Become an Instructor
What is an NAHB Approved Instructor?
NAHB provides industry-specific education designed to be taught by experienced professionals with in-depth knowledge of the course content.
An NAHB Approved Instructor is a recognized industry expert who has been reviewed and approved by the Instructor Review Group (IRG) to teach specific courses aligned with their expertise and professional background.
Before applying to become an NAHB Approved Instructor, please ensure you meet the following requirements:
- Complete the Course(s) You Wish to Teach — You must have completed the most recent course(s) you are interested in instructing. Find a list of our courses on our Course Catalogue.
- Complete NAHB’s Train the Trainer Course — This course must be completed within five years of your instructor applicatoin. If you are taking this course specifically for the purpose of becoming an NAHB Approved Instructor, contact [email protected] to request a discount when registering for an NAHB-nationally offered event.
- Have Relevant Industry Experience — You must have a minimum of five (5) years of professional experience directly related to the content of the course(s) you wish to teach.
- Submit Your Application — Once all requirements are complete, apply to become an NAHB instructor through the online application form.
Steps to apply:
- Submit an Online Application — Complete the Instructor Application available on the NAHB website. See items needed to submit the application below.
- Application Review — An NAHB staff members will review your submission and forward it to the Instructor Review Group (IRG).
- Evaluation by the IRG — The IRG will assess your qualifications and determine whether you are approved to teach the course(s) you applied for.
- Virtual Interview (If needed) — If your application does not provide enough detail, the IRG may request a virtual interview to discuss your experience and expertise in greater depth.
Items You Will Need Before Starting the Application:
- A resume highlighting your knowledge and expertise
- A Subject Matter Expert statement explaining why you feel qualified to teach the course(s) you're applying for
- Three (3) reference letters to upload with contact information
- Letters should verify your teaching ability and/or subject-matter knowledge
- Letters cannot come from an NAHB staff member, your home HBA, or anyone employed at your current company
- One letter may come from an HBA you are not a member of
What Happens Next:
- If Approved — You will receive a congratulatory letter detailing which courses you have been approved to teach, along with login information for the NAHB Instructor FTP Site, where you can access course materials
- If Denied — You will receive an email explaining that the IRG did not approve your application at this time. Suggestions will be included to help you strengthen your qualifications before reapplying. (Note: The decision of the IRG is final.)
The NAHB Approved Instructor status is subject to annual renewal. To remain active and listed in the NAHB Instructor Directory, you must:
- Review and sign the annual Instructor Guidelines
- Teach at least one (1) course every five (5) years that you are approved to instruct
- Maintain a satisfactory instructor evaluation score
- Stay current with revised course materials for all approved courses
- Notify NAHB if your contact information changes
If you have questions about the instructor approval process, please contact us at [email protected] or the Learning Helpline at 1-800-368-5242 x8154.
