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SUMMARY:NGICP (National Green Infrastructure Certification Program) Class
DESCRIPTION:35-Hour Class – Offered on 7 Afternoons 12:00pm-5:00pm EDT\nMonday 11/30/20\, Tuesday 12/1/20\, Tuesday 12/8/20\, Thursday 12/10/20\, Tuesday 12/15\, Thursday 12/17\, and Tuesday 12/22.\nLearn Stormwater Solutions\nWhat is NGICP Certification?\nInitiated under the leadership of DC Water and the Water Environment Federation\, the National Green Infrastructure Certification Program (NGICP) sets national certification standards for green infrastructure (GI) construction\, inspection\, and maintenance workers. \nDesigned to meet international best-practice standards\, the certification advances the establishment of sustainable communities by promoting GI as an environmentally and economically beneficial stormwater management option\, supporting the development of proficient green work-forces\, and establishing a career path for skilled GI workers. \nWhy Is NGICP Certification Necessary?\nThe program provides the foundation understanding needed to properly design and oversee construction\, inspection\, and maintenance of green stormwater infrastructure.  Designed to meet international best practice standards\, this program provides candidates with the technical skills necessary to incorporate green infrastructure into projects successfully. This 35-hour course is the prerequisite for the exam to achieve NGICP certification. The comprehensive program: \n\nExpands your green infrastructure building\, inspection\, and maintenance knowledge\nProvides competitive edge in the green infrastructure arena\nOffers clients a way to identify certified individuals with NGICP Certification Database\nDemonstrates an investment in your professional expertise\nOffers access to more GI project opportunities\nShows your commitment to supporting sustainable performance of GI practices\n\nWhat Skills are Taught in NGICP Certification\nThis course prepares you to demonstrate your competency in these green infrastructure areas: \n\nBioretention (rain gardens\, bioretention cells\, curb extensions/bulb-outs\, bioswales and stormwater planters)\nRainwater harvesting (rain barrels and cisterns)\nPermeable pavements (porous concrete\, pervious asphalt and permeable pavers)\nGreen roofs and blue roofs\nDry wells and stormwater wetlands\nA high school diploma (or equivalent) is required to be eligible for NGICP certification\n\nRegister now to grow your expertise and become a part of the clean water solution. \nWould you like to speak to a graduate of the program in order to learn firsthand about the course? Contact ela.info@comcast.net. \nClass Tuition: $800 \nCertification Exam\nThe in-person exam will be scheduled in January at a location convenient to registrants. At this point\, exam locations will be held in New England\, depending upon the location of registrants. If you are located outside of New England\, arrangements can be made for a testing site near you. Approved NGICP applicants will receive an email from ELA regarding scheduling the NGICP exam. The NGICP Exam must be scheduled within one year of completion of training. There is an additional $200 fee for the exam. \nContinuing Education Credits\nThis program has been granted continuing education credits by NOFA and LA CES. \nThis class is co-sponsored by NOFA OLC. \nAbout the Presenter\nTrevor Smith is a stormwater and regenerative landscape consultant and a landscape designer for A Yard and a Half Landscape Cooperative – an ecological landscape design and install company in the Boston area. For 20 years Trevor has worked to improve our planet and our community through ecological landscape design and education. As past President and current Board member of the Ecological Landscape Alliance (ELA)\, Trevor and ELA work to bring vital information\, resources and educational materials to the landscape design community. Trevor has taught many classes on Green Infrastructure; is a regular contributor to landscape publications; and is a frequent lecturer at industry events.\nTrevor’s work has led the way in GSI as well as regenerative land care throughout New England. His specialties include: Green Infrastructure\, Urban Farming\, Stormwater Management\, Rain Harvesting\, Native Plant Design\, and Soil Reclamation.\nTrevor’s work on Green Infrastructure projects in Boston has earned him two prestigious awards: Greenovate Boston and the EPA Environmental Merit Award. Trevor holds the following certifications: LEED Green Associate\, Massachusetts Certified Horticulturist\, Accredited Organic Land Care Professional\, Certified Rainwater Harvesting Installer\, Certified Green Roof and Wall Installer\, Certified Porous Pave Installer\, Certified Landscape for Life Trainer\, National Green Infrastructure Certified Professional Trainer.\nTrevor is the past President of the Ecological Landscape Alliance\, Sustainability Board Member of the Boston Green Academy\, member of the Northeast Organic Farming Association\, member of the United States Green Business Council\, member of the Bio-nutrient Food Association\, and a member of the Massachusetts Nursery and Landscape Association
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