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WRCLA Cedar School
On-Line Training Program
WRCLA Certified Cedar Dealer Training Program

SPRING 2008 POSTPONED

NEW DATES TO BE ADVISED AT A LATER DATE


WRCLA CEDAR SCHOOL -

 
Purpose
The WRCLA initiated the Cedar School program in 1995 in response to requests from sales professionals for training and information pertinent to taking cedar to market. The program was an immediate success and is now well established with many companies relying on it as a training vehicle for their sales staff.

When
The four-day educational program runs in the spring.

Where
Vancouver, British Columbia

For Who
Sales professionals

Curriculum
  • Tours of cedar mill and forest introduces participants to representatives of WRCLA member mills and gives a first hand look at new product lines coming into production.

  • Presentations on environmental and industry issues, cedar growth and fiber characteristics, manufacturing, grading and product knowledge.
 
  • Sales and marketing seminars.

  • Workshops on finishing and hands-on sessions on the installation of cedar siding and decking.
Note: Students with less than one year experience in the cedar business, are required to complete the On-Line Training Program prior to attending the school. The WRCLA has established this requirement to ensure all participants have an equal opportunity to succeed and excel at the school.

Presenters
  • Cedar School presenters are industry professionals and educators working in the forest industry, business, university, and communications.

  • Industry suppliers also take part in the Product Showcase, which is a popular event at the Cedar School.
 
Materials
Each student receives:
  • A take-home reference binder containing all course material. The Cedar School course outline in the WRCLA binder is designed so graduates can use the material for training purposes in their own organizations.

  • A comprehensive selection of WRCLA technical literature and sales guides.
Cedar School graduates also receive special certificates and there are several awards for excellence in grading and overall achievement.

Registration
Read more about registration information (dates, fees, restriction, payment, hotel reservations) then fill out the online registration form.

For more information, please contact us: wrcla@wrcla.org
 



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