Trainings

AIARE 1 Avalanche Training

Utilizing Zoom and in-field activity, this 24-hour hybrid training is an introduction to using decision-making tools to help a group manage risk while traveling in avalanche terrain.

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Apple Tree Pruning

This training covers essential apple tree pruning skills, combining technical instruction with hands-on practice. Participants will learn proper tool usage, including pneumatic pruners, Sawzall, and loppers, for safe and effective pruning. The course focuses on optimizing tree height, improving airflow, reducing disease risks, and pruning for healthy growth and fruit production. It also covers techniques for managing neglected trees and removing dead or damaged wood to enhance tree health.

Saturday, March 29, 2025, Red Schoolhouse - Rm 108

Applied Agronomy for Agricultural Service Providers

This three-day training, with an infield component in each session, is designed for ag service providers who want to increase their knowledge of agronomic concepts.

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Artificial Insemination of Dairy Cattle and Reproductive Management

Attendees will be provided with an overview of the bovine reproductive cycle and typical reproductive management interventions. They will dedicate three hours to honing palpation skills and another three hours to the artificial insemination of dairy cattle.

April 3-4, 2025, Red Schoolhouse - Rm 109

Basic Welding

Gain practical skills to weld with confidence!

April 5-6, 2025, CPM - 114 Welding Lab
May 3-4, 2025, CPM - 114 Welding Lab

Basics of Grafting Apple Trees

This workshop will begin with a PowerPoint talk and Q&A covering the history and different uses of this vital plant propagation technique.

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Class A Prep - Residential Onsite Wastewater Disposal Systems

Geared toward individuals with little to no experience in the profession, and a desire to obtain a Class A Wastewater Designer License, this training prepares individuals to sit for the exam and covers the administrative rules for licensure of a Class A License Designer.

April 7-8, 2025, GRE - Rm 224
June 5-6, 2025, GRE - Rm 224

Class A Soils - Field Description of Soils

This workshop is targeted to individuals who have passed the Class A Licensed Designer written exam and are preparing to take the Class A Soils Exam to become a Licensed Designer in Vermont. Although this workshop is approved for Continuing Education credits for already licensed designers, it is targeted and taught towards professionals just entering the licensed designer program. Participants will focus on important soil properties in the field related to soil drainage and on-site waste disposal, including soil texture, color, redoximorphic features, soil structures and permeability. Participants will evaluate and identify soil characteristics using standards appropriate to Vermont wastewater system design, as well as describe soils and estimate seasonal high water table levels. The VT Department of Environmental Drinking Water and Groundwater Protection Division has approved this for four (4) Soils and one (1) Non-Soils Continuing Education credits.

Thursday, May 29, 2025, GRE - Rm 224
Monday, July 28, 2025, GRE - Rm 224

Class B - Alternative and Pressurized Wastewater Disposal Systems

Prepare to take the exam which covers the administrative rules and expectations for licensure as a Class B Licensed Designer. This one-day workshop is geared towards individuals who currently hold a Class A License and have a desire to obtain their Class B wastewater designer license. The VT Department of Environmental Drinking Water and Groundwater Protection Division has approved this for four (4) Non-Soils Continuing Education credits.

Saturday, September 13, 2025, GRE - Rm 224

Class BW - Water Supply Designer CE & Written Exam Prep

This workshop is targeted towards individuals preparing to take the BW exam. Participants will review the Vermont Rules for BW designing and complete practice exercises in flow, storage, and pump calculations. This training is recommended for those planning to take the BW State Exam.

Saturday, October 25, 2025, GRE - Rm 224

Craft Distilling: The Vermont Experience

Vermont is one of the leaders in the nationwide craft distilling boom. This training will bring you in direct contact with a variety of processes involved in building, operating, and working in the distilling industry.

