How do I become a Certified Graduate Builder (CGB)?
Curriculum and Other Requirements
Two years of building experience by graduation
Builder Assessment Review (BAR)
Be a "Builder" according to the following criteria: primary executive/owner of a company, superintendent or lead carpenter, or construction executive personnel/employee* that has built a minimum of 1 dwelling in the past 24 months.
Builder Assessment Review (BAR): Candidates are required to take the BAR assessment to determine what courses they must complete to earn the CGB designation. The results of the BAR list the number of courses required (0-2) from the five key areas of the designation curriculum.
*Employee in an executive or management position with discretionary authority over building and construction matters, excluding office management and administrative personnel such as office manager or accountant.
AND
Submit proof of liability insurance and workers compensation insurance for yourself or be an employee* of a company that holds both. (Where required by local jurisdiction)
Submit proof of a residential builder’s or contractor’s license, certificate, or registration for the state in which you do business for yourself or be an employee* of a company that holds a license, certificate, or registration. (Where required by local jurisdiction)
Submit a letter of sponsorship from the owner/executive stipulating your position within the company as either superintendent, lead contractor or construction executive is required, if you are not the owner of the company.
Submit a signed copy of the Code of Ethics Pledge
Building Technology
Building Codes & Standards
Building Technology: Systems and Interior Finishes
Building Technology: Structures and Exterior Finishes
Green Building for Building Professionals (2 course credits)
Business Finance
Business Accounting and Job Cost
Business Management for Building Professionals
Construction Contracts and Law
Estimating
Project Management
Design/Build
Project Management
Scheduling
Sales & Marketing
Customer Service
Land Development, Site Planning and Zoning
Sales & Marketing
Certified New Home Sales Professional (CSP 2 course credits)
Safety
Recognizing the Big-Four Safety Hazards for the Home Building Industry
Associated Fees
BAR Fee (includes program application fee):
$195.00
Local course fees determined by the HBA
National Fees:
$195.00 members
$245.00 non-members
Graduation Fees:
$145.00 members
$245.00 non-members
Annual Renewal Fees:
$50.00 members
$75.00 non-members
Continuing Education Requirements
Complete 12 hours of continuing education every three years. At least six hours must be from an NAHB University of Housing course.
