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2026 MN Building Contractor Continuing Education (Feb)

February 10, 2026 7:45 AM - 3:30 PM (CST)

Description

REGISTRATION IS OPEN!

The instructor will teach virtually; if preferred, you can attend in person at our building to watch the class together.

A fully in-person session will be offered in January.

BIA members, be sure to use the same email address we have on file for you to receive member pricing.

FORX members, please call our office at (701) 232-5846 to receive the BIA member rate.

TOPICS

The following topics are pending approval for 7 credits by the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry (includes energy and business management credits).

Topics slated to include:

  • National Model Code changes that affect residential construction, particularly
    • Decks and ledgers with flashing, water resistive barrier and cladding interfaces
    • Energy efficiency requirements from Ch. 11 and how to prepare crews and trade partners
    • Appendix BC accessory dwelling units and what adoption will mean for small projects
    • Masonry foundation requirements and field focused details
  • Required homeowner documents under MN Statute 326B.809
  • Statutory warranty in 327A and how to align subcontractor obligations
  • Using manufacturer installation instructions and trade standards to pass inspections

Are you interested in taking a certain section of the class? Reach out to Elizabeth Kosel, (701) 232-5846.

More about the instructor: 

Greg Olson, Professional Education Resources, LLC, holds multiple professional credentials in construction and building code administration. He is a licensed MN Building Official and is certified for code administration on residential structures and accessible facilities. Olson also holds qualifying builder licenses in both Minnesota and Nebraska and is a certified Continuing Education Provider in Minnesota and Wisconsin, authorized to train contractors and building officials. Olson earned a bachelor of science in education from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls and is based in Red Wing, M.N.

Click here to read Olson's full bio.

BIA-RRV offers this same class Jan. 13.

Time

SCHEDULE 

7:45 a.m. Registration begins

8:00 a.m. Class begins

3:30 p.m. Class ends

*Lunch provided for in-person attendees.

Location

Building Industry Association of the Red River Valley

VIRTUAL OPTION AVAILABLE

Pricing

Capacity at BIA-RRV will be limited and filled on a first-come-first-serve basis. A virtual option is available.

MEMBERS

  • Early* $150
  • Regular $225

NON-MEMBERS

  • Early* $250
  • Regular $325

*Ends on January 16.

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Contact Information

Building Industry Association of the Red River Valley
Name: Elizabeth Kosel
Phone: (701) 232-5846
Email: elizabeth@buildrrv.org
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