The Purpose of Accreditation
The purpose of the SPFA Accreditation Program is to provide the industry with up to date training in the application of spray polyurethane foams and coatings, and good business practices through education.
Why Take Accreditation Courses?
If you're a contractor…
- Credentials — You will have the credentials to quote and execute spray polyurethane foam projects that require education and experience information as a prerequisite.
- Sales Assistance — Through the uniform data reporting requirement information about products is simplified for the use of the contractor, customer or end user.
- Trained Personnel — Through generic education and the credential system an individual's level of education can be ascertained before employment begins.
- Prestige — Accredited individuals and companies are recognized and respected as being committed to professionalism.
If you're a supplier or distributor…
- Credentials — You will have the credentials to show your commitment to the growth of the industry.
- Sales Assistance — Through uniform data reporting requirements, information about products is simplified for the use of the contractor, customer or end user. Your accreditation becomes a powerful sales tool. When providing data for customers, your sales materials may include information on your accreditation and the products you have tested.
- Prestige — customers as being committed to professionalism recognize accredited individuals and companies.
For more information on the Requirements and your path to Accreditation for each program see related documents at the bottom of this page.
SPFA Accreditation Courses
Pricing $250 Member/ $350 Nonmember
When you order an accreditation course from SPFA, we will send you the PowerPoint presentation and manual on a CD for your convenience.
101 - Fundamentals of Spray Polyurethane Foam
Covers the basics everyone in the foam industry or interested in the foam industry needs to know.
101-R - Fundamentals of Spray Polyurethane Foam and Covering Systems
This comprehensive course is the foundation of spray foam roofing and comes with a bonus DVD.
101-BE - Fundamentals of Spray Polyurethane Foam and Covering Systems for the Building Envelope
This comprehensive course is the foundation of spray foam in the building envelope.
101-I - Fundamentals of Spray Polyurethane Foam and Covering Systems for the Independent Inspector
This comprehensive course is a modification of Course 101-R but directed towards the architect, roof inspector, specifier etc.
201 - Project Management
Provides tested and proven techniques for bringing a project in on-time and within budget through all functions of quantitative project management.
301 - Selling and Marketing Principles
Addresses the total sales strategy and modern selling, understanding buyer behavior, listening skills, identifying customer needs, and closing techniques.
R-1 - Roofing Prerequisites for the Spray Polyurethane Foam Industry
Presents the fundamental of roofing practices and theory for ALL roofing systems other than SPF.
Click here for a list of Equipment & Materials Course Providers.
Accreditation Class Calendar
All courses are offered at the Annual Spray Foam Conference. Some of them are also offered at various times and places through the year. Click here for more information.
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