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Find workshops and radon courses in the list below.  We have scheduled as well as On-demand courses available.  In the list of On-demand courses, we have noted if they can be used for C-NRPP Approved Continuing Education credits. 

If you are interested in becoming certified in radon measurement or mitigation.  You can find details on the process at www.c-nrpp.ca.

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Upcoming Certification Courses

  • Cours en atténuation du radon en français

    • 20 Nov 2024
    • 8:00 AM
    • 25 Nov 2024
    • 5:00 PM
    • en ligne et à Gatineau, QC
    • 15
    • 5 registrants
    Register

    Cours de certification PNCR-C:

    Atténuation du radon 

    3 jours de formation en ligne

    1 jour de formation en personne à Gatineau


    À qui s’adresse cette formation
    Le cours s’adresse particulièrement aux inspecteurs en bâtiment, aux propriétaires et gestionnaires d’immeubles, aux entrepreneurs, aux consultants en environnement, aux responsables de la santé publique, aux professionnels de l’immobilier et aux organismes sans but lucratif œuvrant dans le domaine de la santé.

    Condition préalable au cours Atténuation du radon 
    Il est nécessaire d’avoir suivi le cours en mesure du radon avant de suivre le cours d'atténuation du radon.

    Atténuation du Radon

    Contenu

    •  Introduction aux stratégies d’atténuation du radon
    •  Théorie, diagnostic et conception relativement au système d’atténuation par dépressurisation active du sol
    • Installation du système d’atténuation par dépressurisation active du sol
    • Autres méthodes d’atténuation du radon
    • Réduction des concentrations de radon par élimination des voies d’entrée
    • Réduction des concentrations de radon par purification de l’air intérieur
    • Mesure et atténuation du radon dans l’eau
    • Santé des travailleurs
    • Nouvelles constructions résistant au radon
    • Préparation à l’examen en vue de la certification par le Programme national de compétence sur le radon au Canada (PNCR-C/C-NRPP)

    Les participants ayant suivi le cours et obtenu une note minimale de 70 % à l’examen et ayant complété deux atténuations avec mentorat peuvent faire une demande de certification PNCR-C. Cette certification est reconnue par Santé Canada. Pour plus d’information, aller à http://fr.c-nrpp.ca

    Mentorat

    Ce cours comprend un mentorat pratique à compléter par l'étudiant. Chaque étudiant devra avoir accès à une maison où il installera un système d'atténuation.  Le processus sera guidé par un mentor en ligne et se compose de plusieurs étapes guidées.

    Coût : 2150,00 $ + tx 

    Note: Il y a un nombre minimum de participants requis pour ce cours.  Nous vous confirmerons si le cours aura lieu vers le début octobre.  En plus, si la situation COVID change, le cours aura lieu en ligne au besoin.

    Date : le 20 - 21 - 22 novembre 2024, de 8 h 00 à 17 h 00 en ligne, suivi par une journée au chantier de travail (le 25 novembre), de 8 h 00 à 17 h 00 dans la région de Gatineau
    Lieu : l'adresse exacte sera fourni lorsque la date s'approche - vous pouvez réserver des accommodations à Gatineau et rencontrer Mr Brascoupé au chantier.

    Examen

    L'examen s'ecrit en ligne. Cet examen peut être programmé à la convenance de l'étudiant et sera supervisé par un surveillant en ligne.   Cet examen est nécessaire pour se présenter à la certification PNCR-C.

    Coût : il n'y a pas de frais supplémentaire pour l'examen

    Condition préalable au cours Atténuation du radon

    Il est nécessaire d’avoir suivi le cours Mesure du radon avant de pouvoir s’inscrire à ce cours.

    Formateur
    Marcel Brascoupé est un entrepreneur général travaillant au Québec, spécialisé dans l’installation de systèmes d’atténuation du radon. Il est un professionnel certifié en mesure et atténuation du radon et il est un formateur accrédité par le Programme national de compétence sur le radon au Canada (PNCR-C). Il est par ailleurs l’un des membres fondateurs de l’Association canadienne des scientifiques et technologues du Radon (ACSTR). Il est formateur bilingue. 



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  • C-NRPP Radon Mitigation Course - November 2024

    • 25 Nov 2024
    • 8:00 AM
    • 29 Nov 2024
    • 5:00 PM
    • Best Western Plus Toronto Airport Hotel 5825 Dixie Rd, Mississauga, ON L4W 4V7
    • 10
    • 10 registrants
    Register

    C-NRPP Certification Course:

    Radon Mitigation Professional

    Location:

    Best Western Plus

    Toronto Airport Hotel

    5825 Dixie Rd, Mississauga, ON L4W 4V7


    Cost: $2 350 (exam fee included)


    Radon Mitigation Course (only) : $2 350 (must have previously take the Radon Measurement Course)

    Note, the course will include field experience which will be offsite, the offsite location will be close to the classroom location and will be provided to you during the first day of the course.

    This course is Radon Mitigation only, you will need to have completed a C-NRPP approved Radon Measurement course prior to attending this course.  You can find information about C-NRPP approved radon measurement courses here.

    Course Focus:

    Radon awareness is increasing, and with it is the need for properly trained professionals to help homeowners reduce their indoor radon levels.  This course is designed to prepare people to become Radon Mitigation Professionals certified through C-NRPP.  It is based on Health Canada's scientific approach to radon mitigation.  Course participants will be trained in techniques to interpret radon test results, understand radon entry, conduct diagnostic testing and design and/or installation of radon mitigation systems and determine the most effective way to manage radon concentrations within buildings.

