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SUMMARY:Construction Quality Management 2/10 HR **FULL**
DESCRIPTION:CONSTRUCTION QUALITY MANAGEMENT (CQM)\n**FULL. Please email Maddy Goulden to be put on waitlist or register for our next CQM class scheduled for April 14.**\nTuesday\, February 10\, 2026  |  7:30AM – 5:00PM\nDo you want to become more competitive handling government contracts? Do you want to deliver quality\, increase repeat business\, and maintain your reputation\, all while making a profit? If these things are important to you then enroll in Construction Quality Management (CQM) for Contractors\, brought to you by ABC-Virginia\, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE)\, and the Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC). \nThis required training recognizes that the mutual goal of contractors and the government is a quality end product. This program encourages proactive leadership and emphasizes getting it right the first time. Attendees develop an understanding of how to integrate quality into every aspect of the project from the pre-construction planning to project close-out. \nEnroll in Construction Quality Management and satisfy the government’s requirements. Your certification is issued by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and is valid for five years. \nSCHEDULE\nTuesday\, February 10\, 2026\n7:30AM – 5:00PM\nContinental breakfast and lunch provided \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320\n*Student parking and entrance is in the back of the building.* \nCOST\nMember – $295\nNon-Member – $395 \nCANCELLATION POLICY\nPlease note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made by February 5\, 2026. \nQuestions?\nContact Jamie Carrow
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/construction-quality-management-2-10-hr/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
ORGANIZER;CN="Maddy Goulden":MAILTO:maddy@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T123000
DTSTAMP:20260518T055133
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T172629Z
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SUMMARY:CPR\, AED & First Aid Certification 2/5 HR
DESCRIPTION:CPR\, AED & FIRST AID CERTIFICATION\nThursday\, February 5\, 2026  |  8:30AM – 12:30PM\nABC Virginia certifies hundreds of individuals each year in First-Aid and CPR/AED using the Health Safety Institute’s (HSI) training content.  ABC-VA’s primary goal is to create confidence in its students’ abilities to handle emergency situations. Our instructors provide clear explanations of the subject matter in a relaxed environment. Instructors focus on the importance of controlling\, with confidence\, medical emergencies and providing life support for victims of sudden illness or injury.  The certification issued to each participant is valid for two years. \nINSTRUCTOR\nJamie Carrow\, ABC-VA \nLOCATION \nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320 (behind the Home Depot and Lowes on Battlefield Boulevard)\n*Student parking and entrance is in the back of the building.* \nCOST\nMember: $98\nNon-Member: $125 \nSUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual can no longer attend. Cancellations must be made with 48 hours. \nCLASS CONTACT\nJamie Carrow
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/cpr-aed-first-aid-certification-2-25-hr/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
ORGANIZER;CN="Jamie Carrow":MAILTO:jamie@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T123000
DTSTAMP:20260518T055133
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SUMMARY:CPR\, AED & First Aid Certification 1/21 HR **FULL**
DESCRIPTION:CPR\, AED & FIRST AID CERTIFICATION\n**FULL. Please email Maddy Goulden to be put on waitlist.**\nWednesday\, January 21\, 2026  |  8:30AM – 12:30PM\nABC Virginia certifies hundreds of individuals each year in First-Aid and CPR/AED using the Health Safety Institute’s (HSI) training content.  ABC-VA’s primary goal is to create confidence in its students’ abilities to handle emergency situations. Our instructors provide clear explanations of the subject matter in a relaxed environment. Instructors focus on the importance of controlling\, with confidence\, medical emergencies and providing life support for victims of sudden illness or injury.  The certification issued to each participant is valid for two years. \nINSTRUCTOR\nJamie Carrow\, ABC-VA \nLOCATION \nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320 (behind the Home Depot and Lowes on Battlefield Boulevard)\n*Student parking and entrance is in the back of the building.* \nCOST\nMember: $98\nNon-Member: $125 \nSUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual can no longer attend. Cancellations must be made with 48 hours. \nCLASS CONTACT\nMaddy Goulden
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/cpr-aed-first-aid-certification-1-21-hr/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
ORGANIZER;CN="Jamie Carrow":MAILTO:jamie@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T170000
DTSTAMP:20260518T055133
CREATED:20241203T185327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T163806Z
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SUMMARY:Construction Quality Management 12/9 HR **FULL**
DESCRIPTION:CONSTRUCTION QUALITY MANAGEMENT (CQM)\nTuesday\, December 9\, 2025  |  7:30AM – 5:00PM\nDo you want to become more competitive handling government contracts? Do you want to deliver quality\, increase repeat business\, and maintain your reputation\, all while making a profit? If these things are important to you then enroll in Construction Quality Management (CQM) for Contractors\, brought to you by ABC-Virginia\, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE)\, and the Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC). \nThis required training recognizes that the mutual goal of contractors and the government is a quality end product. This program encourages proactive leadership and emphasizes getting it right the first time. Attendees develop an understanding of how to integrate quality into every aspect of the project from the pre-construction planning to project close-out. \nEnroll in Construction Quality Management and satisfy the government’s requirements. Your certification is issued by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and is valid for five years. \nSCHEDULE\nTuesday\, December 9\, 2025\n7:30AM – 5:00PM\nContinental breakfast and lunch provided \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320\n*Student parking and entrance is in the back of the building.* \nCOST\nMember – $295\nNon-Member – $395 \nCANCELLATION POLICY\nPlease note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made by December 5\, 2025. \nQuestions?\nContact Jamie Carrow
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/construction-quality-management-12-9-hr/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
ORGANIZER;CN="Maddy Goulden":MAILTO:maddy@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T123000
DTSTAMP:20260518T055133
CREATED:20251024T160130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T160130Z
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SUMMARY:CPR\, AED & First Aid Certification 12/4 HR
