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New Schedules Posted & Registration is Open!

The next 4-month SBA Program in SF will begin on June 1, 2012. The next 9-month class will begin on Nov. 2, 2012. See the new schedules and  register. Early registration is recommended to save your seat in the class.

Continuing Education Credits

Earn 100 American Institute of Architecture (AIA) Learning Units and Built It Green continuing education credits by participating in the SBA Program. LEED APs & LEED GAs may also earn up to 100 continuing education units through this USGBC approved Mastery Level Education Provider Program.

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The Paperless Diet for Your Construction Jobsite

According to Inform, the average American uses about 663 pounds of paper in a year. When you consider that a ream of paper weighs 5 pounds, that’s 132 pounds – over 13 boxes of paper. About 30% of that is recycled, but it’s still a significant paper footprint. And, if you’re in construction, it’s time [...]

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The Sustainable Building Advisor (SBA) Program is a comprehensive certification program that trains you in the practical, forward-thinking ways to design, construct and manage buildings that are resource efficient, environmentally responsible, cost effective, and healthy for all occupants. The SBA Program is applicable to new construction and existing buildings, in both the commercial and residential sectors.

How It Works

How it works - Sustainable Building Advisor ProgramThe SBA Program in San Francisco is offered in nine-month and four-month formats. The nine-month program is designed for busy professionals and meets only two days per month.  The four-month program covers the same curriculum in a shorter period of time, meeting every two weeks. Both programs are taught by a network of over thirty subject experts and include field trips to exemplary projects throughout the Bay Area. The SBA Program is delivered to you in an interactive format that encourages innovation and systems thinking.

Certification

Certified Sustainable Building Advisor (CSBA)After successfully completing the SBA program, your next step is to become a Certified Sustainable Building Advisor (CSBA) by taking the CSBA exam. A passing score entitles you to use the designation CSBA after your name on business cards, resume and other marketing material. Certification is granted by the Sustainable Building Advisor Institute.

Continuing Education

U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) - LEED AccreditationThe SBA Program is approved for 100 Learning Units with the American Institute of Architects (AIA). LEED Accredited Professionals and LEED Green Associates may also earn up to 100 continuing education credits for this Mastery Level Education Provider Program approved by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC).

Other Cool Stuff

Bay Area Green Business Remodeler ProgramContractors and Architects with the Certified Sustainable Building Advisor (CSBA) credential meet the requirements to be a part of the Bay Area Green Business Remodeler Program.

Find Out More

SBA ProviderWe’d like to hear from you! To learn more about the Sustainable Building Advisor program, please contact us by clicking the button below or join us at the next open house. RSVP here: May 17, 2012.

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