
Education
We are currently developing the BLD Certified™ training programs, in conjunction with leading industry trade associations, manufacturers and building industry media providers.
Designers, Builders and Remodelers
BLD Certification™ Training/Professional Development.
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Opportunity for both introductory and advanced education
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Ongoing continuing education in order to retain BLD™ credentials
BLD Criteria Training™
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Learn about the BLDCriteria™ used to award Approved Project status
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Introduction to the BLD Criteria™ Commentary
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Key to BLD Approved™ Project success
Supply chain, including manufacturers, suppliers, dealers and retailers
Webinars, seminars and one-on-one educational opportunities in order to understand:
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Housing demographics and market potential of BLD™
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BLDApprove™ Project Criteria and Commentary
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How to connect and partner with BLD™ designers, builders and remodelers.
Consumer
Online as well as live presentations to educate the homebuyer or remodeling client to:
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Understand and appreciate the short and longer-term advantage of completing a BLD Approved™ Project
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See the value of partnering with a BLD™ professional.
Publications
Richard Duncan, Executive Director of Universal Design Institute, offers a three part video series in collaboration with AARP that explains how homes can be designed for people of all ages, abilities, and life stages.


Lesson 1: How to Create Better Home Environments

Lesson 2: Basics of Universal and Age-Friendly Design

Lesson 3: Benefits of Universal and Age-Friendly Homes