May 5-9, 2025, Distilling Lab

Cue'linary Experience / Barbecue

This training is designed to educate participants using surveys, demonstrations, and eating in a class celebrating the rich heritage of American Barbecue. We will explore Texas Barbecue preparation techniques, which include types of meats, seasonings, and cooking methods, emphasizing meat in the diet and food safety, cost, and availability. Emphasis will focus on regional cuisine (e.g., Alabama, Carolinas, Georgian, Kansas City, Memphis, and Cajun) and international (e.g., Brazil, Cuban, Asian, Australian) methods to compare to the US.

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Customer Service Excellence

Move beyond the standard customer service training and get recognized for implementing and achieving guest service best practices.

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Electrical 1

Participants demonstrate general knowledge in electrical theory, safety, and hazards on the job, conduit bending, motors, and electrical calculations with a primary focus on residential electrical wiring. Participants receive a brief introduction to the National Electrical Code (NFPA70), an industry standard safety/design manual that is utilized by electricians in the U.S.

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Electrical 2

Participants gain general knowledge of alternating and direct current electricity in regard to resistive, inductive, and capacitive circuits. They will be able to calculate voltages and amperages using basic trigonometry and vector math as well as determine the proper Electrical Code Rules and Application with regard to Single Phase transformers.

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Electrical 3

Participants will focus on, and have a general understanding of, the National Electric Code (NEC) relative to Articles 250, 400-800, and Chapter 9. They will also be able to apply that code to on-the-job situations. Basic Motor Controls and an understanding of control log will be covered. Participants will gain basic knowledge on how to read, write, and wire basic motor controls.

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Electrical 4

Participants will review the National Electrical Code (NEC) Articles 100-800 to prepare for the Journeyman Licensure Exam. They will review test-taking skills, and study tips to help them successfully pass the exam. Participants will complete several, practice-timed exams over the course of the term.

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Electrical C3 Heat Pump Course - 18 HR

The content of this course is developed to instruct students who are preparing for the Vermont State Type S C3 Electrical License with a concentration in Heat Pumps. This C3 Heat Pump Course will be specific to those in the heat pump industry. Prerequisite: Students must have completed the Electrical Type S Training - 144 HR course with VTSU to register for this course OR an equivalent through an approved education provider. This course will have 18 class hours of instruction and will follow the core 144 class hours of instruction specific to Chapters 1-4 of NFPA 70 National Electric Code (NEC), NFPA 70E Handbook for Electrical Safety in the Workplace, and the State of Vermont Division of Fire Safety - Vermont Electrical Safety Rules.

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Electrical Code Update - 15 HR

Journeyman and Master electricians in the State of Vermont are required to complete 15-hours of continuing education every three years. Our Code Update training meets this 15-hour requirement for license renewal and uses the 2023 NEC as a guideline.

June 7-8, 2025, VTSU Online

Electrical Code Update - 8 HR

S-license holders in the State of Vermont are required to complete 8-hours of continuing education every three years. Our Code Update training meets this 8-hour requirement for license renewal and uses the 2023 NEC as a guideline.

Saturday, June 7, 2025, VTSU Online

Electrical Exam Prep Workshop

Participants review test taking skills and tips on how to review code quickly and accurate. They will review the National Electrical Code (NEC) thoroughly and will do multiple timed practice quizzes to prepare for the journeyman or masters licensure exam.

Saturday, June 7, 2025, Conant - Rm 101

Electrical Type S - 144 HR

The content of this course is specific to Chapters 1-4 of NFPA 70 National Electric Code (NEC), NFPA 70E Handbook for Electrical Safety in the Workplace, and the State of Vermont Division of Fire Safety - Vermont Electrical Safety Rules. This course will be a total of 144 instruction hours and will suffice as Level 1 within the four-year Electrical Apprenticeship Program should you wish to pursue a journeyman license in the future. Instruction will combine lectures with the use of PowerPoint slides as well as other educational/industry resources. This course is a recognized training program through the Vermont Division of Fire Safety Electrical Licensing Board. This course, along with 2,000 hrs experience through signed affidavits, will qualify you to apply for your Type S specialty license.

