web Based format
4 Measurement Courses 2 Mitigation Courses
femto-TECH, Inc., Carlisle, OH
Courses provided in Web Based format
1 Measurement Courses
Green Training USA, LLC, VA,
Courses provided in Web Based format
3 Measurement Courses 2 Mitigation Courses
IEA, Hendersonville, NC 28792
Courses provided in Web Based format
1 Measurement Courses 1 Mitigation Courses
Kansas State University (MURC-KSU), Manhattan, KS
Courses provided in Classroom, Classroom, Web Based, Classroom, Web Based, Home Study format
14 Measurement Courses 14 Mitigation Courses
KSU Radon Courses, Manhattan, KS
Courses provided in Classroom, Classroom, Web Based, Classroom, Web Based, Home Study format
5 Measurement Courses 6 Mitigation Courses
Minnesota Department of Health, PO Box 64075, St. Paul, MN 55162
Courses provided in Web Based format
6 Measurement Courses 11 Mitigation Courses
Norad Corp., Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Courses provided in Web Based format
3 Measurement Courses 2 Mitigation Courses
Professional Home Inspection Institute, Madison, SD
Courses provided in Web Based format
4 Measurement Courses 2 Mitigation Courses
Rad Elec Inc., Frederick, MD
Courses provided in Web Based format
1 Measurement Courses
RAdata, Flanders, NJ
Courses provided in Web Based format
1 Measurement Courses 1 Mitigation Courses
Radon Program State of CT Dept. of Public Health, Hartford,
Courses provided in Classroom format
1 Measurement Courses
Radon Testing Corporation of America, Elmsford, NY 10523
Courses provided in Classroom, Web Based format
8 Measurement Courses 3 Mitigation Courses
RadonAway, Ward Hill, MA
Courses provided in Web Based format
5 Measurement Courses
Radonology Online Training, PO Box 448 Martensville SK, Canada, SOK 2T0
Courses provided in Web Based format
1 Measurement Courses
Spruce Environmental Technologies, Inc., Ward Hill, MA
Courses provided in Classroom, Classroom, Web Based, Classroom, Web Based, Home Study, Home Study, Web Based format
50 Measurement Courses 52 Mitigation Courses
SunRADON, Melbourne
Courses provided in Web Based format
1 Measurement Courses
Trinity Environmental, Atlanta, GA 30329
Courses provided in Web Based format
1 Measurement Courses 1 Mitigation Courses
US Inspect, LLC,
Courses provided in Web Based format
3 Measurement Courses 3 Mitigation Courses