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2 Day Barrier Free Seminar
This 2 day seminar covers Modules 1 to 4. By successfully completing these Modules, the seminar gives you the opportunity to further your training to become a Barrier Free Advisor and/or can qualify to be put forward for CPD Points
Before attending the 2 day seminar, participants should be familiar with the Building Act 2004, Building Code and Compliance Documents, Building Regulations, and NZS 4121:2001
2010 2 Day Seminar Dates:
Auckland 9/10 March
Dunedin 6/7 April
Wellington 12/13 May
Hamilton 16/17 June
Christchurch 15/16 July
Auckland 19/20 August
Nelson 16/17 September
Wellington 7/8 October
Napier 11/12 November
Seminar attendance: $550 + GST.
Assessments of Modules 1-4 (optional): $250 + GST (includes postage as all assessments will be returned)
Module 5: Becoming a Barrier Free Advisor
The Trust provides an opportunity for people who have attended a 2-day Barrier Free Seminar to further their training to become a BFA.
The compulsory Module 5 seminar will cover:
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Mission and Role of the Trust
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Role of a BFA
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Accreditation process
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Guidelines and exercises in report writing
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How to give access advice to clients
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Professionalism
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Promote yourself - tips and tricks!
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Ways to keep in the "access loop"
2010 Module 5 Dates:
Rodney 16 April (full)
Auckland 9 July
Wellington 26 November
Train the Trainer
The Trust provides training to interested Barrier Free Advisors and other suitable candidates to facilitate the promotion of a barrier free environment
This is a perfect opportunity to meet like minded people and build relationships within the access community
The training will involve
- information about the Trust
- the current education programme
- technical information
- new initiatives being considered
- presenter tools
Included in the training will be the opportunity to discuss possible new education ventures for the Trust
2010 Train the Trainer Seminar Dates:
Wellington 20 March (New Presenters)
Wellington 21 March (New and Existing Presenters)
Seminar attendance: In house training but external registrations welcome at a cost of $350 + GST
1 - day Refresher
If you attended a 2 day seminar in the past and wish to refresh and update your knowledge of compliance with access requirements in building legislation, this seminar is for you. The seminar has been designed to build on knowledge and skill already gained in the 2 day seminar and is best suited for those wanting to increase their knowledge in the accessibility area but not wishing to train as a Barrier Free Advisor.
2010 Refresher Seminar dates;
Auckland 11 March
Dunedin 15 April
Wellington 14 May
Hamilton 18 June
Christchurch 14 July
Napier 10 November
Seminar attendance: $200 + GST
Half-Day Seminar for Architects and Designers
This seminar gives an understanding of what is required in the design and documentation process to ensure an accessible built environment that complies with NZ building legislation
Participants must have a general working knowledge of the Building Act 2004, Building Code and Compliance Documents, Building Regulations, and NZS 4121:2001
This seminar will be facilitated by Ron Pynenburg, currently Chairperson of NZRAB, Life member and fellow of NZIA and past member of Architects Education and Registration Board. Ron has 23 years experience in the architecture industry and is an experienced BFNZT presenter
Content:
- People with disabilities and the barriers in the built environment
- What the legislation requires - the Act, Code, and processes
- Design solutions and resources
Time allocated:
3 hours (9am-midday usually)
2010 Seminar Dates:
Wellington 22 March
Auckland 24 March
Christchurch 16 April
Hamilton 18 June
Nelson 15 September
Auckland 15 October
Seminar attendance (morning tea and materials included): $100 + GST
Online learning assessment (optional): $50 + GST
Note:
Online assessment is available following the seminar. Registrations for online assessment will be taken at the seminar
Half-Day Seminar for Educators
This seminar will provide understanding of an accessible built environment that complies with building legislation and human rights requirements. The seminar will raise awareness of barriers in the environment and what they mean to a person with a disability as well as exploring minimum standards and better and best practice for education providers. The content of the seminar is aimed specifically at schools, early childhood and tertiary education providers.
2010 Seminar Dates:
Auckland 16 July
Wellington 8 October
Seminar attendance (morning tea and materials included): $100 + GST
Accessing the Built Enviroment after 60
BFNZT believes all people, including those with a disability require full knowledge of what they should expect of the built environment. As the population ages and there is a growing number of over 60's, many of whom may have some form of disability, it is important to be fully informed about what to expect and what we should expect in public spaces. Our seminar will target physical and sensory disabilities and will suit anyone either in or caring for someone with a disability in this age bracket.
2010 Accessing the Built Enviroment after 60 Seminar Dates:
Wellington 21 May
Auckland 13 August
Seminar attendance (morning tea and materials included) $100 + GST
Cost may be reduced as we are currently seeking funding
Introduction to Access Seminars
The Trust are presenting 30 minute "Intro to Access" seminars to various community organisations to help promote access.
If you are interested in having a Barrier Free representative come and talk to your group, then please contact the office.
Tailored Seminars
The Barrier Free NZ Trust can tailor a seminar to suit your staffing needs.
Whether you would like a quick "Introduction to Access", an industry specific seminar, or are meeting time and staffing constraints, we can help.
For more information, please contact the office.