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P.O. Box 959, Winder, GA 30680 · (770) 867-2607 · info@centerforhousingeducation.org Schedule of Classes for 2008 Jan 14 Mastering Quickbooks for Contractors. Learn how to set up Quickbooks to track profitability on a per job basis as well as use it as a tool to keep accounting records in order. This class is geared towards builders that are already using Quickbooks but want to use it more efficiently. 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. Community Bank & Trust in Winder. $50. To download the registration form, click here. Feb 11 OSHA Hazard Assessment. Increase safety practices and minimize the risk of injury on your jobsites. The course will utilize real world case studies of how an effective program will both reduce jobsite injuries and save money. 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Barrow County Schools Professional Development Center. $125. Administrative Assistants are free with one company representative, each additional company rep is $75. To download the registration form, click here. Jan 28 Monthly Safety Training.* 1 - 1:30 p.m. Feb TBD OSHA Required Written Health & Safety Plan. You will walk away with a written company-specific safety plan at the completion of this course. We will also discuss "What to do when OSHA knocks on your door." All worksheets/templates will be provided to students on disk (Spanish available by request). 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Barrow County Schools Professional Development Center. $150. Administrative Assistants are free with one company representative, each additional company rep is $75. Prerequisite Course: OSHA Hazard Assessment. Feb 25 Monthly Safety Training.* 1 - 1:30 p.m. Feb 26 Spokesperson Training. Public speaking does not have to be a stressful experience. This seminar will teach you how to confidently prepare and deliver dynamic presentations to any audience. Max number of students: 12. 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. $200. To download the registration form, click here. Mar 17 Effective Marketing on a Shoestring Budget. Effective marketing can make the difference between an average sales year and a great one. Approved for GREC. 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. $175 Mar 19, 20 OSHA 10 hour Construction Industry Training. The 10-hour program is intended to provide a variety of construction safety and health training. Training will emphasize hazard identification, avoidance, control, and prevention. Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive an OSHA 10-Hour Construction Outreach DOL course completion card. 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. $150 Mar 24 Monthly Safety Training.*. 1 - 1:30 p.m. Apr 17 Builder Licensing Residential-Basic Exam Prep Course. 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. $250 + Books Optional. To download the informational flyer, click here. Apr 28 Monthly Safety Training.* 1 - 1:30 p.m. May 7 CPR/First Aid. Upon successful completion, the student receives a 2 year certification card. 8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. $55 May 19 Monthly Safety Training.* 1 - 1:30 p.m. Jun 23 Monthly Safety Training.* 1 - 1:30 p.m. Jul 28 Monthly Safety Training.* 1 - 1:30 p.m. Aug 11 , 12 Lifestyle Merchandising, Advertising and Promotion Strategies. This course offers you an array of advertising, public relations and marketing ideas, including the design of models and sales centers that appeal to a target market, optimize traffic flow and impress prospective customers. Approved for GREC. 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. $350 Aug Date TBD Fall Prevention Training. 7:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. $20 Members, $25 Non-members Aug 25 Monthly Safety Training.* 1 - 1:30 p.m. Sep 22 Monthly Safety Training.* 1 - 1:30 p.m. Oct 27 Monthly Safety Training.* 1 - 1:30 p.m. Oct Date TBA - Selling your Business to a Builder. Nov 5 Erosion & Sediment Control Subcontractors Course. Nov 5 Erosion & Sediment Control Recertification Course. Nov 12 Profitable Business Through Quality Practices (8 hours). This course will teach you key strategies for creating value and providing a quality building/remodeling experience for your homeowners. Topics include meeting the quality challenge with customers, with competitors, and within your company. 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. $175 Nov 17 Monthly Safety Training.* 1 - 1:30 p.m. Dec 15 Monthly Safety Training.* 1 - 1:30 p.m. Registration begins 30 min before each class. Registration Fees for non-HBA members are an additional $25. Monthly Safety Trainings are Free for all CCSC candidates, $5 for employees of CCSCs $20 for all others. They are held the 4th Monday of the month except in May, Nov & Dec. The location and safety topic will be announced by the 1st of each month on this website. For more information on the Certified Construction Safety Coordinator Designation (CCSC), please contact us.
If you have not yet applied for your Builders License, we strongly recommend that you do so immediately. You can download the application at http://sos.georgia.gov/plb/contractors/default.htm. You may also register for any of the above classes online (pay by credit card) at http://www.hbag.net/calendar.asp Questions? Call us at 770-867-2607 or email info@centerforhousingeducation.org
Sponsorship Opportunities If you are interested in sponsoring the lunch or breakfast for one of the Center's Classes, please contact us at 770-867-2607. This is a great opportunity to speak to your specific target group. Your logo will be printed on the event registration form, you will receive recognition in the newsletter, and you will have an opportunity to speak at the class.
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