DESCRIPTION:CPR\, AED & FIRST AID CERTIFICATION\nThursday\, December 4\, 2025  |  8:30AM – 12:30PM\nABC Virginia certifies hundreds of individuals each year in First-Aid and CPR/AED using the Health Safety Institute’s (HSI) training content.  ABC-VA’s primary goal is to create confidence in its students’ abilities to handle emergency situations. Our instructors provide clear explanations of the subject matter in a relaxed environment. Instructors focus on the importance of controlling\, with confidence\, medical emergencies and providing life support for victims of sudden illness or injury.  The certification issued to each participant is valid for two years. \nINSTRUCTOR\nJamie Carrow\, ABC-VA \nLOCATION \nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320 (behind the Home Depot and Lowes on Battlefield Boulevard)\n*Student parking and entrance is in the back of the building.* \nCOST\nMember: $88\nNon-Member: $100 \nSUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual can no longer attend. Cancellations must be made with 48 hours. \nCLASS CONTACT\nMaddy Goulden
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/cpr-aed-first-aid-certification-12-4-hr/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
ORGANIZER;CN="Maddy Goulden":MAILTO:maddy@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T160000
DTSTAMP:20260518T055133
CREATED:20250820T175959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T140647Z
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SUMMARY:The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People Workshop 11/19 HR **CANCELLED**
DESCRIPTION:THE 7 HABITS OF HIGHLY EFFECTIVE PEOPLE WORKSHOP\n**CANCELLED. An ABC-VA representative will reach out to any registered attendees.**\nWednesday\, November 19\, 2025 – Thursday\, November 20\, 2025 |  8:30 AM – 4:00 PM\nHabits are powerful forces in our lives that determine our level of effectiveness or ineffectiveness. The purpose of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People\, based on principles detailed in Stephen Covey’s popular self-help book\, is to help you lead your life in a truly effective way. They represent a proven process of personal and interpersonal growth that can have an immediate and lasting impact. Gain a personal plan of action to enhance your productivity and leadership skills. \nBenefits of Attending:\nDr. Stephen R. Covey was a global leadership authority. His international bestseller\, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People®\, was named one of the 10 most influential management books ever by Forbes magazine and is the bestselling audio book in history. \nThis two-day\, intensive course will help you:\n• Execute critical priorities with focus and planning\n• End self-defeating behavior\n• Develop strong relationships based on mutual trust\n• Be prepared to deal with difficult circumstances before they happen\n• Increase team engagement\, morale and collaboration\n• Create a highly effective culture based on core values\n• Raise up the next leaders who model competence and character \nJoin ABC-VA for two days of interactive discussion on the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. Learn how to use the seven habits to strengthen both professional and personal development. This renowned class will leave you feeling energized\, refreshed and ready to take on the world with a new perspective. \nPRE-WORK REQUIRED: Attendees will be sent a 360-degree survey to send to supervisors\, colleagues\, industry peers\, friends and the like. Register early to make sure you have plenty of time for your surveys to be completed! \n“A class everyone (at every level) should complete. I took so much from this and work to apply it to my life every day!” -Juliane Faller\, Senior Business Development Manager\, Balfour Beatty US \n• Recommended but not required reading: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey\n• Information on The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: https://www.franklincovey.com/the-7-habits/\n• Information on Dr. Stephen R. Covey and The 7 Habits: https://www.stephencovey.com/ \nINSTRUCTOR\nPatrick Dean\, President\, ABC Virginia \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320 \nCOST\nMembers: $575\nNon-Members: $795\nIncludes light breakfast\, lunch and course materials\n\nREGISTRATION / CANCELLATION DEADLINE\nNovember 11\, 2025 by 5PM\nPlease note: a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made by 5PM on Saturday\, November 1\, 2025. Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. \nCOURSE CONTACT\nJamie Carrow
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/7-habits-hr-nov19/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
ORGANIZER;CN="Maddy Goulden":MAILTO:maddy@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T160000
DTSTAMP:20260518T055133
CREATED:20250930T161630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T161630Z
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SUMMARY:Project Closeout Seminar 11/18 HR
DESCRIPTION:PROJECT CLOSEOUT SEMINAR\nTuesday\, November 18\, 2025 |  2:00PM – 4:00PM\nLearning how to successfully close out a project is an essential aspect of this business. Each student will leave with the skills and confidence to create and implement a logical process and an efficient environment that will promote a complete close-out. This seminar is for administrative employees\, superintendents\, and project managers of general contractors and specialty contractors. \nAttendees will learn:\n• The “Ten Commandments” of project close-out\n• Project close-out strategy\n• The project close-out timeline\n• Field operations specifics\n• The engineering close-out matrix\n• The financial close-out matrix\n• The project close-out scorecard\n• The 10-month walk-through process\n• The instructor’s focus will be teaching this organized and logical process and providing students with a solid basis to improve closing out their projects. \nINSTRUCTOR – Eric Rash\, Submittal Manager\, Heartland Construction\, Inc.\nAs Submittal Manager\, Eric is responsible for overseeing the submission and approval process of technical documents\, including shop drawings\, product data\, and samples for construction projects. This role involves ensuring all submittals comply with project specifications and contract requirements\, coordinating with architects\, engineers\, contractors\, and suppliers to facilitate effective communication and timely approvals. \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320 \nCOST\nMembers $67\nNon-members $97 \nCANCELLATION POLICY\nPlease note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) are no longer available. \nCOURSE CONTACT\nContact Jamie Carrow \n 
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/project-closeout-seminar-11-18-hr/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
ORGANIZER;CN="Maddy Goulden":MAILTO:maddy@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T133000
DTSTAMP:20260518T055133
CREATED:20250930T161307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T161308Z
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SUMMARY:Submittal Management Seminar 11/18 HR
DESCRIPTION:SUBMITTAL MANAGEMENT SEMINAR\nTuesday\, November 18\, 2025  |  11:30AM – 1:30PM  |  Lunch provided\nLearn to correctly complete the submittals process insuring on-time and in-budget construction. This seminar will provide information on the responsibilities of suppliers\, subcontractors\, general contractors\, architects\, and engineers. Attendees will learn how to create proper submittal packages from start to finish using contract documents as well as learn key details that can save the company time and money. \nThis seminar is geared towards subcontracting firms and supplier companies who would like more insight into how the submittal process works and how they can achieve timeliness and success with their packages. Learn the role and importance submittal packages have in the construction process and how to achieve an approval the first time. \nINSTRUCTOR – Eric Rash\, Submittal Manager\, Heartland Construction\, Inc.\nAs Submittal Manager\, Eric is responsible for overseeing the submission and approval process of technical documents\, including shop drawings\, product data\, and samples for construction projects. This role involves ensuring all submittals comply with project specifications and contract requirements\, coordinating with architects\, engineers\, contractors\, and suppliers to facilitate effective communication and timely approvals. \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320 \nCOST\nMembers $67\nNon-members $97\nLunch provided \nCANCELLATION POLICY\nPlease note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) are no longer available. \nCOURSE CONTACT\nContact Jamie Carrow
