GVCA & Gold Seal Program
- About the Gold Seal Program
- Examination Dates
- Course: Communications, Negotiations & Conflict Management
- Course: Construction Site Superintendent
Gold Seal Monthly Update – May, 2008
- With four months gone in 2008 Gold Seal has received almost 300 applications. The current year looks like it will be on par with 2007’s record certification rate.
- The Winnipeg Construction Association recently held a breakfast meeting for 50 Gold Seal certified personnel. Staff provided a program update including refinements to the Construction Safety Coordinator exam and a marked increase in the variety of construction management courses being offered across the country. Participants provided valuable feedback on Gold Seal, noting in particular that they wanted their company executives to be more aware of the value of the program.
- In a similar vein the Niagara Construction Association held a Gold Seal information event for its members. Interest was strong from individuals and company representatives. The day also included training for Association personnel as well as a meeting with local college representatives.
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Gold Seal exam dates for 2009 have been set for January 23, April 17 and October 9. Because of the much higher volume of exam candidates, it is strongly suggested that applicants submit all documentation at least one month in advance of the exam date.
For more program information visit www.goldsealcertification.com
About the Gold Seal Program
The CCA Gold Seal Certification Program is a national certification program for construction Project Managers, Superintendents, Estimators and Owners? Project Managers. 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 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? Project Managers.
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.
Examination Dates
Call now to see if you qualify to write this examination or email mgeorge@gvca.org.
Examination centre: GVCA office, 25 Sheldon Drive, Cambridge, On N1R 6R8
The upcoming exam will be the largest in Gold Seal?s fifteen year history. Almost 200 applicants will write Gold Seal exams at construction associations across the country. Of note within this group:
Over 60 individuals are writing the new Construction Safety Coordinator exam
21 are writing to become certified as Gold Seal Estimator, 52 as Gold Seal Superintendent, 51 as Gold Seal Project Manager and 2 as Gold Seal Owner?s Project Manager
As in previous years the General Contracting group is the largest with 74 applicants
With 71 Senior Practitioner certifications and 23 Gold Seal Interns in 2007 so far, the year promises to be a busy one for Gold Seal
The CCA is receiving an increasing number of calls from companies making Gold Seal certification ?the industry standard? for construction managers. One Toronto company with $200 million in annual business noted that ?It?s a must for our managers.? Another of similar size mentioned ?We?ve been considering Gold Seal for a year or two and decided to make it a company policy that all our front line staff (project managers, estimators and site superintendents) should become Gold Seal certified. We?re starting to see cases where Gold Seal is mandatory for projects, so this is a proactive move on our part. But more importantly, we see our staff qualifications as critical to doing a quality job ? and they?re a great sales tool as well.?
Over the past few years industry has signaled its very strong interest in seeing Gold Seal certification for foremen and front-line supervisors, a group being affected by severe skills shortages as well as substantial change in knowledge requirements. The CCA is participating with the Construction Sector Council in developing a ?national skills profile? for this critical group ? the resulting profile, due in late 2008, will be an essential component of any future training and certification.
See the new Gold Seal website at www.goldsealcertification.com for full program information, application forms and Gold Seal clothing and merchandise.
Gold Seal Courses
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.
Communication,Negotiation,Conflict Resolution (CNCR)
- Define a conflict
- Identify 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
Construction Project Management (CPM)
- Develop Business Cases
- Develop Scope of Projects
- Manage Project Procurement
- Manage Project Risk
- Manage Change Process
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