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IA Wastewater Service Providers Training I: Regulations, Chemistry & Environmental Impacts

Training 1 of 2 for continuing education and eventual licensure is for Vermont Service Providers of Approved Innovative/Alternative Wastewater Disposal Systems.

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IA Wastewater Service Providers Training II: Electrical & Plumbing Field Management & How to talk Chemistry

Training 2 of 2 for continuing education and eventual licensure is for Vermont Service Providers of Approved Innovative/Alternative Wastewater Disposal Systems.

Monday, April 14, 2025, RSH - 207

Intermediate Welding

Take your welding skills to the next level with Intermediate Welding training!

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Introduction to ArcGIS

This workshop will provide hands-on practice using GIS to create and share custom online maps. You will learn new skills, such as adding online data layers and creating new layers.

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Introduction to Ascension Tree Climbing

An introduction to the basic skills needed to become an arborist. Using the Double-Rope Technique (DRT), you'll learn about friction hitches to ascend a tree with spurless climbing.

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Introduction to Butchering Beef

This session will focus on the breakdown and various cuts of a beef half. Participants will practice and feel confident breaking down half of the beef into primal, sub-primal, and finally, into retail cuts such as steaks, roasts, stew meat, etc. Participants will get to take home some of their very own prepared meat cuts, as well as an entry level meat cutting knife. What else can we say, "Beef- It's What's For Dinner!"

April 5-6, 2025, Roma - Butchering Lab

Introduction to Butchering I (Poultry, Lamb & Goat)

POULTRY - Poultry, particularly chicken, is becoming increasingly popular worldwide. The consumption of poultry has been increasing over time while other meats, such as beef and pork, have remained relatively constant or even decreased. Several reasons include that poultry is exceptionally quick to mature, highly efficient to feed, and a desirable white meat source. Learn about the art of cutting poultry and how to market your cuts.LAMB & GOAT - Lamb carcasses were fabricated near the product's sale for many years. Carcasses were shipped from the point of slaughter to the point of sale. Lamb is unique because it is the last species to be shipped to retailers and food service in large percentages as whole carcasses. We will journey into the small ruminants we raise for red meat and their unique position in the meat industry. Participants will get to take home some of their very own prepared meat cuts, as well as an entry level meat cutting knife.

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Introduction to Butchering Pork

This training will focus on the breakdown and various cuts of a pig. Here in the US, the pig is heavily used in the sausage and value-added market. However, the middle meats are becoming just as popular as beef. Learn about the most dedicated animal in the meat industry. Participants will get to take home some of their very own prepared meat cuts, as well as an entry level meat cutting knife.

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Introduction to Organic Agriculture (online, self-paced)

Through this four-hour online training, you will learn the fundamentals of organics and organic certification. This training is ideal for new inspectors, certification reviewers, farmers, and/or anyone interested in understanding organic certification requirements for a farm, company, agency or organization. This is also a great training for those interested in pursuing a career in the organic certification sector. This training is based on current regulatory definitions and requirements within the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), the Organic Foods Production Act (OFPA), the National Organic Standards Board (NOSB), and the National Organic Program (NOP).

January 7, 2025 to December 30, 2025

Maple Flavor and Grading

The Maple Flavor and Grading course is designed to provide participants with the essential skills to assess and grade maple syrup based on key factors: color, clarity, density, flavor, and off flavors. Participants will learn to use grading kits and tools to evaluate syrup quality, ensuring consistency and adherence to industry standards. This training is crucial for anyone involved in maple syrup production or grading, ensuring high-quality, market-ready products.

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Maple Tree Tapping

This training will introduce students to the basics of maple tree tapping for tree health, woodlot management, and basic tool maintenance. This hands-on training will provide participants the opportunity to practice tapping trees on the campus sugarbush, ideal for those interested in tapping their own trees and/or interested in employment with a maple sugaring operation.