    The objectives of the course include:

    • Understanding radon
    • understanding radon entry
    • Site survey in a residential dwelling
    • Communication Test with micromanometer
    • Design of piping and fan fitting
    • Identify difficulties in installation
    • Hands on experience

    This course is essential for: Home Builders, Building Inspectors, Public Health Officials, Plumbers, Architects, Engineers, Building Designers

    This course will prepare you for C-NRPP Certification.  You can find information on the steps and cost of certification here.

    Register early as we limit the number of participants.


    Course Schedule:

    Pre-Course Zoom call:

    Tuesday, November 19, 2024 7-9pm EST

    Mitigation Section:
    Monday, November 25
    • In Class session 8:30 - 5pm
    • Classroom Location: TBA
    Tuesday, November 26 - 8:30 - 5pm
      • In Class session 8:30 - 5pm
      • Classroom Location: TBA

      Wednesday, November 27 - 8:30 - 5pm

      • 1/2 day Field Exercises (site assessment)
      • 1/2 day in classroom 
      • Classroom Location: TBA
      In Field Location: TBA (will be provided to course participants)

      Thursday, November 28

      • Field Exercises 8:30 - 5pm
      In Field Location: TBA (will be provided to course participants)
      Friday, November 29
      • Location: TBA
      • Question and Answer Session 8:30 - noon
      • Mitigation Exam 1-4pm
      Course Instructor: Colin Dumais


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    • C-NRPP Controlling Radon in New Canadian Construction - November 2024 (Mississauga)

      • 29 Nov 2024
      • 12:00 PM - 3:30 PM
      • Best Western Plus Toronto Airport Hotel 5825 Dixie Rd, Mississauga, ON L4W 4V7
      • 19
      • 1 registrant
      Register

      C-NRPP Certification Course:

      Controlling Radon in New Canadian Construction

      Location: Mississauga, ON

      Best Western Plus

      Toronto Airport Hotel

      5825 Dixie Rd, Mississauga, ON L4W 4V7

      Friday, November 29

      noon to 3:30 pm

      Cost: $150 (exam fee included)



      This course is for new construction only. You can find information about C-NRPP approved radon measurement and mitigation courses here.

      Course Focus:

      Radon building codes are set to change with the upcoming National Building Code.  Learn about radon and what building code measures assist in controlling and removing radon, and how to ensure they are properly installed.

      The objectives of the course include:

      • Understanding radon
      • understanding radon entry
      • National Building Code (current and upcoming)
      • Best Practices onsite
      • Lessons learned 

      This course is essential for: Home Builders, Building Inspectors, Public Health Officials, Plumbers, Architects, Engineers, Building Designers

      This course will prepare you for C-NRPP Certification.  You can find information on the steps and cost of certification here.

      Register early as we limit the number of participants.

        Course Instructor: Colin Dumais

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      • C-NRPP Radon Mitigation Course - February 2025

        • 03 Feb 2025
        • 8:00 AM
        • 07 Feb 2025
        • 5:00 PM
        • Kelowna, BC
        • 19
        • 1 registrant
        Register

        C-NRPP Certification Course:

        Radon Mitigation Professional

        Location: Kelowna, BC

        Cost: $2 350 (exam fee included)


        February 3-7, 2025


        Radon Mitigation Course (only) : $2 350 (must have previously take the Radon Measurement Course)

        Note, the course will include field experience which will be offsite, the offsite location will be close to the classroom location and will be provided to you during the first day of the course.

        This course is Radon Mitigation only, you will need to have completed a C-NRPP approved Radon Measurement course prior to attending this course.  You can find information about C-NRPP approved radon measurement courses here.

        Course Focus:

        Radon awareness is increasing, and with it is the need for properly trained professionals to help homeowners reduce their indoor radon levels.  This course is designed to prepare people to become Radon Mitigation Professionals certified through C-NRPP.  It is based on Health Canada's scientific approach to radon mitigation.  Course participants will be trained in techniques to interpret radon test results, understand radon entry, conduct diagnostic testing and design and/or installation of radon mitigation systems and determine the most effective way to manage radon concentrations within buildings.

        The objectives of the course include:

        • Understanding radon
        • understanding radon entry
        • Site survey in a residential dwelling
        • Communication Test with micromanometer
        • Design of piping and fan fitting
        • Identify difficulties in installation
        • Hands on experience

        This course is essential for: Home Builders, Building Inspectors, Public Health Officials, Plumbers, Architects, Engineers, Building Designers

        This course will prepare you for C-NRPP Certification.  You can find information on the steps and cost of certification here.

        Register early as we limit the number of participants.


        Course Schedule:

        Pre-Course Zoom call:

        Monday, January 20, 2025 7-9pm PST

        Mitigation Section:

        Monday, February 3 - 8:30 - 5pm

        • In Class session 8:30 - 5pm
        • Classroom Location: TBA


        Tuesday, February 4 - 8:30 - 5pm

        • In Class session 8:30 - 5pm
        • Classroom Location: TBA

        Wednesday, February 5 - 8:30 - 5pm

        • In Class session 8:30 - noon
        • Field Exercises 1 - 5pm
        In Field Location: TBA (will be provided to course participants)

        Thursday, February 6

        • Field Exercises 8:30 - 5pm

        In Field Location: TBA (will be provided to course participants)

        Friday, February 7
        • In Class Session: Question and Answer Session 8:30 - noon
        • Mitigation Exam 1-4pm

          Course Instructor: Colin Dumais

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