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/submittal-management-seminar-11-18-hr/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
ORGANIZER;CN="Maddy Goulden":MAILTO:maddy@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251111T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251111T170000
DTSTAMP:20260518T055133
CREATED:20241203T185145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T213259Z
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SUMMARY:Construction Quality Management 11/11 HR **FULL**
DESCRIPTION:CONSTRUCTION QUALITY MANAGEMENT (CQM)\n**FULL. Please email Maddy Goulden to be put on waitlist.**\nTuesday\, November 11\, 2025  |  7:30AM – 5:00PM\nDo you want to become more competitive handling government contracts? Do you want to deliver quality\, increase repeat business\, and maintain your reputation\, all while making a profit? If these things are important to you then enroll in Construction Quality Management (CQM) for Contractors\, brought to you by ABC-Virginia\, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE)\, and the Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC). \nThis required training recognizes that the mutual goal of contractors and the government is a quality end product. This program encourages proactive leadership and emphasizes getting it right the first time. Attendees develop an understanding of how to integrate quality into every aspect of the project from the pre-construction planning to project close-out. \nEnroll in Construction Quality Management and satisfy the government’s requirements. Your certification is issued by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and is valid for five years. \nSCHEDULE\nTuesday\, November 11\, 2025\n7:30AM – 5:00PM\nContinental breakfast and lunch provided \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320\n*Student parking and entrance is in the back of the building.* \nCOST\nMember – $295\nNon-Member – $395 \nCANCELLATION POLICY\nPlease note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made by November 7\, 2025. \nQuestions?\nContact Jamie Carrow
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/construction-quality-management-11-11-hr/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
ORGANIZER;CN="Maddy Goulden":MAILTO:maddy@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251104T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251104T133000
DTSTAMP:20260518T055133
CREATED:20250911T160033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T183705Z
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SUMMARY:Safety Strong: Special Luncheon + STEP Awards 11/4 HR
DESCRIPTION:SAFETY STRONG: SPECIAL LUNCHEON + STEP AWARDS\nPlus mega check presentation to Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention (CIASP)\nTuesday\, November 4\, 2025  |  10:45AM – 1:30PM\nJoin us for a luncheon and networking opportunity\, followed by an inspiring keynote from RetroAIM’s Safety Director\, Dave Thompson\, as he reflects on a life-changing fatality incident he experienced 29 years ago. \nThis event will also spotlight total human health\, the latest industry safety initiatives\, honor STEP recipients\, and include a heartfelt presentation of a mega check to CIASP. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a crucial dialogue for the industry’s future! \nDon’t miss this opportunity to engage in critical discussions and support a worthy cause! Register early – price will increase on October 24! \nSPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES\nLunch Sponsor $500 – includes two (2) registrations\, signage at event\, logo/name on marketing materials\nSelect during online registration or email Maddy Goulden to sponsor! \nSCHEDULE\n10:45AM – 11:30AM Check-in and networking\n11:30AM Lunch\n12:00PM – 1:30PM Presentation \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320 \nCOST (Members Only)\nMembers Early Bird – $50\nMembers (starting 10/24) – $75\nNon-Members Early Bird – $100\nNon-Members (starting 10/24) – $125\n \nSUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Please note: a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. \nQuestions?\nContact Jamie Carrow
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/safetylunch2025/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
ORGANIZER;CN="Maddy Goulden":MAILTO:maddy@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T183000
DTSTAMP:20260518T055133
CREATED:20250826T161952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T141652Z
UID:10002195-1761724800-1761762600@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:RVA & Hampton Roads Project Managers Academy 10/29
DESCRIPTION:2025 RICHMOND & HAMPTON ROADS PROJECT MANAGERS ACADEMY\nOctober 29 – 31\, 2025  |  8:00AM – 6:00PM  |  See detailed schedule below\n**BRAND NEW ACADEMY to these regions! We expect to sell out – register early!**\nThis three-day intensive program is geared toward Project Managers who are looking to improve their skills in the day-to-day management of successful construction projects and the leadership of today’s construction team. Students will sharpen their estimating\, resource control\, contract administration\, scheduling and management skills through case studies and group exercises facilitated by three of our industry’s most talented instructors and construction leaders. Participants of this program will dramatically accelerate their growth and overall performance\, thus increasing their value to their company and clients. \nThis program is limited to 25 participants. Register early! Registration deadline is 5PM on Wednesday\, October 22. \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND?\nThe academy is designed for project managers and estimators with at least two years of on-the-job experience. \nSPEAKERS\nPatrick Dean\, ABC Virginia\nNicole Anderson\, Clancy & Theys\nEric Stichler\, Heartland Construction\nErik Mills\, W.M. Jordan Company \nSCHEDULE\nOctober 29 8:00AM-6:30PM Breakfast\, lunch and dinner/networking included\nOctober 30 8:00AM-6:15PM Breakfast\, lunch and dinner/networking included\nOctober 31 8:00AM-12:00PM Breakfast\, Certificate Ceremony with lunch takes place on last day \nCOST\nMember – $825\nNon-Member – $1\,175\nIncludes all course materials\, breakfast & lunch every day\, dinner and drinks during networking portion \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320 \nSUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Please note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made by Wednesday\, October 22\, 2025 by 5PM. \nQuestions?\nContact Kristen Altermatt
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/pmacademy25/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia,Hampton Roads
ORGANIZER;CN="Kristen Altermatt":MAILTO:kristen@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T123000
DTSTAMP:20260518T055133
CREATED:20250507T184807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T125907Z
UID:10002136-1761640200-1761654600@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:CPR\, AED & First Aid Certification 10/28 HR **FULL**
