Introduction to Mold

Approved for 4 of ASHI® Continuing Education Credits

These classes are CEU/CEC/CE/MRC approved by the states of Alaska, New Jersey, Mississippi and Connecticut, ASHI, FABI, CREIA and NACHI.  NAHI has approved all classes for CE credit except Finish Work and Doors, Windows and Glass.  More licensing state approvals are pending - we expect these shortly - check back often.

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Introduction To Mold – 4 hours – self study / online course Tuition $49

Description:

This course offers an introduction to mold considerations in design and construction–specifically, why mold has become an issue, adverse health effects, remediation, policies, and legislation.

Unit I: Introduction: What is Mold?

Learning Objectives:
Key Terms,
What is Mold?

Unite 2: How Does Mold Reproduce and When Does it Thrive?

Learning Objectives:
Key Terms
The Mold Lifestyle
* Feeding
*Mold Reproduction
Conditions Needed to Activate Spores
*Food Source
*Moisture
*Oxygen, Temperature, and Time

Unit 3: Why Has Mold Become a Problem?

Learning Objectives:
Key Terms
Introduction
Energy- Efficient Business Practices
Poor Design and/or Construction Defects
Changing Weather Patterns
Increased Public Awareness

Unit 4: Adverse Health Effects of Mold

Learning Objectives:
Key Terms
Introduction
Mold and the Immune System
Health Effects of Mold
*Irritations Caused by Molds
* Allergic Reactions Caused by Molds
*Infections Caused by Molds
Health Effects of “Toxic” Molds
Stachybotrys
Mycotoxins
*Health Effects of Mycotoxin-Producing Molds
Recovery from Mold-Induced Illness
Why It's Difficult For Physicians To Diagnose Mold-Induced Illnesses

After completing this course a professional should be able to:

• Explain the significance of mold spores
  
• Identify the six conditions that are needed for spores to be activated
  
• Identify food sources for common mold
  
• List the most common sources for moisture that generally result in mold growth
  
• Describe how energy-efficient building practices facilitate mold infestations
  
• Explain how changing weather conditions may be contributing to mold problems
  
• Describe how poor design and/or defects in construction materials and methods may lead to mold infestations
  
• Identify the three major types of illness that can be caused by common house-hold molds
  
• Describe mycotoxins and recognize which molds produce them, under what conditions, and why
  
• Identify the adverse health effects that have been alleged to be caused by mycotoxins
  
• Explain why illness caused by mold is challenging for physicians to diagnose
  

Click here to enroll in the 4 hour Introduction To Mold Class