Education
The Home Builders Association of the Grand Traverse Area's mission includes the support of educational initiatives within our community. With education as one of the foundations of our association, we offer a variety of opportunities and venues for professional development and education that include the following and more.
All classes currently on the HBAGTA education calendar are LIVE virtual online classes. When Covid-19 restrictions allow, we will be scheduling CPR & First Aid courses and other in-person classes.
Upcoming Classes
Marketing and Sales for Building Professionals
Apr. 22, 2021
Virtual Class
Presented by Tag Gilkeson,
Tag & Associates, LLC
MIOSHA Scaffolds & Scaffold Platforms
Apr. 29, 2021
Virtual Class
Sky Trak Telehandler Training
PILOT PROGRAM
May 12, 2021
Class is full
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put on the waiting list.
231-946-2305
Construction Contracts
and Law
May 13, 2021
Virtual Class
Presented by Tag Gilkeson,
Tag & Associates, LLC
Universal Design
Essentials
May 27, 2021
Virtual Class
Presented by Tag Gilkeson,
Tag & Associates, LLC
Basics of Building
June 8, 2021
Virtual Class
Presented by Tag Gilkeson,
Tag & Associates, LLC
Land Development: Getting Started, Business Mgmt. & Financing
July 14, 2021
Virtual Class
Presented by Tag Gilkeson,
Tag & Associates, LLC
Site Planning, Approvals & Construction
Aug. 12, 2021
Virtual Class
Presented by Tag Gilkeson,
Tag & Associates, LLC
Certified Aging-In-Place Specialist (CAPS)
The Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS) designation program teaches the technical, business management, and customer service skills essential to competing in the fastest growing segment of the residential remodeling industry: home modifications for the aging-in-place.
All 3 CAPS classes are required to earn the NAHB CAPS designation.
CAPS I - Marketing & Communicating with the Aging in Place Client
Oct. 4, 2021
Virtual Class
Presented by Tag Gilkeson,
Tag & Associates, LLC
CAPS II - Design Concepts for Livable Homes and Aging in Place
Oct. 5, 2021
Virtual Class
Presented by Tag Gilkeson,
Tag & Associates, LLC
CAPS III - Details and Solutions for Livable Homes and Aging in Place
Oct. 6, 2021
Virtual Class
Presented by Tag Gilkeson,
Tag & Associates, LLC
Understanding Today's New Home Buyer
Sept. 9, 2021
Virtual Class
Presented by Tag Gilkeson,
Tag & Associates, LLC
Business Accounting & Job Costing
Oct 22, 2021
Virtual Class
Presented by Tag Gilkeson,
Tag & Associates, LLC
Construction Contracts & Law
Nov. 3, 2021
Virtual Class
Presented by Tag Gilkeson,
Tag & Associates, LLC
Risk Management & Insurance for Building Professionals
Nov. 30, 2021
Virtual Class
Presented by Tag Gilkeson,
Tag & Associates, LLC
On Demand Webinars
How to Keep a Positive Mental Attitude in a Sometimes Negative World
How to Make Your Business Standout From the Competition - Developing Your Unique Factor
How to Build Your On-Line Presence and Turbo Charge Your Small Business Marketing Power
Networking for Results
HBAGTA EDUCATIONAL PARTNERS
The HBAGTA is proud to work with these amazing educational partners to bring you a wider scope of classes.
From online classes to a more formal education, turn to the HBAGTA and our partners for your educational needs.
Education Program Yearly Sponsorships - New Opportunities!
Education is one of the HBAGTA’s Core Values: We know a well-educated membership is the cornerstone of the home building industry. We believe that the HBAGTA has the possibility and opportunity to facilitate learning for every member and that every member has the obligation to acquire new knowledge, skills, values, and habits to support the communities perception of our industry.
Exclusive Platinum Sponsor
$5,500*
- Logo recognition in all education promotion
- Signage at each class
- 2-3 minutes of speaking opportunity at beginning of each class
- Tabletop display space at in-person classes
- Registration for 2 attendees at each class
- List of attendees with addresses
- Logo recognition in the email signature of the HBAGTA Education Coordinator
- Logo recognition in the bi-weekly Tuesday Toolbox e-newsletter
- Logo recognition with link to your website on the hbagta.com homepage
- Logo recognition with link to your website on the hbagta.com upcoming classes webpage
- Logo recognition with link to your website on the online class registration page
*Sponsorship fees are prorated
Gold Sponsor - Limit 4
$2,000*
- Signage at each class
- 2-3 minutes of speaking opportunity at beginning of each class
- Tabletop display space at in-person classes
- Registration for 1 attendee at each class
- List of attendees upon request
- Logo recognition in the email signature of the HBAGTA Education Coordinator
- Logo recognition in the bi-weekly Tuesday Toolbox e-newsletter
- Logo recognition on the hbagta.com upcoming classes webpage
- Logo recognition on the online class registration page
*Sponsorship fees are prorated
Contact Debbie at 231-946-2305 or debbie@hbagta.com for more information.
Member Testimonial
"The HBA CAPS Certification course offers a wealth of information to any builder or other professional, interested in expanding their knowledge of incorporating spaces for seniors or anyone requiring additional accommodations, with the goal towards staying in their existing home. This valuable class can help improve your business for a growing market. " Mike McCumby, Saxton-McCumby Builders, Inc.