One week before the class start date registered and paid students will be E-mailed a confirmation letter along with the timeline for the 2½ day hands-on course. Each student will be given a copy of the Vocational Skills Training for Segmental Paver Installation Manual.

Cost of this 2 ½ day course is $1,020; which includes:

• Exceptional hands-on training by a skilled instructor
• Framed Certificate, plus class and individual picture
• A continental breakfast every morning that includes: freshly brewed Starbucks coffee, assortment of flavored teas, bakery fresh kringle, muffins and donuts, toasted bagels and cream cheese, a variety of fresh fruit and various juices to choose from
• A hot, catered lunch which offers a variety of meats, salads, vegetables and desserts, large variety of sodas, bottled water, and freshly brewed Starbucks coffee
• Door prizes and school apparel

During this 2 ½ day hands-on course, students will learn skills related to translation of elevation changes, stair and landing construction, and the material transitions as they interface with each other, related to Hardscape Steps, Landings and Pavers.

Course objectives include:

• Translate two dimensional plans into three dimensional layouts

• Form, pour and finish concrete steps

• Layout and install steps using segmental retaining wall (SRW) block and caps for treads

• Adhere pavers to existing concrete steps and landings using adhesives

• Adhere pavers to existing concrete steps and landings using mortar/thin set

• Marking, cutting and placement of treads, including pavers, bull nose and various natural stones.

• Marking, cutting and placement of pavers adjacent to all steps

• Construct Pillars using SRW units

Materials used within the course include: Segmental Retaining Wall Block (SRW), Natural stone, Concrete, Pavers