Mandated requirements for ADA compliancy and demand from an aging population, is creating a growing need for barrier-free bathrooms. Today's ADA compliant bathroom no longer has to be utilitarian or "institutional" in its design. Design options are enhanced through the use of tile and innovative construction methods. The result is beautiful bathrooms that also adhere to ADA standards for accessible design. This course examines ways in which barrier-free environments can be customized to include various design elements while remaining ADA compliant. This course also addresses why bonded waterproofing technology lends itself to the construction requirements of barrier-free design.

Course Outline

• Introduction
• Why is Barrier-free Important?
• What is Barrier-free?
• Waterproofing Barrier-free

Learner Objectives

After completing this course, students will be able to:

• Describe the necessity for ADA compliant barrier-free bathrooms
• Identify the common challenges related to waterproofing a barrier-free bathroom
• Integrate the principles presented in this course when designing barrier-free bathrooms
• Use the techniques presented in this course to integrate custom design elements in a barrier-free bathroom

Testimonials

"Very well described solutions to the curbless shower. I learned a lot about the transition area between wet and dry zones.  Andy was very descriptive about the variety of solutions for each section." Matthew  Esler, Esler Construction LLC

"The course showed the new better way to build waterproof showers and “wet rooms.” David Raskob, D.B. Raskob Construction, LLC

"This course was useful in so many ways. Very helpful for my future learnings." Wade Olker, Accessibility 101

"Knowledgeable speaker with good content and examples." Ashley Pontiff, VBA

"This course has a lot of information." Alvin Martinson, Martinson Construction

"Excellent descriptions of the barrier free showers and explanations of how to use the different components." Jim Davis, SES Renovations

"This was a helpful course." Jodi Roos, Live Life Therapy Solutions

"Clear information about ADA showers from a experienced instructor." Meg Jaeger, Mega Remodel

"It was a great class! Very interesting, good presentation." Kevin Buck, SERVPRO of the Twin Ports

"Knowledgeable instructor with good info." Sawyer VanHecke, Hansen Hometech, Inc.

"A very informative course. Good information." Randy Heuer, TruBlue

"Very clear and useful information." Jessica Baron, Bear Claw Construction LLC

Quiz Info

In order to receive continuing education credit(s), you will need to take a 10-question quiz following the course. To pass the quiz, you will need to achieve a score of 70% or higher. If you are unsuccessful, you will have an opportunity to repeat the quiz. Once you have successfully completed the quiz, you can download your continuing education certificate(s) showing the credit(s) that you have earned.

Credit Info

This course has been approved for one hour of MN residential contractor, remodeler, and building official continuing education by the Minnesota Department of Labor & Industry, and one hour of WI Dwelling Contractor Qualifier CE by the Wisconsin Dept. of Safety & Professional Services. 

If you are eligible to receive continuing education credits, your information will be electronically reported to the appropriate agency within 3 business days of course completion.

Access Info

Your online course is accessible 24/7. The course will be available to you for 180 days from purchase date.

Questions and Comments

Questions and comments related to the curriculum for this course may be submitted to the instructor at education@housingfirstmn.org.