Traditional Training
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SHARP Logger Core Programs
To achieve SHARP Logger standing, participants must complete both core classes for a total of 12 credit hours. Core Classes are offered as a pair, but can be taken in either order and at any location. For more information, call 540-231-6494 or e-mail Karen Snape.
- Mountain Empire Community College, Wise County, Spring TBD
- Southside Virginia Community College, Keysville, Spring TBD
SHARP Logger Continuing Education Programs
Continuing Education classes are for individuals who have completed the core program. To maintain their standing, SHARP Loggers must earn 8 credit hours of continuing education (CE) training during each two year period following the completion of the core classes, including a REQUIRED SHARP Logger Update Class. For more information, call 540-231-6494 or e-mail Karen Snape.
Class Schedule Information
Required SHARP Logger Update Class: 2 CE Credit Hours
- Colonial Heights: Friday, November 20. Followed by Business Management.
- Galax: Thursday, December 10. Followed by TBD.
- Martinsville: Friday, December 11. Followed by Chainsaw Demonstration Class.
- Online: the required Update is available on the Online Training page.
Other SHARP Logger Continuing Education Programs
- Business Management: Colonial Heights. Friday, November 20, following the SHARP Logger Update Class.
- Chainsaw Techniques Demonstration: Martinsville. Friday, December 11, following the SHARP Logger Update Class.
Other Opportunities
- Think something you attended should count for Continuing Education credits? Check the SHARP Logger Requirements and use the CE Form (FAQ here), along with a certificate, sign-in sheet, agenda, or other proof to request credit.