AIA CEU: Designing with Hemp-Based Materials (2 LU|HSW)

Designing with Hemp-Based Materials for High-Performance, Regenerative Buildings

This introductory AIA‐accredited course equips design professionals with the fundamentals of specifying and detailing industrial hemp–based building materials such as hemp-lime (“hempcrete”), hemp fiber insulation, and prefabricated blocks/panels for new construction and retrofit projects. Framed through Health, Safety, and Welfare, the session covers hygrothermal behavior (vapor-open, moisture-managing assemblies), fire performance, acoustic attenuation, thermal comfort, and embodied-carbon impacts. Participants will compare common assembly types (cast-in-place infill, blocks, and panels), review best practices for framing interfaces, air and water control layers, finishes, and MEP

Participants will learn:

Moisture management and hygrothermal control
Fire safety and thermal performance
Indoor air quality and embodied carbon reduction
Real-world case studies in new construction and retrofits

Available by Request Hosted through the U.S. Hemp Building Association (USHBA)

Seeking CEC units please email us at info@ushba.org for more information

Organic Hemp-Based Wood Flooring and Designs (1.25 LU|HSW)

Organic Hemp-Based Wood Flooring and Designs

This introductory AIA‐accredited course introduces design professionals to the beauty, performance, and sustainability of organic hemp-based wood flooring and lumber products. Participants will explore how these materials contribute to healthier indoor environments, meet sustainability goals, and align with carbon-negative manufacturing practices. The course also examines product composition, installation considerations, and LEED certification opportunities for both residential and commercial projects.

Participants will learn:

How to design with organic hemp-based wood flooring materials
How hemp-based flooring supports indoor air quality
The composition and performance benefits of hemp-based wood and lumber products
The principles of no-VOC, carbon-negative manufacturing

Available by Request
Hosted through the U.S. Hemp Building Association (USHBA)

Seeking CEC units?
Please email us at info@ushba.org for more information.

Residential Hempcrete Wall Systems 1 LU|HSW

Residential Hempcrete Wall Systems

This introductory AIA‐accredited course guides design professionals through the fundamentals of designing and installing hemp-lime (“hempcrete”) wall systems in residential construction. Participants will explore material composition, structural integration, finishing options, and best practices for specification and installation. The session emphasizes design compatibility, performance, and sustainability to help ensure successful project outcomes.

Participants will learn: