The National
Environmental Health
Association
National Radon Proficiency Program
Entry-Level Radon Measurement and Mitigation Courses for NEHA-NRPP Certification
The following is a list of trainers who provide entry level radon
training courses. To
become certified as either a radon mitigation or measurement service
provider one must
attend an entry level course, such as the ones listed below, pass a
NEHA Exam and submit an
application. If you attend one of the classroom-based courses, you will
be offered the opportunity to take the NEHA-NRPP exam at the conclusion
of the course. If you choose to complete a distance-based course,
you will need to schedule your certification exam through a LaserGrade
computer-based testing site. Please call central registration at
800-211-2754 or if outside the USA call 1-360-896-9111. The cost is $100
and all major credit cards are accepted. All of the course providers listed below provide
courses
that meet the entry
level requirements and can assist in the entire certification process.
Courses are listed
alphabetically by provider. Note: This is not a complete
list of all companies that provide radon education.
Residential Measurement Provider
Residential Mitigation Provider
Radon Measurement CoursesProvider: AccuStar Laboratories, a division of Spruce Environmental
187 Neck Road
Ward Hill, MA 01835
Contact: (800) 355-0901
Email: tsmith@spruce.com
Course Title: Residential Radon Measurement
Course ID#: NRPP-20
Course Description: A practical 16-hour training course to prepare radon measurement personnel to perform radon measurements, communicate radon behavior and risk to clientele and respond to technical questions. Two days of 8-hour sessions.
CE Credits: 16
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Provider: Celia Rajkovich, RRPT
171 Hall Road
Aliquippa, PA 15001
Contact: (724) 774-4535
Email: celiar@comcast.net
Course Title: Radon Measurement Course for Testing, Labs & Mitigators
Course ID#: NRPP-42
Course Description: This course will prepare you to sit for a national or state radon measurement certification program, prepare you to conduct professional radon measurements and serves as the prerequisite for a radon mitigation course.
CE Credits: 16
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4700 Groves Lane
Fairfax, VA 22030
Contact: (703) 273-2282
Email: Dje42@aol.com
Course Title: Certification and Recertification of Residential Service Providers of Indoor Radon Measurements in IL, KY, MD, PA and VA
Course ID#: GMU-3
Course Description: A two-day course on indoor radon that includes the selection, placement and operation of radon measurement devices, interpretation of results, and mitigation methods. Course prepares students for the NEHA-NRPP Entry-Level Certification Exam or the Recertification Exam; no charge for either exam.
CE Credits: 16
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Provider: Center for Environmental Research & Technology, Inc.
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Contact: 800-513-8332
www.certi.us
Course Title: Radon and Radon Decay Product Measurement Course - Home Study
Course ID#: NRPP-45a
Course Description: This comprehensive and convenient audio-based home study course provides you with an easy-to-use format of audio Cds, manual, reference materials, and short video clips. You can listen to the course material in your car, on your computer, or anywhere you have aa CD Player. The audio CDs are in an easy-listening format including phone interviews with respected experts in the field, providing valuable information and insight to the radon industry. The section review questions are online, providing you with instant feedback allowing you to review the material as needed before taking the certification exam. CERTI will assist you in coordinating a Certification Exam to fit your needs. This version contains 160+ review questions.
CE Credits: 24
Provider: Center for Environmental Research & Technology, Inc.
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Contact: 800-513-8332
www.certi.us
Course Title: Radon and Radon Decay Product Measurement Course - Home Study
Course ID#: NRPP-45b
Course Description: This comprehensive and convenient audio-based home study course provides you with an easy-to-use format of audio Cds, manual, reference materials, and short video clips. You can listen to the course material in your car, on your computer, or anywhere you have aa CD Player. The audio CDs are in an easy-listening format including phone interviews with respected experts in the field, providing valuable information and insight to the radon industry. The section review questions are online, providing you with instant feedback allowing you to review the material as needed before taking the certification exam. CERTI will assist you in coordinating a Certification Exam to fit your needs. This version contains 30 review questions.
CE Credits: 16
Provider: Eastern Regional Radon Training Center
Rutgers University, Livingston Campus, Road One
New Brunswick, NJ 08854
Contact: (732) 445-2582
http://envsci.rutgers.edu/~errtc/
Course Title: Radon Measurement Proficiency
Course ID#: ERRTC-2
Course Description: A two-day classroom overview of selection, placement, operation and set-up of measurement devices. Classroom experience enhanced by a wide assortment of measurement devices demonstrated and on display. Course prepares students for NEHA's RPP Measurement Exam and the NJ-DEP Measurement Technician Exam.
