IECRM partners with USGBC Colorado for a visionary job skill training program ...

"IECRM partners with USGBC Colorado for a visionary job skill training program to elevate the green building skills of Colorado workers and keep them competitive in the marketplace. GPRO is a series of training courses and coordinated certificate exams that teach those who build, renovate, and maintain buildings the principles of sustainability combined with trade-specific green construction knowledge. GPRO was developed by the Urban Green Council chapter of the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), the leading authority on efficient and affordable green buildings.

This course may be available FREE OF CHARGE! To see if you or your students qualify for tuition-paid training, contact IECRM at 303-853-4886 for assistance locating a State Workforce Center or click here to find the center nearest you. You will need to ask for the SESP Scholarship qualifications and mention this course specifically.

GPRO Fundamentals of Green Building
(Prerequisite course for all GPRO trade-specific courses)
Date: Wednesday, October 5, 2011
Time: 5pm to 9pm
Location: IECRM Denver Campus
Cost: $280 per attendee
Entry-level course to teach experienced professionals the basics of sustainability and green building. Course materials cover the "green gap" between standard trade skills and the new awareness and skills required to successfully implement green building. Individuals with experience in construction and building operations will have an advantage when taking this course, but anyone interested in green building is encouraged to participate. This course is accredited for USGBC LEED AP continuing education credits!

GPRO Electrical Systems
Date: Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Time: 5:30pm to 9:30pm
Location: IECRM Denver Campus
Cost: $330 per attendee
IECRM and USGBC Colorado continue to lead the country in delivering this new, innovative training to electrical contractors! GPRO Electrical Systems expands on topics presented during the GPRO Fundamentals of Green Building course, and goes on to teach sustainable construction practices to workers in the electrical industry. Upon completion of this course, students will take an examination for certification as a GPRO accredited professional. This course is accredited for USGBC LEED AP continuing education credits!

To RSVP for these courses, go to www.iecrm.org/Courses.aspx. The deadline to register for GPRO Fundamentals of Building Green is September 30. The deadline date for GPRO Electrical Systems is October 14.

Independent Electrical Contractors - Rocky Mountain (IECRM)
480 East 76th Avenue, Building 5 / Denver, Colorado 80229 www.IECRM.org

Scholarship for New Sustainability Program at Daniels

The Daniels College of Business, Natural Capitalism Solutions, and CORE (Connected Organizations for a Responsible Economy), have partnered to offer a new certification program in Sustainability Leadership and Implementation.

The course will be taught by sustainability leader L. Hunter Lovins and clinical professor of leadership at the Daniels College of Business Scott McLagan. Participants will earn a Certificate in Sustainability Leadership and Implementation while gaining the knowledge and skills needed to implement an effective and profit-enhancing sustainability program for their organization.

The Colorado Workforce Centers and the State Energy Sector Partnership (SESP) are offering a select number of scholarships for the course, covering 75-100% of the program cost. There are up to 14 scholarships available, 9 of which are being offered exclusively to the Areospace, Energy, Clean Tech and IT industries in Boulder County.

Course Dates:
The course will run October 7th – November 19th, 2011 and includes 6 classroom days (48 contact hours), plus readings and discussion between classes. Classes will be held Fridays and Saturdays: October 7 & 8, October 21 & 22, and November 18 & 19, 8AM – 5PM, at the University of Denver campus. Parking and meals will be provided on class days.

Visit www.natcapsolutions.org/ducourse for more information