NWFA Announces Education Events for Expo in April

St. Louis, MO, February 28, 2017—The National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) will feature a comprehensive selection of educational sessions during the 2017 Wood Flooring Expo, April 11 to April 14, in Phoenix, Arizona.

For the first time ever, NWFA members will be active participants in collaborative discussions that will create the content of each session.

Pre-Expo Symposium offers more-advanced, in-depth education sessions on April 11. This year’s sessions will focus on the science of wood as it relates to our industry. Following attendance at symposium, certified professionals will earn one continuing certification unit. Pre-Expo Symposium is offered at an additional cost of $225 ($275 onsite).

Expo Education will begin on April 12. Attendees can choose from more than 20 educational sessions facilitated by industry professionals, covering topics such as marketing and sales, management, and industry-specific technical topics.

Expo Education has a new format this year, designed to provide attendees with a more meaningful and impactful experience through peer-to-peer interaction and reflective discussions.

Research shows that this collaborative educational format is particularly successful in adult learning environments. According to research collected by Virginia Tech, the active exchange of ideas within small groups increases interest and comprehension among participants and promotes critical thinking, which leads to higher levels of thought and allows participants to retain information longer.

Upon completion of Expo Education, attendees will earn one continuing certification unit. Certified Professionals who attend symposium and Expo Education will earn a total of two CCUs, which meets the two year requirement of CCUs needed from NWFA live/hands-on training.

To learn more about the education, networking and opportunities planned for the 2017 Expo and to register to attend, go to www.nwfaexpo.org. On-site registration will be offered as well.