GVCA & Gold Seal Program
- About the Gold Seal Program
- Examination Dates
- Course: Communications, Negotiations & Conflict Management
- Course: Construction Site Superintendent
Click here for the Gold Seal Certification Application for Senior Practitioner
Click here for the Gold Seal Stream Application Form
About the Gold Seal Program
The CCA Gold Seal Certification Program is a national certification program for construction Project Managers, Superintendents, Estimators and Owners. Certification is based on the candidate's education, experience and their ability to satisfy the rigorous standards of the Program. This may mean the successful completion of a Gold Seal exam. The Gold Seal Certificate was developed by the industry and for the industry and is a voluntary certification program for the individual. The Certificate signifies that the individual has attained a nationally recognized level of experience and competence as a Project Manager, Superintendent, Estimator or Owners.
For the individual - the Gold Seal Certificate is a declaration of skill and competence that is recognized by the construction industry across the country. The Certificate will enhance mobility and professional development of construction managers.
For the contractor - employing Gold Seal Certified managers is a statement regarding the professionalism and commitment of the firm to construction management excellence. A Gold Seal Certificate assists employers in recruiting capable construction managers.
To date, there have been more than 5,500 certificates issued under the Gold Seal Program.
Gold Seal Updates
Gold Seal exam dates have been set for October 9, 2009, January 22, 2010 and April 16, 2010.
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Call now to see if you qualify to write this examination 519-622-4822 or email mgeorge@gvca.org.
Examination centre: GVCA office, 25 Sheldon Drive, Cambridge, On N1R 6R8 -
Minimum experience level for Gold Seal certification will increase from 3 to 5 years beginning January 1, 2009. Applications received before January 1, 2009, will not be affected.
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Also beginning in January 2009, Gold Seal will recognize all construction management training, regardless of duration. Current guidelines disallow most courses under 6 hours. The requirement for at least three 30-hour courses will also be removed. National Gold Seal Committee members made the change recognizing that company-delivered training in particular has increased in variety and intensity, while the availability of distance learning has also improved dramatically over the past few years.
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In concert with these guideline revisions, Gold Seal will move quickly to modernize its application processes. Forms and guidelines will be redesigned and on-line application avenues will be offered.
Gold Seal Courses
See the new Gold Seal website at www.goldsealcertification.com for full program information, application forms and Gold Seal clothing and merchandise.
This is a web-based (online) course
Course Description:
This course is designed to help improve the written, oral and negotiating skills of estimators, superintendents, and project managers who must deal effectively and professionally.This is a self-paced course, although it requires a minimum of 8 hours to complete. You do not have to complete the entire course at once. You may start anytime after registering. A book marking feature allows you to enter and exit the course at your convenience.
Upon receipt of your registration and payment, we will send you your user name and password to access the course.
Cost $90.00 plus GST per person.
This course will provide managers with the tools to help them:
- Define a conflict
- Indentify the stages of conflict
- Understand the importance of communication
- Use assertiveness techniques to get their point across
- Deal with difficult people more effectively
- Recognize the criteria for an effective negotiator
- Understand how power can be used/abused in negotiation
- Identify when to close negotiations
Accessibility:
This course can be accessed online only.
Available:
This course is available in English in French
Construction Project Management (CPM)
Outline:
This course has been designed to help managers administer projects from start to finish.
Objectives:
This course will provide managers with the tools to help them:
- Develop Business Cases
- Develop Scope of Projects
- Manage Project Procurement
- Manager Project Risk
- Manager Change Room Process
Accessibility:
This course can be accessed online only.
Available:
This course is available in English and French.
Credits/Certificates:
This course has been accredited by the Canadian Construction Association (CCA) to five (5) credits towards Gold Seal Certification upon successful completion of this course. A final mark of 75% is required in order to receive a certificate of completion.
Cost $90pp plus GST.
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