How do I become a Certified Graduate Remodeler (CGR)?
Curriculum and Other Requirements
• A minimum of five years experience in the remodeling business
• Completion of the Professional Remodelers Experience Profile (PREP)*
• Completion of the courses required by the results of the PREP
• Adherence to the CGR Code of Ethics
•Results of the PREP determine the amount of coursework (0-2) in each of the five core areas the candidate is required to complete to obtain the designation:
Marketing & Sales
Business Administration
Design, Estimating & Job Cost
Contracts, Liability & Risk Management
Project Management
Associated Fees
- There is no application fee for the CGR
- PREP Fee: $175.00
- Course Fees determined by the HBA
- National Fees: $185.00 members $235.00 non-members
- Graduation Fees: $145.00 members $245.00 non-members
- Annual Renewal Fees: $50.00 members $75.00 non-members
Continuing Education Requirements
Complete a minimum of twelve hours of continuing education every three years. Six hours must be earned by completing an NAHB University of Housing course that is at least six hours in length. The remaining six hours may be earned by completing an additional NAHB University of Housing course, taking state or local seminars, NAHB national seminars or college courses related to the building industry. The continuing education requirement may be completed by either attending or teaching the required education.
For more information about the NAHB designations visit NAHB.org
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