This 2-day training is your crash course for everything you need to kickstart or level up your career in the mold industry. Whether you’re brand new or a seasoned pro, you’ll definitely pick up something new.
Our teaching approach is all about science—we’ll show you the “what” and the “why” behind everything you learn. Understanding the reasoning behind things not only helps you grow your knowledge on your own through hands-on experience, but it also protects you from liability, helps you avoid mistakes, and gives you the tools to fight misinformation and educate your clients with confidence.
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We reserve the right to cancel / reschedule the class for any reason including, but not limited to, class size or inclement weather.
What you will learn:
A brief history of the industry
Introductory Mycology (the study of fungi)
Health effects of mold
Common molds
An Introduction to VOCs (volatile organic compounds)
Methods of mold sampling
Advances in new mold testing
Building Science & Moisture
Finding moisture-related issues
Humidity
Psychrometrics
Condensation issues
Vapor Pressure
Building Science & Air Pressure
Pressurization Issues
Air Infiltration
Common HVAC issues
Inspection Tools (moisture meter, thermal imaging, hygrometer, etc.)
Spore Trap Air Sampling - In depth review
Basics of report writing and documentation
Mold Remediation Safety
Identifying conditions of contents and building materials
To clean or not to clean (throw away)?
Source containment
Negative air pressure
Proper cleaning methods
Remediation tools
Fogging
Airflow calculations for HEPA air purifiers
Standards and practices
This course also includes the proctored exam at the end of the second day. A passing exam is required for you to get your mold-related license.
Meet Your Instructors
Brantley May
Brantley is a Building Scientist and Council-Certified Indoor Environmental Consultant with a specialty in Mycology and certified by the McCrone Research Institute and the Oshner Medical Center for the examination and identification of fungal spores and pollen via microscopy.
Brantley is certified by the Building Performance Institute as a Building Analyst, Building Envelope Professional, and Infiltration and Duct Leakage Expert. Brantley also holds several certifications related to the identification of Mycotoxins, Water Damage, Odor Control, Structural Drying, Infectious Disease Control, and Energy efficiency issues and is a student of Mechanical Engineering.
He is also a state-licensed mold assessor who carries the credentials for teaching and proctoring exams for other professionals to receive their state accreditations and certifications in mold and environmental-related services.
Rick LaPierre
Rick is an accomplished entrepreneur and Executive Director of AMMA. With over two decades of experience in the environmental health field, he holds a mold contractor’s license in New York, along with both mold remediation and assessor licenses in Florida. His work has spanned 25 U.S. states and three countries, delivering expert mold-related services.
Rick specializes in residential environmental health, particularly for vulnerable populations, working closely with the medical community to implement a holistic, systems-based approach to indoor environmental challenges.
A former Sergeant in the United States Marine Corps, Rick also served as an Education Team Manager for the Steiner Education Group, where he led faculty development and curriculum design initiatives. Combining extensive hands-on experience with a strong background in education, he has spent over 30 years serving the public as a leader, educator, and advocate in the fields of health, safety, and environmental wellness.
Already completed your state-approved CEU training? If so, you can choose to come sit with us at the end of the class to challenge the exam. Purchase an exam challenge below.