LEED Workshops @ Greenbuild

Attend LEED workshops at Greenbuild and earn up to 7 hours of continuing education credit. Many workshops also qualify for LEED-specific hours.

All USGBC LEED education programs meet eligibility requirements for the LEED Green Associate, and many meet credential maintenance requirements for the Green Associate and LEED AP credentials. USGBC workshops are taught by our skilled LEED Faculty and experienced LEED practitioners who are also trained facilitators.

LEED 201: Core Concepts & Strategies
Monday, November 12 from 8:30 am – 5:00 pm (Session ID: LD11)
This course provides essential knowledge of sustainable building concepts fundamental to all commercial and institutional LEED rating systems, with brief mention of LEED for Homes. Learn about LEED intents and concepts at the credit category level, including strategies, synergies, metrics and referenced standards; as well as LEED certification process basics. Interactive activities based on real LEED projects reinforce what you've learned. This course is recommended prior to taking commercial rating system-specific education programs.

Retail 251: Understanding the LEED for Retail Rating Systems
Monday, November 12 from 1:00 – 5:00 pm (Session ID: LD10)
Whether you are a green building professional looking t o explore the vital differences in credits between LEED 2009 for Retail and other LEED rating systems, or a professional in the retail industry looking to comprehend what this rating system means for your business, this course will help you understand the unique challenges of implementing green building practices to retail spaces and the business case for the use of LEED for Retail. This workshop provides an overview ofthe LEED for Retail Rating System, key credit intents and requirements, and the similarities and differences of this rating system toboth LEED for New Construction and LEED for Commercial Interiors.

Healthcare 251: Understanding the LEED for Healthcare Rating System
Tuesday, November 13 from 1:00 – 5:00 pm (Session ID: LD21)
Whether you are a green building professional looking t o explore the vital differences in credits between LEED 2009 for Healthcare and LEED for New Construction, or a healthcare professional looking to comprehend what this rating system means for your facility, this course will help you understand the unique challenges of implementing green building practices to sustainable healthcare facilities and the business case for the use of LEED for Healthcare. Learn about key credit intents and requirements and how this new rating systems differs from LEED for New Construction.

BD+C 251: Understanding the Building Design + Construction LEED Rating Systems
Tuesday, November 13 from 8:30 am – 5:00 pm (Session ID: LD22)
Gain essential knowledge of the LEED BD+C rating systems, including credit intents, key elements, requirements, referenced standards, synergies, and foundations of the LEED certification process. Engage in discussions and interactive activities based on real LEED projects. This workshop addresses the LEED for New Construction & Major Renovations, LEED for Core & Shell, and LEED for Schools rating systems. Required prior coursework: LEED 201: Core Concepts & Strategies or equivalent knowledge.

O&M 251: Understanding the Operations + Maintenance LEED Rating System
Monday, November 12 from 8:30 am – 5:00 pm (Session ID: LD12)
Gain essential knowledge of the LEED for Existing Buildings: Operations & Maintenance rating system, including its benefits and return on investment; credit intents, key elements, requirements, referenced standards, and synergies; and foundations of the LEED certification process. Throughout the day, LEED® Faculty™ engage you in discussions and interactive activities based on real LEED projects to reinforce what you’ve learned. Required prior coursework: LEED 201: Core Concepts & Strategies or equivalent knowledge.

ND 251: Understanding the LEED for Neighborhood Development Rating System
Monday, November 12 from 8:30am – 5:00pm (Session ID: LD13)
Learn the core concepts and strategies behind a successful green neighborhood development. Gain knowledge of eligibility for LEED for Neighborhood Development certification and unique aspects of the rating system, including its credit intents, key elements, main requirements and synergies. Throughout the day, LEED® Faculty™ engage you in discussions and interactive activities to help you understand core LEED for Neighborhood Development concepts and synergies.

BD+C 301: Implementing the Building Design + Construction LEED Rating Systems
Tuesday, November 13 from 8:30am – 5:00pm (Session ID: LD23)
Learn how to apply the LEED BD+C rating systems by walking through the phases of a typical project and the key decisions that project teams must make, including key stakeholder considerations. Engage in interactive, case-based activities to work hands-on with LEED implementation strategies and rating system tools. The focus is on LEED for New Construction & Major Renovations and LEED for Core & Shell. Required prior coursework: BD+C 251 or BD+C 252 or equivalent knowledge; familiarity with the rating system a must.

O+M 301: Implementing the Operations + Maintenance LEED Rating Systems
Tuesday, November 13 from 8:30am – 5:00pm (Session ID: LD24)
Learn how to apply the LEED for Existing Buildings: Operations & Maintenance rating system by walking through the phases of a typical project and the key decisions that project teams must make, including key stakeholder considerations. Engage in interactive, case-based activities to work hands-on with LEED implementation strategies and rating system tools, including LEED Online project forms. Required prior coursework: O+M 251 or O+M 252 or equivalent knowledge; familiarity with the rating system a must.

ND 301: Implementing the LEED for Neighborhood Development Rating System
Tuesday, November 13 from 8:30am – 5:00pm (Session ID: LD25)
Learn how to apply the LEED for Neighborhood Development rating system by walking through the phases of a typical project and the key decisions that project teams must make, including key stakeholder considerations. Engage in interactive, case-based activities to work hands-on with LEED implementation strategies and rating system tools, including project forms. Required prior coursework: ND 251 or ND 252 or equivalent knowledge; familiarity with the rating system a must.

ID+C 301: Implementing the Interior Design + Construction LEED Rating System
Monday, November 12 from 8:30am – 5:00pm (Session ID: LD14)
Learn how to apply the LEED for Commercial Interiors rating system by walking through the phases of a typical project and the key decisions that project teams must make, including key stakeholder considerations. Engage in interactive, case-based activities to work hands-on with LEED implementation strategies and rating system tools, including LEED Online project forms. Required prior coursework: LEED 201: Core Concepts & Strategies or equivalent knowledge; familiarity with the rating system a must.

HOMES 401: Green Rater Training
Monday, November 12 & Tuesday, November 13 from 8:30am – 5:00pm (Session ID: LD16AB)
*NOTE: This is a 2-day workshop.
This training prepares qualified participants to provide verification services on LEED for Homes projects and is a requirement for those pursing the LEED for Homes Green Rater Certificate. Applicants must meet initial qualifications and complete this two-part training. Following the training, participants must take a written exam provided by the Green Building Certification Institute (GBCI) and complete a mentorship on real projects before earning the certificate. Visit www.usgbc.org/greenrater for program details.

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