DESCRIPTION:CPR\, AED & FIRST AID CERTIFICATION\n**FULL. Please email Maddy Goulden to be put on waitlist.**\nTuesday\, October 28\, 2025  |  8:30AM – 12:30PM\nABC Virginia certifies hundreds of individuals each year in First-Aid and CPR/AED using the Health Safety Institute’s (HSI) training content.  ABC-VA’s primary goal is to create confidence in its students’ abilities to handle emergency situations. Our instructors provide clear explanations of the subject matter in a relaxed environment. Instructors focus on the importance of controlling\, with confidence\, medical emergencies and providing life support for victims of sudden illness or injury.  The certification issued to each participant is valid for two years. \nINSTRUCTOR\nJamie Carrow\, ABC-VA \nLOCATION \nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320 (behind the Home Depot and Lowes on Battlefield Boulevard)\n*Student parking and entrance is in the back of the building.* \nCOST\nMember: $88\nNon-Member: $100 \nSUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual can no longer attend. Cancellations must be made with 48 hours. \nCLASS CONTACT\nMaddy Goulden
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/cpr-aed-first-aid-certification-10-28-hr/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
ORGANIZER;CN="Maddy Goulden":MAILTO:maddy@abcva.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T210000
DTSTAMP:20260518T055133
CREATED:20250716T202230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T202230Z
UID:10002168-1761238800-1761253200@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:NEC 2020 Update 10/23 HR
DESCRIPTION:NEC 2020 UPDATE COURSE\nABC Virginia is offering the 2020 NEC Update in order to accommodate Continuing Education requirements. The Individual License and Certification Regulations adopted by the Board for Contractors\, Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation\, on April 1\, 2007 (18 VAC 50-30-120) provide that all individuals renewing a journeyman or masters license after December 1\, 2007\, shall be required to satisfactorily complete a continuing education course from a provider approved by the board. \nThe following course has been approved by the Board for Contractors\, Virginia Department of Occupational Regulation\, as meeting the continuing education requirements for licensed tradesmen (journeyman and masters)\, in accordance with the provisions of 18 VAC 50-30-120. \n*State Approved Continuing Education Course \nSCHEDULE\nThursday\, October 23\, 2025\n5:00PM – 9:00PM \nINSTRUCTOR\nDavid G. Humphrey\, Code Making Panel Chair\, Senior Electrical Inspector\, Plan Review Engineer \nLOCATION \nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320\n*Student parking and entrance is in the back of the building.* \nCOST\nMember – $99\nNon-Member – $129 \nCANCELLATION POLICY\nPlease note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. \nQuestions?\nContact Jamie Carrow
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/nec-2020-update-10-23-hr/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
ORGANIZER;CN="Maddy Goulden":MAILTO:maddy@abcva.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T160000
DTSTAMP:20260518T055133
CREATED:20250929T182446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T182446Z
UID:10002213-1760598000-1760630400@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:OSHA 10 Hour for Construction 10/16 HR
DESCRIPTION:OSHA 10 HOUR COURSE FOR CONSTRUCTION\nOctober 16 & 17\, 2025  |  See schedule below\nSafety training is a necessity in this industry and knowing OSHA regulations ensures jobsite safety and prevents mishaps and OSHA fines. The OSHA 10-Hour Course combines important textual information with relevant\, real-life examples from the field and video presentations. Enroll and learn OSHA regulations and receive your OSHA 10-Hour completion card. All training materials provided by ABC-VA. \nSCHEDULE\n2-Session Course:\nThursday\, October 16 / 7:00AM – 4:00PM (includes training materials\, continental breakfast and lunch)\nFriday\, October 17 / 7:00AM -12:00PM (includes training materials\, continental breakfast)\nCoffee/water and light snacks provided throughout the day \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320 \nCOST\nMember – $205\nNon-Member – $310\nAll training materials provided \nCANCELLATION POLICY\nPlease note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. \nQuestions?\nContact Jamie Carrow
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/osha-10-hour-for-construction-10-16-hr/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
ORGANIZER;CN="Maddy Goulden":MAILTO:maddy@abcva.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T170000
DTSTAMP:20260518T055133
CREATED:20241203T184941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T130359Z
UID:10001921-1760427000-1760461200@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:Construction Quality Management 10/14 HR
DESCRIPTION:CONSTRUCTION QUALITY MANAGEMENT (CQM)\nTuesday\, October 14\, 2025  |  7:30AM – 5:00PM\nDo you want to become more competitive handling government contracts? Do you want to deliver quality\, increase repeat business\, and maintain your reputation\, all while making a profit? If these things are important to you then enroll in Construction Quality Management (CQM) for Contractors\, brought to you by ABC-Virginia\, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE)\, and the Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC). \nThis required training recognizes that the mutual goal of contractors and the government is a quality end product. This program encourages proactive leadership and emphasizes getting it right the first time. Attendees develop an understanding of how to integrate quality into every aspect of the project from the pre-construction planning to project close-out. \nEnroll in Construction Quality Management and satisfy the government’s requirements. Your certification is issued by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and is valid for five years. \nSCHEDULE\nTuesday\, October 14\, 2025\n7:30AM – 5:00PM\nContinental breakfast and lunch provided \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320\n*Student parking and entrance is in the back of the building.* \nCOST\nMember – $295\nNon-Member – $395 \nCANCELLATION POLICY\nPlease note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made by October 10\, 2025. \nQuestions?\nContact Jamie Carrow
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/construction-quality-management-10-14-hr/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
ORGANIZER;CN="Maddy Goulden":MAILTO:maddy@abcva.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T130000
DTSTAMP:20260518T055133
CREATED:20250904T163251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T133512Z
UID:10002201-1759923000-1759928400@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:Construction Financials & Project Profitability Workshop 10/8 HR
DESCRIPTION:CONSTRUCTION FINANCIALS & PROJECT PROFITABILITY WORKSHOP • LUNCH & LEARN\nWednesday\, October 8\, 2025  |  11:30AM – 1:00PM\nThis program will provide information on essential construction financial principles associated with project management and the impact the accuracy has on corporate financial statements. Many construction professionals may not truly understand the principles of over/under billings\, cost-to-complete projections\, accrual v. percent complete methodology\, year-end complete projections and more. \nUnderstanding the overall financial picture is often misunderstood at the Project Management level. A “big picture” understanding of financial/budgetary management can impact opportunities for growth\, identify risks. Each presenter will provide an informative discussion on basic job-cost principles\, building synergy and collaboration between operations and accounting\, risk mitigation\, lessons learned and practical examples of successes and challenges\, relationship between corporate financials and bonding\, and more. The session will include a Q&A forum. \nThis is a lunch and learn. \nSPEAKERS\nGene Crawley\, President\, East Coast Surety Solutions\nBrad Salter\, President\, RetroAIM\, LLC \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320 \nCOST\nMembers $67\nNon-members $97 \nCANCELLATION POLICY\nPlease note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. \nQuestions?\nContact Jamie Carrow
