Online anytime - Louisiana 6-Hour Continuing Education Weatherization and Renewable Energy Online Anytime

This online 6-Hour Weatherization and Renewable Energy course will teach students how to reduce building envelope failures and how to implement renewable energy products into their design to achieve sustainability and efficiency in projects.

Energy efficient structures must be efficient inside and out. Poor designs and wasteful energy systems can create costly projects that are damaging to the environment. As a result, developers who want to be competitive in the industry must be familiar with efficient designs in use today.

In the Weatherization portion of this course, students will learn the causes of building envelope failures. This course covers techniques to create building envelopes that outlast inclement weather.

In the Renewable Energy portion, students will get a comprehensive look at wind, solar and other sources of renewable energy on the market today. Students will learn how to incorporate these products into their design and which rebates and incentives are available to their clients.

Geared toward self-paced learning, this course is conveniently provided online. This course is approved for six (6) continuing education credits from the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors.

Who Should Take this Course?

• Energy industry workers
• Contractors
• Developers
• Property Owners
• Architects

Topics to be Covered

• Foundation Construction
• Wall Construction
• Roof Construction
• Window and Door Installation
• Ventilation System Installation
• Building Envelope Best Practices
• Wind Power
• Solar Energy

This course has no prerequisites - sign up today and earn continuing education credits today!

Please Note:  This course is a pre-recorded online anytime seminar which allows you to be trained and certified at the convenience of your own schedule and in the luxury of your own home! Students will have up to six months of access to course content. 

Why Should You Take This course?

The Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC) requires residential contractors to complete six (6) hours per year by your original licensing date to renew your Louisiana Contractor License.  This increased in January, 2012 from four hours to six hours each year.

What happens if I don't renew my license by my renewal date?

A delinquent penalty of $50 for late renewal of Residential contractor licenses may be assessed 15 days following the expiration date. Failure to renew your license within six months after your renewal date will result in forfeiture of your renewal rights and you will have to start all over. If you have specific questions about your renewal period, please contact the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC) at:  (225) 765-2301

How many hours of continuing education do I need to complete?

You are required to complete six hours per year by your original licensing date to renew your Louisiana Contractor License. This increased in January, 2012 from four hours to six hours each year.

How Does This Online Anytime Course Work?

Learning objectives are provided to facilitate student understanding and progress. Informal progress checks throughout the module help students review and measure their understanding of the material. The assessment at the end of each chapter accurately reflects learning objectives.

Our courses do not allow you to fail the quiz. Once you achieve 70% on the quiz, you will move on to the next chapter.It's that easy!