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Organic Specialist Training for Crops

This training is for current farmers, new farmers, farm advisors, and people interested in gaining specialized knowledge of organic regulations and certification requirements for a company, agency, organization, and/or to pursue a career in organic certification. The training includes in-person lectures, discussion groups and a field trip focused on organic vegetable production. The in-person course is preceded by 4 1-hour online classes on the history and meaning of "organic" as well as general organic requirements for crops, livestock, handling and labeling. The online classes must be completed prior to attending the 2-day in-person session.

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Organic Specialist Training for Livestock

This training is for current livestock producers, new farmers, farm advisors, and people interested in gaining specialized knowledge of organic regulations and certification requirements for a company, agency, organization, and/or to pursue a career in organic certification. The training includes in-person lectures, discussion groups and a field trip focused on organic dairy production. The in-person course is preceded by 4 1-hour online classes on the history and meaning of "organic" as well as general organic requirements for crops, livestock, handling and labeling. The online classes must be completed prior to attending the 2-day in-person session.

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OSHA 10-Hour Construction

OSHA recommends workplace safety training for a safe and healthful work environment, specifically for hazard avoidance on the job site. Our OSHA 10 online Construction training is 100% online and covers specific OSHA regulations and requirements as they apply to the Construction Industry.

June 26, 2024 to May 31, 2025, VTSU Online

Plumbing 1

Participants will review theory and industry standards for the processes and materials that they will be working with as they progress into the Plumbing career. They will gain general knowledge of basic math skills needed to perform tasks for this trade. Basics of Drain, Waste, and Vent (DWV) systems and the cycle of providing potable water, as well as working safely and the OSHA standards that apply in the workplace will be covered.

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Plumbing 2

Participants gain a more in depth knowledge of the International Code Council (ICC) International Plumbing Code (IPC). Participants begin referencing code, reviewing Drain, Waste, and Vent (DWV) systems in larger scales and reference that back to the IPC. Math and geometry are used to review piping layouts of various systems; participants will calculate flow rates and velocity of fluids in said systems. They will review various hydronic heating systems and the requirements for installation.

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Plumbing 3

Participants will further develop their knowledge from Plumbing 1 and 2. They will begin applying the current International Plumbing Code (IPC) as well as VT Plumbing Rules to their every day work scenarios. Participants will focus on residential and light commercial applications. Participants are guided through reviewing 13 chapters of the IPC and how to quickly and accurately interpret those chapters. Participants will gain in depth knowledge of water regulations, sizing, engineering tables and charts, plus Drain, Waste, and Vent (DWV) using tables and charts.

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Plumbing 4

Participants will gain skills needed to successfully pass the journeyman licensure exam. They will do a comprehensive review of the past three years of accumulated knowledge/learning. Participants will take several practice timed exams to prepare them for the licensure exam. Participants will demonstrate the ability to look up code quickly and accurately as it relates to exam questions.

November 4, 2024 to April 30, 2025, VTSU Online

Plumbing Exam Prep Workshop

Participants review test taking skills as well as tips on how to review code quickly and accurately. Instructor(s) will review the 2021 IPC Code as well as the 2021 VT Plumbing Rules.

Saturday, June 7, 2025, TBD

Red Meat Butchering

This training focuses on the butchering basics of red meats. Students have the ability to gain hands-on practice breaking down pork and beef into various cuts.

May 19-20, 2025, CPM - Fire Science Lab
June 30, 2025 to July 1, 2025, CPM - Fire Science Lab

Redoximorphic Features in Soils and Advanced Analysis of Soil Texture

Redox or mottles? Silt loam or sandy loam? Why does all this matter? Understanding and identifying saturated soil features and soil texture is critical to designing soil-based wastewater treatment systems. This training will review the formation and identification of redoximorphic features including concentrations, depletions, and the soil matrix. Along with identifying the soil texture and understanding the role soil textures play in the formation of redoximorphic features. This workshop is for licensed designers who are already comfortable with the components of identifying soil texture for wastewater treatment systems. This training assumes familiarity with the USDA Soil classification system. The VT Department of Environmental Drinking Water and Groundwater Protection Division has approved this training for four (4) Soils Continuing Education credits.