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/construction-financials-oct8/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
ORGANIZER;CN="Maddy Goulden":MAILTO:maddy@abcva.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T123000
DTSTAMP:20260518T055133
CREATED:20250507T184355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T155731Z
UID:10002135-1759825800-1759840200@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:CPR\, AED & First Aid Certification 10/7 HR
DESCRIPTION:CPR\, AED & FIRST AID CERTIFICATION\n**SOLD OUT!!**\nTuesday\, October 7\, 2025  |  8:30AM – 12:30PM\nABC Virginia certifies hundreds of individuals each year in First-Aid and CPR/AED using the Health Safety Institute’s (HSI) training content.  ABC-VA’s primary goal is to create confidence in its students’ abilities to handle emergency situations. Our instructors provide clear explanations of the subject matter in a relaxed environment. Instructors focus on the importance of controlling\, with confidence\, medical emergencies and providing life support for victims of sudden illness or injury.  The certification issued to each participant is valid for two years. \nINSTRUCTOR\nJamie Carrow\, ABC-VA \nLOCATION \nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320 (behind the Home Depot and Lowes on Battlefield Boulevard)\n*Student parking and entrance is in the back of the building.* \nCOST\nMember: $88\nNon-Member: $100 \nSUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual can no longer attend. Cancellations must be made with 48 hours. \nCLASS CONTACT\nMaddy Goulden
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/cpr-aed-first-aid-certification-10-7-hr/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
ORGANIZER;CN="Maddy Goulden":MAILTO:maddy@abcva.org
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251006T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251006T160000
DTSTAMP:20260518T055133
CREATED:20250422T185506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T185506Z
UID:10002117-1759737600-1759766400@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:OSHA 500 Trainer Course in OSHA Standards for the Construction Industry 10/6 HR
DESCRIPTION:OSHA 500 TRAINER COURSE IN OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH STANDARDS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY\nREGISTER HERE\nOffered by Mid Atlantic OTI Education Center\, this course will be held at ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Host Training Organization\nOctober 6 – 9\, 2025  |  8:00AM – 4:00PM\nThis course is designed for individuals interested in teaching the 10- and 30-hour construction safety and health Outreach Training Program to their employees and other interested groups. Using OSHA Construction Standards as a guide\, special emphasis is placed on those topics required in the 10- and 30-hour programs as well as those which are most hazardous. Students are briefed on effective instructional approaches and use of visual aids and handouts. This course allows the student to become a trainer in the OSHA Outreach Training Program\, to conduct both 10- and 30-hour Construction Outreach classes\, and to issue cards to participants after verifying course completion. Students who wish to participate as authorized Outreach trainers in the OSHA Outreach Training Program must prepare a presentation on an assigned OSHA Construction Outreach Training Program topic individually or as part of a group and successfully pass a written exam at the end of the course. \n\nTopics include: \n\nSafety and Health Programs\nFall Protection\nStairways/Ladders\nScaffolds\nFire Protection\nMotor Vehicles\nWelding & Cutting\nHealth Hazards\nPPE\nElectrical Standards\nHand and Power Tools\nConcrete and Masonry\nCranes\, Derricks\, Hoists\nMaterial Handling\nExcavation\nConfined Spaces\nGeneral Safety and Health Provisions\nDemolition\nSteel Erection\nOutreach Training Program Requirements\nTraining Techniques\n\nStudent Contact Hours: 26 \nPrerequisites: Students must successfully complete the OSHA #510 Occupational Safety and Health Standards for Construction and have five (5) years of safety and health work experience in the construction industry. A degree in occupational safety and health\, a Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or a Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) designation may be substituted for two (2) years of work related experience. Students should obtain guidance on whether they meet this requirement from the OSHA Training Institute Education Center where they intend to receive the training. Authorized OSHA Outreach Training Program trainers are required to attend OSHA #502 Update for Construction Industry Outreach Trainers at least once every four (4) years to maintain their trainer status. \nIndustry OSHA Standards courses (#510\, #511\, and #5410) must be completed not later than seven (7) years prior to completing the relevant Industry Trainer course (#500\, #501\, and #5400). \nThe Prerequisite Verification Form is required to complete the registration process. Click this link Prerequisite Verification Form print and send the documentation to our office via email to info@oshamidatlantic.org or fax 410-281-1350. \nCourse Includes: Student binder\, OSHA CFR 1926\, USB which includes: \n\nPowerPoint Presentation\nVideo clips\nTest Questions\nAdditional resource information\n\n\nLOCATION \nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320 \nCOST\n$845 \nSCHEDULE\nPlease visit CRSC registration link above
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/osha-500-hr-october-6/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
ORGANIZER;CN="Maddy Goulden":MAILTO:maddy@abcva.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T123000
DTSTAMP:20260518T055133
CREATED:20250507T184131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T184131Z
UID:10002134-1758702600-1758717000@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:CPR\, AED & First Aid Certification 9/24 HR
DESCRIPTION:CPR\, AED & FIRST AID CERTIFICATION\nWednesday\, September 24\, 2025  |  8:30AM – 12:30PM\nABC Virginia certifies hundreds of individuals each year in First-Aid and CPR/AED using the Health Safety Institute’s (HSI) training content.  ABC-VA’s primary goal is to create confidence in its students’ abilities to handle emergency situations. Our instructors provide clear explanations of the subject matter in a relaxed environment. Instructors focus on the importance of controlling\, with confidence\, medical emergencies and providing life support for victims of sudden illness or injury.  The certification issued to each participant is valid for two years. \nINSTRUCTOR\nJamie Carrow\, ABC-VA \nLOCATION \nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320 (behind the Home Depot and Lowes on Battlefield Boulevard)\n*Student parking and entrance is in the back of the building.* \nCOST\nMember: $88\nNon-Member: $100 \nSUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual can no longer attend. Cancellations must be made with 48 hours. \nCLASS CONTACT\nMaddy Goulden
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/cpr-aed-first-aid-certification-9-24-hr/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
