Graduate Master Remodeler (GMR)

The GMR designation allows recognized CGRs to attain further recognition for their commitment to educational excellence and longevity in the remodeling industry. This is a new program designed to be the master level of the current CGR designation. It allows you the opportunity to take your CGR designation to the next level.

THE GMR CURRICULUM OFFERS:

• Lessons in essential financial management techniques that help you run your business more efficiently
• Comprehensive risk management strategies
• The skills needed to identify diversification opportunities
• Essential green building knowledge

CURRICULUM AND REQUIREMENTS:

1. Have 15 years remodeling industry experience
2. Active industry designation (Please provide documentation of years active if not a CGR)

Hold an active CGR designation for nine years; or
Hold an active Certified Remodeler (CR) certification from The National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) for 10 years; or
Hold an active Certified Restorer (CR) certification from The Restoration Industry Association (RIA) for 10 years

Required courses (five)
❏ Diversification: Capitalizing on New Business Opportunities
❏ Financial Management
❏ Green Building for Building Professionals (Two day course)
❏ Profitable Business through Quality Practices
❏ Risk Management and Insurance for Building professionals
 

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS:

❏ Complete and return GMR Graduation application
❏ Submit a signed GMR Code of Ethics
 

Graduation fee: $145 Member; $245 Non-member

RENEWAL & CONTINUING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

To maintain your GMR you are required to complete 12 hours of continuing education (CE) every three years. You must submit proof of attendance for each event or activity (copy of registration confirmation, show badge, course or designation certificate, etc.) with your CE form. Note that all continuing education must be completed during the renewal cycle for which it applies.

Annual Renewal fee: $55 Member; $80 Non-member

NAHB Education Education and Activities
Complete additional University of Housing courses

Building Industry-related Education
Attend a national, regional or state trade show
Attend an educational symposium or event (including audio and web seminars)
Attend a NAHB board meeting or chair an NAHB national committee
Earn a building industry-related professional designation
Complete a business management-related or building industry-related course or seminar conducted by a college, university or technical school
Manufacturer product training: sponsored education on business or installation techniques, facility tours, fabrication process demonstrations or product demonstrations