CE Credits: 16
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Provider: Eastern Regional Radon Training Center
Rutgers University, Livingston Campus, Road One
New Brunswick, NJ 08854
Contact: (732) 445-2582
http://envsci.rutgers.edu/~errtc/
Course Title: Internet-Based Radon Measurement Course
Course ID#: ERRTC-13
Course Description: Internet-Based radon measurement course allows students to complete their initial radon measurement training at times and locations most convenient to them. Students receive 24/7 tech support and access to course materials. An instructor is available during business hours via phone and always via e-mail. Average instructor response time is under 4 hours. Students interact with each other through threaded discussions, scheduled chat sessions and e-mail. This course prepares students for the NEHA measurement certification exam and the NJ measurement technician exam.
CE Credits: 16
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Provider: Environmental Solutions Association.
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416 Pine Street Suite 201
Williamsport, PA 17701
Contact: (570) 326-3700
www.esaassociation.com
Course Title: Initial Radon Measurement Course
Course ID: ESA-1
Course Description: This correspondence course prepares the student for the NEHA-NRPP Measurement Exam.
CE Credits: 16
Provider: Envirometric Laboratories, Inc.
19500 Aramanth Drive Suite D
Germantown, MD 20874
Contact: (301) 916-2501
info@envirometric.com
Course Title: Radon Measurement Technician Course
Course ID: EML-1
Course Description: Initial course covering radon testing protocols based on the requirements for NEHA-National Radon Proficiency Program certification and the former USEPA Radon Proficicieny Programs. Course provides participants knowledge in the science of radon and radioactivity, radon mechanics and transport, health physics and risk of radon exposure. Prepares participants for the NEHA National Radon Proficiency (NEHA-NRPP) Measurement exam.CE Credits: 16
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Provider: Femto Tech, Inc.
325 Industry Drive
Carlisle, OH 45005
Contact: (937) 746-4427
www.femto-tech.com
Course Title: Radon Measurement Proficiency Course
Course ID#: FT-1
Course Description: This 16-hour classroom course is based on the U.S. EPA Radon Measurement Course.
CE Credits: 16
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Provider: Midwest Universities Radon Consortium
University of Minnesota
1985 Buford Ave., 240 McNeal Hall
St. Paul, MN 55108
Contact: (612) 624-8747 or 1-800-843-8636
http://dha.che.umn.edu/murc/
Course Title: Radon Measurement Proficiency Course
Course ID#: MURC-9
Course Description: Two to three day course on radon measurement methods covering device selection, placement and operation. It prepares participants for the NEHA Radon Proficiency Program (RRP) Measurement exams and field measurement business.
CE Credits: 16
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Provider: Radalink
5599 Peachtree Road
Atlanta, GA 30341
Contact: (770) 457-1944
www.radalink.com
Course Title: Radon Measurement Operators Course
Course ID#: RADLNK-1
Course Description: A two day course addressing the fundamentals of radiation, radon entry and behavior, radon measurement devices and methodology, EPA testing protocols, and quality assurance.
CE Credits: 16
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Provider: RTCA - Radon Testing Corporation of America, Inc.
2 Hayes Street
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Elmsford, NY 10523
Contact: (800) 457-2366
Email: :rtca97@att.net
Course Title: Radon Measurement Operators Course
Course ID#: RTCA-1
Course Description: This two-day course prepares you to take a National or a State Certifiation Exam and covers a wide variety of topis including: Radiation Physics, Health Risks, Radon Sources and Behavior, Measurement Protocols, Methods, Techniques and Devices, Radon In Water, QA/QC, Interpretation of Results and Mitigation.
Provider: Southern Regional Radon Training Center
Business & Engineering Outreach and Continuing Education
217 Ramsey Hall
Auburn University, AL 36849
Contact: (800) 626-2703
www.eng.auburn.edu/department/eesv/SRRTC/
Course Title: Radon Measurement Operators Course
RPP Course ID#: SRRTC-4
Course Description: This two and one-half day classroom course consists of overheads, slides and lecture for people wishing to enter the field of radon measurement and also wish to become listed in the Radon Proficiency Program.
CE Credits: 20
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Provider: University Educational Services, Inc.
RD 5, Box 5464
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
Contact: (570) 421-1775
www.uesinc.com
Course Title: Radon Measurement Proficiency Course - "Radon Training for Radon Certification"
Course ID#: UES-21
Course Description: This home study, self paced program consists of 4 videos and several texts addressing material required to satisfy NEHA NRPP course requirements. It includes several free radon test kits including laboratory analysis. During this program the viewer will work through almost 300 sample questions including a practice exam. The program is designed to deliver information needed by a Radon tester to satisfy entry level course requirements, pass state and agency exams and gain mastery of all pertinent radon material. An individual is available over the phone to answer questions. Cost is $225.00 plus shipping and handling.
CE Credits: 16
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Provider: University of Illinois at Chicago/Great Lakes Center
2121 West Taylor
School of Public Health
Chicago, IL 60612-7260
Contact: (312) 996-2613
www.uic.edu/sph/glakes/ce
Course Title: Illinois Radon Measurement Course
Course ID#: UILC-1
Course Description: Entry level training for licensing in Illinois and other states. Modified after the U.S. EPA Radon Measurement Proficiency Course. Meets Illinois licensing training requirements. Provides hands on training to perform accurate radon measurements.
CE Credits: 16
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Provider: Western Regional Radon Training Center
University of Colorado at Colorado Springs
Physics Department
1420 Austin Bluffs Parkway
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
director@wrrtc.net
Contact Linda Martell @ (877) 723-6607/fax - (877) 723-6601
www.wrrtc.net
Course Title: Radon Measurement Operators Course
Course ID#: WRRTC-1
Course Description: This 16-hour classroom course focuses on conducting basic radon measurements, but also covers radon health risks, factors that influence radon measurements, and an overview of radon mitigation systems.
CE Credits: 16
Radon Mitigation Courses
Provider: Center for Environmental Research & Technology, Inc.
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Contact: (800) 513-8332
www.certi.us
Course Title: Radon Technology for Mitigators - Home Study
Course ID#: CERTI-2a
Course Description: This comprehensive and convenient audio-based home study course provides you with an easy-to-use format of audio CDs, manual, reference materials, and short video clips. Section review questions are online, providing you with instant feedback allowing you to review the material as needed before taking the certification exam. The course also includes 16 hours of "hands-on" training with a mentor arranged for you by CERTI. This course can be taken on its own if you have already completed an approved measurement course, or can be packaged at a discounted rate with CERTI's home study radon measurement course. CERTI will assist you in corrding the certification exams to fit your needs.
Provider: Eastern Regional Radon Training Center
Rutgers University, Livingston Campus, 21 Road One
Piscataway, NJ 08844-9031
Contact: (732) 445-2582
http://envsci.rutgers.edu/~errtc/
Course Title: Radon Contractor Proficiency
Course ID#: ERRTC-4
Course Description: Five-day course combining Radon Measurement Proficiency and Radon Mitigation Technology Programs. Includes 16 hours of hands-on training to satisfy initial training requirement for Residential Radon Mitigation Service Provider listing.
CE Credits: 40
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Provider: Midwest Universities Radon Consortium
University of Minnesota
1985 Buford Ave., 240 McNeal Hall
St. Paul, MN 55108
Contact: (612) 624-8747 or 1-800-843-8636
http://dha.che.umn.edu/murc/
Course Title: Radon Technology For Mitigators
Course ID#: MURC-8
Course Description: This course examines the major aspects of radon mitigation, from diagnosing a radon problem to implementing and evaluating a mitigation plan. This comprehensive approach combines two or three days of intensive classroom preparation with field work and diagnostic exercise. This course is essential for those who plan to offer radon reduction services and to sit for the Radon Proficiency Program Mitigation exam.
CE Credits: 16
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Provider: Southern Regional Radon Training Center
Business & Engineering Outreach and Continuing Education
217 Ramsey Hall
Auburn University, AL 36849
Contact: (800) 626-2703
Course ID#: SRRTC-3
www.eng.auburn.edu/department/eesv/SRRTC/
Course Title: Radon Technology For Mitigators
Course Description: This program consists of overheads, slides and lecture for people wishing to enter the field of radon mitigation and also wish to become listed in the Radon Proficiency Program.
Provider: Western Regional Radon Training Center
University of Colorado at Colorado Springs
Physics Department
Contact Linda Martell @ (877) 723-6607/fax - (877) 723-6601
1420 Austin Bluffs Parkway
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
www.wrrtc.net
Course Title: Radon Technology for Mitigators
Course ID#: WRRTC-2
Course Description: A comprehensive program that addresses the design and installation of radon mitigation systems in residential applications. The radon measurement course is a prerequisite and immediately precedes this course for the convenience of the students. The NEHA certification exam is offered in conjunction with course offerings.
CE Credits: 24