ORGANIZER;CN="Maddy Goulden":MAILTO:maddy@abcva.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T160000
DTSTAMP:20260518T055133
CREATED:20250716T204657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T141649Z
UID:10002171-1758092400-1758124800@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:24-Hour Competent Person Fall Protection Training 9/17 HR
DESCRIPTION:24-HOUR COMPETENT PERSON FALL PROTECTION TRAINING\nSeptember 17\, 18 & 19\, 2025  |  7:00AM – 4:00PM \nIn Accordance with ANSI Standard Z359.2\n(Conforms to the 24-Hour Training Requirements of the EM-385-1-1 2014 Edition) \nEM385-1-1 requires all Competent Persons who have employees who work at height\, to attend a 24-hour class. Federal enforcement of training requirements began September 1\, 2016. Section 21 is significantly different from the current OSHA Subpart M and ANSI A10.32 requirements. \nThis 24-hour training is in accordance with 29CFR 1926 and EM-385-1-1\, introducing students to the USACE EM385-1-1 Safety & Health Standards\, as well as Virginia and Federal Construction Safety Standards and Regulations covering Fall Protection. This course includes classroom instruction in addition to the required 8-hours of practical hands-on training. \nTopics Include:\n– An integrated study of hazard recognition and abatement principles related to falls on construction worksites.\n– Available equipment\, equipment use\, maintenance\, storage and inspection requirements to maintain compliance\n– Basic rescue techniques and emergency action procedures\n– The study of compliance issues and challenges facing safety professionals including mishap and case study analysis\, Virginia and Federal general safety standards\, worksite inspections\, interfacing with compliance officials\, vertical and horizontal standards\, and common construction industry compliance issues are also discussed. \nAdditional Topics Include:\n– Equipment selection\, Inspection and Donning\n– Fall Prevention/Restraint/Arrest\n– Fall Hazard Elimination\n– Passive v. Active Systems\n– Fall arrest rescue systems\n– Selection and usage on non-certified anchorages\n– Authorized persons’ duties and responsibilities\n– Competent persons’ duties and responsibilities\n– Testing of fall protection equipment\n– “Hands-On” scenario of fall protection systems\n– OSHA and ANSI Standards of Fall Protection \nWho Should Attend:\nAnyone required to manage a safety program or who is responsible to be the on-site Competent Person\, including Safety Managers\, Safety Directors\, Onsite Managers\, Supervisors\, Section Leads and Responsible Persons. \nWhat To Bring:\nBring your personal fall protection harness with you to class. Doing so will provide the opportunity to learn how to properly wear your personal equipment you’d like to bring to class\, it can be inspected as well (i.e. lifelines\, lanyards\, anchorages\, etc.) Bringing in some of your own gear to class will provide you with practical experience suing your own equipment in addition to the equipment provided in class. \n**Class is limited to 15 students.** \nLOCATION \nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500 Chesapeake\, VA 23320\n*Attendee parking and entrance is located in the back of the building.* \nCOST\nMember – $595\nNon-Member – $800 \nSCHEDULE\n3-Day Course\nSeptember 17 – 19\, 2025\n7:00AM – 4:00PM\nContinental breakfast\, pre-packaged snacks\, coffee/water and boxed lunch provided \nCANCELLATION POLICY\nA reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. If you do not cancel within the required time or do not show up for or complete the course\, you will be financially responsible. \nQuestions?\nContact Jamie Carrow
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/24-hour-competent-person-fall-protection-training-9-17-hr/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
ORGANIZER;CN="Maddy Goulden":MAILTO:maddy@abcva.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T123000
DTSTAMP:20260518T055133
CREATED:20250507T183911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T152335Z
UID:10002133-1757493000-1757507400@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:CPR\, AED & First Aid Certification 9/10 HR **FULL**
DESCRIPTION:CPR\, AED & FIRST AID CERTIFICATION\n**FULL. Please email Maddy Goulden to be put on waitlist and/or register for our next training on September 24.**\nWednesday\, September 10\, 2025  |  8:30AM – 12:30PM\nABC Virginia certifies hundreds of individuals each year in First-Aid and CPR/AED using the Health Safety Institute’s (HSI) training content.  ABC-VA’s primary goal is to create confidence in its students’ abilities to handle emergency situations. Our instructors provide clear explanations of the subject matter in a relaxed environment. Instructors focus on the importance of controlling\, with confidence\, medical emergencies and providing life support for victims of sudden illness or injury.  The certification issued to each participant is valid for two years. \nINSTRUCTOR\nJamie Carrow\, ABC-VA \nLOCATION \nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320 (behind the Home Depot and Lowes on Battlefield Boulevard)\n*Student parking and entrance is in the back of the building.* \nCOST\nMember: $88\nNon-Member: $100 \nSUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual can no longer attend. Cancellations must be made with 48 hours. \nCLASS CONTACT\nMaddy Goulden
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/cpr-aed-first-aid-certification-9-10-hr/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
ORGANIZER;CN="Maddy Goulden":MAILTO:maddy@abcva.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T160000
DTSTAMP:20260518T055133
CREATED:20250505T182514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T182514Z
UID:10002130-1756886400-1756915200@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:First Aid\, CPR and AED Instructor Training 9/3 HR
DESCRIPTION:FIRST AID\, CPR & AED INSTRUCTOR TRAINING\nREGISTER HERE\nWednesday\, September 3 – Friday\, September 5\, 2025  |  8:00AM – 4:00PM\nNational Safety Council’s First Aid Institute is an internationally recognized authority on first aid procedures and CPR & AED Instruction. Both programs are recognized by Federal OSHA and Maryland Occupational Safety & Health (MOSH). CPR programs comply with the latest guidelines as outlined by the American Heart Association. \n\nWhen we updated our programs to cover the latest CPR and Emergency Cardiac Care Guidelines and techniques\, we improved every aspect of the program. This includes the Instructor Manuals\, Instructor Portal access\, electronic resources\, and Student Workbooks! With NEW Materials\, NSC Instructors get more nationally recognized completion cards\, have minimal paperwork and administrative duties (NSC maintains student renewal records)\, have preferred product pricing on all materials\, and access to our exclusive\, secure NSC Instructor website! National Safety Council’s First Aid and CPR programs meet OSHA requirements for training. Instructor candidates are certified in First Aid. CPR and AED as part of class training. Certification is valid for 2 years. \nRequirements: \n\nInstructors are required to purchase a student guide for each student they teach\nInstructor credentials must be renewed every two years\n\nCourse Includes: Instructor Kit and Certificates of Completion\, lunch and refreshments \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320\n**Student parking and entrance is in the back of the building.** \n\nCOST\nMembers — $575\nNon-members — $650 \nSCHEDULE\nPlease visit CRSC registration link above
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/first-aid-cpr-and-aed-instructor-training-9-3-hr/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
