Online Education
Education in the digital era
Register for our NGConnects live webinar series or take one of our continuing education courses hosted by our partners at Ron Blank & Associates. The hosted courses and NGConnects live webinars offer 1.0 AIA LU/HSW credit.
Live webinar series
Gain insights from our construction design managers on a variety of topics related to product application, technical standards and industry trends. Live webinars are free and provide an opportunity to earn 1.0 AIA LU/HSW credit.
Next Webinar | Acoustically Enhanced Gypsum Board
June 25, 2025: This course will teach participants about sound-resilient and fire-rated wall assemblies, enhancing understanding of methods to reduce sound transmission while optimizing space.
Gypsum Fundamentals: Design with Confidence
National Gypsum construction design managers covered gypsum board fundamentals, including product types, history, manufacturing processes and innovative technologies for specialized applications. (NOTE: Not available for AIA credits)
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Hosted courses
Fit your education with your schedule. National Gypsum partners with Ron Blank & Associates Inc. to provide online courses anytime. AIA credits and a certificate of completion are available after successfully completing a 10-question exam. Access these courses through the Online Course section of the course pages below.
Acoustically Enhanced Gypsum Board
Sound transmission in wall partitions has historically been challenging, but innovations and a better understanding of acoustics have led to new products for designing high STC wall assemblies.
Advantages of Using Coverboards
This course covers low-slope roof systems, coverboards, thermal barriers, and provides tools for architects and specifiers to make informed product selections.
Finishing Gypsum Board
This course explains the Five Levels of Finish for gypsum board, industry standards, materials, terminology and recommended installation methods to meet client expectations.
High Performance Gypsum
This course explores versatile, sustainable gypsum board products with fiberglass facing that withstand extreme weather, resist fire and mold and contribute to LEED credits.
Stronger and Safer Walls
This course explains the differences between abuse-resistant and impact-resistant gypsum boards, their types, performance attributes and guides appropriate product selections.
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