Monday, April 7, 2025, GRE - 101 A

Sausage Master Class

This master class covers the art of sausage making from start to finish, and will also include tips and advice on smoked meat. The training focuses on trimming, weighing, linking, and smoking.

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Septic System Contractor/Installer I

With lecture and lab/field activities, this one-day workshop will provide contractors/installers of on-site wastewater treatment systems (septic systems) with updated knowledge and experience with the Wastewater Rules, Septic System Components, and Site Layout on residential properties.

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Septic System Contractor/Installer II

Improve your company knowledge and marketing ability - get certified!

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Septic System Contractor/Installer III

Improve your company knowledge and marketing ability - get certified!

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SHRM Essentials of Human Resources

Our NEW SHRM Essentials of Human Resources training provides a foundational overview of HR practices and behaviors. Through real-world applications and scenarios, you will be introduced to fundamental HR topics to help you effectively approach the challenging situations that you face in the workplace.Course content reflects the SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge® (SHRM BASK®). This course of study will in no way guarantee or assure success on the SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® exam. Students must use the most recent edition of the SHRM® educational products for this course and may not use outdated materials.

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SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP Certification Exam Prep

Participants study the four learning modules that are based on the SHRM Learning System which covers the SHRM Body of Competence and Knowledge (SHRM BoCK) tested on the SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP exam; demonstrate an understanding of contemporary human resource issues using discussions, real-life examples, exam practice questions, videos and pre/post assessments. Course content reflects the SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge® (SHRM BASK®). This course of study will in no way guarantee or assure success on the SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® exam. Students must use the most recent edition of the SHRM® educational products for this course and may not use outdated materials.

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SOLO Wilderness Outdoor First Aid and CPR

This two-day Wilderness First Aid (WFA) training is SOLO's most popular, creating a solid foundation in the basics of backcountry medical care. Initially offered in 1975, this training was the first of its kind in the United States, and it is the curriculum upon which all other backcountry medicine courses are based. This is excellent training for mountain bikers, hikers, climbers, backpackers, backcountry skiers, and other outdoor enthusiasts who venture out for the day and weekend trips. SOLO CPR certification is included.

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Supervisor Development Bootcamp

Supervisors will learn how to do their jobs better, build confidence and self-esteem, better understand their multiple responsibilities, and solve everyday workplace problems.

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Sustainable Trail Building One-Year Certification Program

Gain the education and skills needed to learn safe, effective, and ecologically focused trail design and construction techniques.

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Trail Building & Stewardship for Non-Motorized Multi-Use Trail Boot Camp

This intensive two-day boot camp provides a taste of what trail building is all about.

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Understanding & Diagnosing Failed Wastewater Systems

3 VT DEC Non-Soil Training Credit Hours: DEC Regional Engineers will present how to diagnose malfunctioning and failed septic systems, permit approaches for these systems including variances, new guidance documents for designers and contractors, and new homeowner information sheets.

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VT Viticulture and Enology: Winery designs and equipment considerations

The training focuses on equipment needed to establish and run a successful winery in Vermont, the region and northern climates.

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Wetlands Delineation

With a focus on wetland hydrology; hydric soils; hydric vegetation; wetland development; and current Vermont regulations, participants will complete field practical's and demonstrate knowledge of soil and plant identification, and wetland delineation in accordance with the ACOE Field Delineation Manual. The Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation Drinking Water and Groundwater Protection Division has approved this training for four (4) Soils and one (1) Non-Soils credits for Wastewater and Potable Supply Designers Continuing Education (a total of 5 CEUs).

June 9-13, 2025, 700 Building - Rm 7130

Wilderness First Responder

This course integrates wilderness and medical training that leads to certification in Wilderness First Responder (WFR).

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