ORGANIZER;CN="Jamie Carrow":MAILTO:jamie@abcva.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T160000
DTSTAMP:20260518T055133
CREATED:20250114T165528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T165528Z
UID:10002001-1756108800-1756137600@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:OSHA 510 - OSHA Standards for the Construction Industry 8/25 HR
DESCRIPTION:OSHA 510 – OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH STANDARDS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY\nREGISTER HERE\nOffered by Mid Atlantic OTI Education Center\, this course will be held at ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Host Training Organization\nAugust 25 – 28\, 2025  |  8:00AM – 4:00PM\nThis course covers OSHA Standards\, policies\, and procedures in the construction industry.  Topics include scope and application of the OSHA Construction Standards\, construction safety and health principles\, and special emphasis on those areas in construction which are most hazardous.  Upon course completion students will have the ability to define construction terms found in the OSHA Construction Standards\, identify hazards which occur in the construction industry\, locate and determine appropriate OSHA Construction Standards\, policies\, and procedures\, and describe the use of the OSHA Construction Standards and regulations to supplement an ongoing safety and health program. \n\nStudent Contact Hours:  26\nPrerequisites:  None\nCourse Includes: Student binder\, OSHA CFR 1926\, Lunch and Refreshments \n\nThis course is a prerequisite to the OSHA #500 Trainer Course in Occupational Safety and Health Standards for the Construction Industry\nThis course is a required courses for the Public Sector Safety & Health Fundamentals Certificate Program for Construction\n\n\nLOCATION\nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320\n**Student parking and entrance is in the back of the building.** \nCOST\n$845 \nSCHEDULE\nPlease visit CRSC registration link above
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/osha-510-osha-standards-for-the-construction-industry-8-25-hr/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel Fronius":MAILTO:rachel@abcva.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T210000
DTSTAMP:20260518T055133
CREATED:20250716T201822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T201822Z
UID:10002167-1755795600-1755810000@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:NEC 2020 Update 8/21 HR
DESCRIPTION:NEC 2020 UPDATE COURSE\nABC Virginia is offering the 2020 NEC Update in order to accommodate Continuing Education requirements. The Individual License and Certification Regulations adopted by the Board for Contractors\, Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation\, on April 1\, 2007 (18 VAC 50-30-120) provide that all individuals renewing a journeyman or masters license after December 1\, 2007\, shall be required to satisfactorily complete a continuing education course from a provider approved by the board. \nThe following course has been approved by the Board for Contractors\, Virginia Department of Occupational Regulation\, as meeting the continuing education requirements for licensed tradesmen (journeyman and masters)\, in accordance with the provisions of 18 VAC 50-30-120. \n*State Approved Continuing Education Course \nSCHEDULE\nThursday\, August 21\, 2025\n5:00PM – 9:00PM \nINSTRUCTOR\nDavid G. Humphrey\, Code Making Panel Chair\, Senior Electrical Inspector\, Plan Review Engineer \nLOCATION \nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320\n*Student parking and entrance is in the back of the building.* \nCOST\nMember – $99\nNon-Member – $129 \nCANCELLATION POLICY\nPlease note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. \nQuestions?\nContact Jamie Carrow
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/nec-2020-update-8-21-hr/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
ORGANIZER;CN="Maddy Goulden":MAILTO:maddy@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T123000
DTSTAMP:20260518T055133
CREATED:20250507T183457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T135312Z
UID:10002132-1755073800-1755088200@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:CPR\, AED & First Aid Certification 8/13 HR
DESCRIPTION:CPR\, AED & FIRST AID CERTIFICATION\nWednesday\, August 13\, 2025  |  8:30AM – 12:30PM\nABC Virginia certifies hundreds of individuals each year in First-Aid and CPR/AED using the Health Safety Institute’s (HSI) training content.  ABC-VA’s primary goal is to create confidence in its students’ abilities to handle emergency situations. Our instructors provide clear explanations of the subject matter in a relaxed environment. Instructors focus on the importance of controlling\, with confidence\, medical emergencies and providing life support for victims of sudden illness or injury.  The certification issued to each participant is valid for two years. \nINSTRUCTOR\nJamie Carrow\, ABC-VA \nLOCATION \nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320 (behind the Home Depot and Lowes on Battlefield Boulevard)\n*Student parking and entrance is in the back of the building.* \nCOST\nMember: $88\nNon-Member: $100 \nSUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual can no longer attend. Cancellations must be made with 48 hours. \nCLASS CONTACT\nMaddy Goulden
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/cpr-aed-firstaid-aug13-hr/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
ORGANIZER;CN="Maddy Goulden":MAILTO:maddy@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T170000
DTSTAMP:20260518T055133
CREATED:20241203T184634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T125719Z
UID:10001920-1754983800-1755018000@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:Construction Quality Management 8/12 HR
DESCRIPTION:CONSTRUCTION QUALITY MANAGEMENT (CQM)\nTuesday\, August 12\, 2025  |  7:30AM – 5:00PM\nDo you want to become more competitive handling government contracts? Do you want to deliver quality\, increase repeat business\, and maintain your reputation\, all while making a profit? If these things are important to you then enroll in Construction Quality Management (CQM) for Contractors\, brought to you by ABC-Virginia\, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE)\, and the Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC). \nThis required training recognizes that the mutual goal of contractors and the government is a quality end product. This program encourages proactive leadership and emphasizes getting it right the first time. Attendees develop an understanding of how to integrate quality into every aspect of the project from the pre-construction planning to project close-out. \nEnroll in Construction Quality Management and satisfy the government’s requirements. Your certification is issued by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and is valid for five years. \nSCHEDULE\nTuesday\, August 12\, 2025\n7:30AM – 5:00PM\nContinental breakfast and lunch provided \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320\n*Student parking and entrance is in the back of the building.* \nCOST\nMember – $295\nNon-Member – $395 \nCANCELLATION POLICY\nPlease note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made by August 8\, 2025. \nQuestions?\nContact Jamie Carrow
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/construction-quality-management-8-12-hr/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
ORGANIZER;CN="Maddy Goulden":MAILTO:maddy@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250811T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250811T180000
DTSTAMP:20260518T055133
CREATED:20250730T171425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T172427Z
