Education
NRLA/LBMDF Education
Your NRLA membership gives you affordable, direct access to the industry’s premier education. Our Lumber and Building Material Dealers Foundation (LBMDF) provides training in all aspects of the LBM industry. We are thrilled to be able to assist our members by providing live virtual instructor-led training as well as in-person courses for required certifications.
Upcoming Courses
Below you will find our most recent live virtual instructor-led and in-person educational offerings. Be sure to check back often as we are constantly adding new courses.
February 25, 2025
8:00 am
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11:00 am
This two session course covers the introduction to residential home building products, and components. Foundation materials, insulation, framing, windows, and doors, interior/exterior finish materials, trim, and hardware.
February 26, 2025
2:00 pm
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3:00 pm
Join us to examine customer payment trends, interpret critical data, hear insights from credit professionals nationwide, and discover ways to protect your business while boosting sales.
March 4, 2025
8:00 am
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11:00 am
In this four session course, attendees will learn to read blueprints, drawings, floorplans, elevations, sections, and details to create a materials take-off. Measurements, formulas, symbols, abbreviations, and architectural scale are also covered.
March 5, 2025
2:00 pm
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3:00 pm
Credit Management Basic Essentials for LBM Professionals Series
Session 1: Let’s Talk Basics
March 5, 2025
2:00 pm
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3:00 pm
A series of 4 credit management courses offered to assist the LBM Professional.
March 12, 2025
2:00 pm
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3:00 pm
This session focuses on your company’s credit application
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