EHCI Learning & Certification
Browse currently published exterior hardwood courses, compare study time and assessment requirements, and review costs before enrollment.
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11 courses found · 0/3 selected
Level 1 · Core
The foundational course covering essential knowledge for working with exterior hardwood. Topics include wood science basics, moisture dynamics, species identification, fastener principles, finishing fundamentals, and jobsite best practices. Required before advancing to any specialized certification.
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6 study hours · 70% to pass
Level 2 · Species
Comprehensive training on Cumaru (Dipteryx odorata), a popular tropical hardwood valued for its durability and rich coloring. Covers density characteristics, color variation management, fastening requirements, acclimation protocols, and finishing strategies specific to Cumaru.
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4 study hours · 70% to pass
Level 3 · Application
Advanced training in exterior hardwood deck system design and installation. Covers structural considerations, joist spacing, ventilation requirements, clip systems vs. face fastening, expansion/contraction management, code compliance, and multi-level deck construction with hardwood decking.
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8 study hours · 75% to pass
Level 3 · Application
Advanced training for hardwood dock and boardwalk construction. Covers marine environment challenges, saltwater corrosion prevention, tidal zone considerations, marine borer resistance, structural requirements for waterfront applications, ADA compliance for boardwalks, and species selection for marine use.
Free
8 study hours · 75% to pass
Level 3 · Application
Specialized training in hardwood rainscreen cladding and siding systems. Covers rainscreen principles, furring and ventilation design, moisture management behind cladding, clip and fastener systems for vertical applications, board orientation, and weather barrier integration.
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7 study hours · 75% to pass
Level 2 · Species
Training on Garapa (Brazilian Ash), a lighter-colored tropical hardwood with a Janka rating of 1,650 lbf. Covers its golden-blonde aesthetics, UV sensitivity, finishing requirements to maintain color, lower density advantages for workability, and proper installation techniques.
Free
4 study hours · 70% to pass
Level 3 · Application
Specialized training in designing and building hardwood fences. Covers post setting methods, board orientation, expansion management for vertical installations, gate construction with hardwood, fastener patterns, wind load considerations, and species selection for fencing applications.
Free
6 study hours · 75% to pass
Level 2 · Species
In-depth training on working with Ipe (Tabebuia spp.), one of the densest and most durable exterior hardwoods. Covers species characteristics, grain patterns, machining techniques, pre-drilling requirements, finishing considerations, and common installation challenges unique to Ipe.
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4 study hours · 70% to pass
Level 2 · Species
Comprehensive training on Massaranduba (Brazilian Redwood), one of the densest commercially available hardwoods at 3,190 lbf Janka. Covers its deep reddish-brown coloring, extreme density challenges, machining requirements, marine-grade durability, and finishing considerations unique to this species.
Free
4 study hours · 70% to pass
Level 3 · Application
Training for hardwood soffit, porch ceiling, and overhead applications. Covers tongue-and-groove installation for overhead use, ventilation integration, moisture management in protected but exposed environments, fastener concealment methods, and species selection for soffit applications.
Free
5 study hours · 75% to pass
Level 2 · Species
In-depth training on Tigerwood (Goncalo Alves), one of the most visually striking exotic hardwoods. Covers its dramatic striped grain pattern, Janka hardness of 2,160 lbf, color deepening with age, installation requirements, finishing strategies, and techniques for working with extreme board-to-board color variation.
Free
4 study hours · 70% to pass