UID:10002182-1754928000-1754935200@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:Hampton Roads – Apprenticeship Math Refresher Course
DESCRIPTION:APPRENTICESHIP MATH REFRESHER COURSE\nAugust 11 – 15\, 2025   |  Two times available — see options below\nAll incoming Level l apprentices are required to take a math assessment and achieve a score of 80% or higher to pass. Apprentices scoring below 80% will need to complete a mandatory math refresher course to strengthen their foundational skills. The Math Refresher Course is a mandatory series of five evening sessions. \nCLASS OPTIONS\nClass #1: August 11\, 12\, 13\, 14 & 15\, 2025 from 4:00PM – 6:00PM [each day]\nClass #2: August 11\, 12\, 13\, 14 & 15\, 2025 from 6:00PM – 8:00PM [each day] \nFee\n$55 per participant \nLocation\nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320 \nCourse Contact\nJamie Carrow
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/hr-mathrefresh-2025/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
ORGANIZER;CN="Maddy Goulden":MAILTO:maddy@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T170000
DTSTAMP:20260518T055133
CREATED:20250418T182808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T182809Z
UID:10002112-1750777200-1750784400@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:Understanding Plans & Specs 6/24 HR
DESCRIPTION:UNDERSTANDING PLANS & SPECS (FORMERLY BLUEPRINT READING 101/102)\nBegins Tuesday\, June 24\, 2025  |  3:00PM – 5:00PM\nEnhance your personal and professional value by enrolling in ABC-VA’s Understanding Plans and Specs (formerly Blueprint Reading). Blueprint Reading 101 and 102 are being combined in one course that will establish the fundamental skills necessary to navigate and work with Plans and Specifications\, either in the office or in the field. This course will start with an introduction to plans and work towards using the full plan set in the field of construction. \nAll employees in the construction industry can benefit from this course. Knowing and understanding the blueprint language is a highly marketable skill and will make anyone an invaluable resource to their company. \nINSTRUCTOR\nJeremy Winstead\, Power Electric Co. \nSCHEDULE\nSix-Day Course:\nJune 24\, 26\nJuly 8\, 10\, 15\, 17\n3:00PM – 5:00PM \nLOCATION \nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320 \nCOST\nMember – $345\nNon-Member – $445 \nSUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual can no longer attend. Please note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. \nQuestions?\nContact Jamie Carrow
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/understanding-plans-specs-jun24/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jamie Carrow":MAILTO:jamie@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T130000
DTSTAMP:20260518T055133
CREATED:20250410T161759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T153129Z
UID:10002095-1750246200-1750251600@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:Facilitating Meaningful Strategic Meetings 6/18 HR
DESCRIPTION:FACILITATING MEANINGFUL STRATEGIC MEETINGS with JAMIE VANEK\nWednesday\, June 18\, 2025  |  11:30AM – 1:00PM\nWhat exactly are strategic meetings and why do they matter? If you’ve ever left a meeting feeling frustrated\, bored\, or like it was a waste of time\, you’re not alone. Facilitating meetings isn’t just a dull requirement of managers\, it’s a necessity to move the organization\, team or project forward. The problem is that many people don’t know how to make these meetings more meaningful\, engaging\, and results driven. \nIn this session we’ll cover the definition and benefits of strategic meetings as well as the playbook for leading effective meetings. \nIn this session you will learn:\n• What is strategy and why does it matter?\n• Keys to successful meetings\n• Facilitation techniques\n• The three most important questions to ask before having a meeting \nThis session is for anyone who has to lead meetings for organizations\, teams or projects\, Supervisors\, Project Managers\, Office Managers\, Executives \nSPEAKER\nJamie Vanek\, President\, Etolin Strait Development Group – Jamie Vanek made the unexpected career leap from teaching to construction in 2007 and discovered a passion for project management and team leadership. After diving deep into the federal contracting industry through construction\, Jamie has led projects and teams across the country in support of many federal agencies including NAVFAC\, USACE\, FBI\, NIWC\, Coast Guard. Department of Veteran Affairs\, and Air Force. Jamie is currently President of Etolin Strait Development Group\, an Alaska Native 8(a) Company\, headquartered in Norfolk\, Virginia\, and executing contracts from Washington DC to Georgia. \nAs a female leader in the construction industry\, author\, TEDx speaker\, and facilitator\, Jamie has been featured in Construction Business Owner\, Construction Executive\, ThriveGlobal\, and other digital publications about leading in the construction industry. Visit Jamie’s website to learn more  |  Watch Jamie’s TEDx Talk! \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320 \nCOST \nMembers – $67\nNon-Members – $97\nLunch provided \nQuestions?\nContact Jamie Carrow
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/meetings25/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jamie Carrow":MAILTO:jamie@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T160000
DTSTAMP:20260518T055133
CREATED:20250114T165017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T165017Z
UID:10001999-1749715200-1749744000@www.abcva.org
SUMMARY:Excavation\, Trenching & Soil Mechanics Trainer 6/12 HR
DESCRIPTION:EXCAVATION\, TRENCHING AND SOIL MECHANICS TRAINER\nThis is a Chesapeake Region Safety Council course – REGISTER HERE\nThursday\, June 12\, 2025  |  8:00AM – 4:00PM\nThis Trainer Course in Trenching and Excavation is recommended for inspectors\, auditors\, safety and health professionals and those personnel responsible for writing\, auditing\, or training employees with an active role in trenching and excavations. This course was developed and designed to educate participants to train about all aspects of 29 CFR 1926 Subpart P Excavations. \n\nPrerequisite: In order to attend this course you must have completed the OSHA 3015 EXCAVATION\, TRENCHING AND SOIL MECHANICS course within the last 12 months and provide the CRSC with a copy of your course completion certificate. \nObjective: This program provides the elements to develop a good Trenching and Excavation Training Program to include: \n\nDetermine training needs\nIdentify goals and objectives\n Develop learning activities   (i.e.\, lecture\, on-the-job\, hands-on\, discussion\, or a combination of all of these)\nConduct the training – each student will be responsible to develop and present an assigned topic on Trenching and Excavations to the class and be evaluated on that presentation.\nEvaluate the Training Program\n\nCourse Includes: A student binder and a USB which includes: \n\nPowerPoint Presentations\nVideo clips\nTest questions\nAdditional resource information for\nTrenching and Excavations.\n\nPlease note\, to register for this course you must have completed the OSHA 3015 EXCAVATION\, TRENCHING AND SOIL MECHANICS and pass the course exam with an 80% or higher. \n\nLOCATION\nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320 \nCOST\nMember – $265\nNon-Member – $345 \nSCHEDULE\nPlease visit CRSC registration link above
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/excavation-trenching-soil-mechanics-trainer-6-12-hr/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel Fronius":MAILTO:rachel@abcva.org
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