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ESI Unveils New Version of the Knowledge Center
ESI, in conjunction with software vendor Meridian Knowledge Systems, Inc. has upgraded the ESI Knowledge Center (ESIKC) to the Global version, which will provide significant improvements in the operation of our Learning Management System. The site has a new look and feel, but is similar in function to the 5.0 version of the KC with which all members are familiar. Initially the KC functions made available to the general membership will include the Catalog of Classes and enrollment in Professional Development instruction and administrative records. As additional functions become active we will advise our members of the capabilities and the procedures to access them. Please check this site regularly to stay abreast of Knowledge Center improvements. ONCE THE SITE IS OPERATIONAL, you may access it by clicking on the link at the left. Members will be notified when the KC is operational.
Academic Year (AY) 2010 Classes Now Scheduled
Professional Development classes for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and certified/eligible Designated Plans Examiners/Planners will be available for enrollment shortly. The AY 2010 Catalog of Classes is available for preview by clicking here.
Upcoming Professional Development Classes:
*P502-10 “Green” Design Thursday, January 21 3:30 – 6:30 pm
P503-10 Designing for Security: Basic Principles of Anti-terrorism--Force Protection for Site Design Thursday, January 28 3:30 – 6:30 pm
*THIS CLASS REQUIRES A LAPTOP COMPUTER WITH SPREADSHEET SOFTWARE
If you are interested in attending either of these classes contact the staff for information about enrollment.
Keep in mind that ESI classes may be applied toward professional license renewal (see following notice).
Professional Licensing
Architects, Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, Certified Interior Designers And Landscape Architects. The Virginia General Assembly passed a bill during the 2006 legislative session which mandates that the APELSCIDLA Board implement a mandatory continuing education program (HB1054). The law became effective on July 1, 2006. As a licensed professional in VA, you are required to complete 16 Professional Development Hours (PDH).
Did you know that ESI is a Certified Education Provider in Florida, North Carolina and Maryland, as well as offering 3 (PDH) hours per Professional Development classes that have been accepted in West Virginia and Georgia? Questions may be directed to ESI at 703-263-2232 or esi@esinova.org. If you are licensed in any other state, please contact us so we can determine your state licensing requirements.
To view the APELSCIDLA requirements which explain the specifics of the state law , click here.
Notice To all Members: Attached are the VSMP Permit Compliance Updates from Wetland Studies. Call Jerry Kitchens (703-263-2452) if you have any questions. State Stormwater Management Program Permits.
Notice To all Members: Attached is the updated DCR notice to apply for new permits. Call Jerry Kitchens (703-263-2452) if you have any questions. DCR Notice to all members 2009.
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