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BY CELESTE HALL EDUCATION & FACILITIES COORDINATOR MBAKS W e're excited to announce the return of the popular and informative Healthy Home Training for Building Professionals series, in conjunction with partners Sunshine Construction, Built Green, and the Northwest EcoBuilding Guild. This eight-week course is built for construction, design, and housing professionals looking to incorporate healthy and sustainable techniques into residential construction and remodels. Participants will take extensive, in-depth information and resources and apply them to daily practices. This expert-led, hands-on training also includes a visit and walkthrough of a model healthy home. This is the definitive way to gain a greater understanding of building science and indoor air quality benefits to best meet customers' needs. SIX REASONS YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS COURSE 1 It's an incredible learning opportunity. Not only will you master healthy construction tips for everyday use, but you'll also learn how healthy construction can benefit you and the area in which you live. Healthy Home Series Returns to MBAKS Register by November 30 at mbaks.com/healthy-homes for early bird pricing! 2 You'll gain powerful experience. Hands-on training featuring an on-site visit means you're not just learning—you're doing! 3 Exclusive networking opportunities. Meet some of the best and brightest housing professionals in the Puget Sound region. 4 It won't hinder your work schedule. Each class is divided into three-hour afternoon sessions just once a week. Minimal interference with your day-to-day means optimal opportunity to improve your skills. 5 You'll be able to rep your company. Not only will you get to know your national and regional field expert instructors, but you will also be promoting your company to others while mastering green building techniques. 6 You'll feel better overall. When you are working for the good of the environment, our communities, and its residents, it's incredibly uplifting. Then you can pass the feel-good energy into your work day! The series will be facilitated by industry leaders Aileen Gagney and Jon Alexander, with special guest speakers slated for each session topic. 2019 SERIES SCHEDULE FEBRUARY 21 Health Impacts Design Considerations FEBRUARY 28 Building Science and Energy Efficiency MARCH 7 Indoor Air Quality: Moisture and Mold Implications MARCH 14 Dust Filtration and Ventilation MARCH 21 Health and Light Health and Noise MARCH 28 Materials and Toxicity Materials Selection: Past, Present, and Future MARCH 30 Site Visit APRIL 4 Overview of Healthy Home Rating Systems Quality Assurance Integrated Pest Management APRIL 11 Owner Maintenance and the Impact of Clutter Writing Healthy Home Specification Want to learn how to keep homes healthy and homeowners happy? This series is for you. 13 WINTER 2018 master builder membership value