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We’re proud to offer educational content for design professionals so you can earn HSW Learning Units towards CES learning credits. In some regions, we offer live training sessions, and courses are also offered by webinar.

In Person and Virtual Courses

Savaria is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number 40107405. All registered AIA CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs.

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Guide to Home Elevators

Home elevator ready to serve in living room

(AIASAV102-2025) The Presentation

This presentation is designed to provide an overview of home elevators for architects and builders.

Learning objectives

Relate to the variety of applications for home elevators
Identify common features and the four main types of elevator drive systems
Analyze site requirements and project timelines
Understand codes and regulations applicable to residential elevators

By the end of this session, participants should have a broad understanding of residential elevators and the increasing demand for mobility in the home. This presentation is an intermediate level AIA CES course.

AIA Continuing Education

“Guide to Home Elevators” is an AIA registered course and provides attendees with 1 HSW Learning Unit towards their CES learning credits. We, the passport provider, will report attendance and the credits will be visible in your account after 3 business days. When registering, you may request that a certificate of completion be sent to you after the course is finished.

Introduction To Winding Drum Panoramic Home Elevators

Upwards view of winding drum hoist mechanics

(AIASAV30x) The Presentation

This course is an introduction to winding drum drive panoramic residential elevators and provides an overview of the features and design applications. This session will cover technical aspects and benefits of this type of elevator as well as applicable code and regulation requirements.

Learning objectives

Understand and review a variety of applications and design styles for residential tubular panoramic elevators
Identify different technical aspects and safety features
Analyze site requirements, approximate cost and project timelines
Codes and regulations applicable to winding drum panoramic home elevators

AIA Continuing Education

“Introduction to Winding Drum Panoramic Home Elevators” is an AIA registered course and provides attendees with 1 HSW Learning Unit towards their CES learning credits. We, the passport provider, will report attendance and the credits will be visible in your account after 3 business days. When registering, you may request that a certificate of completion be sent to you after the course is finished.

Guide to ADA and ANSI A117.1 Design Standards for Vertical Platform Lifts & LU/LA Elevators

(AIASAV203) The Presentation

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is an equal opportunity law that includes standard for accessible design. This presentation provides an overview of ADA and ANSI A117.1 design standards for platform lifts and LU/LA (limited use/limited application) elevators.

Learning objectives

Understand basic information on vertical platform lifts and their code limitations
Understand accessibility code requirements for platform lifts (ANSI A117.1 and ADAAG)
Understand basic information on commercial LU/LA elevators and their code limitations
Understand accessibility code requirements for LU/LA Elevators

By the end of this session, participants should have a broad understanding of ADA design standards for accessibility lifts and LU/LA elevators, their technology, application and advantages.

This presentation is an intermediate level AIA CES course and provides 1 HSW learning unit.

AIA Continuing Education

“ADA AND ANSI A117.1 Design Standards for Platform Lifts & LU/LA Elevators” is an AIA registered course and provides attendees with 1 HSW LU towards their CES learning credits. We, the passport provider, will report attendance and the credits will be visible in your account after 3 business days. When registering, you may request that a certificate of completion be sent to you after the course is finished.

Guide to ADA and ANSI A117.1 Design Standards for Vertical and Inclined Platform Lifts & LU/LA Elevators

(AIASAV201-2022) The Presentation

Learning objectives

Understand basic information on vertical and inclined platform lifts and their code limitations
Understand accessibility code requirements for platform lifts (ANSI A117.1 and ADAAG)
Understand basic information on commercial LU/LA elevators and their code limitations
Understand accessibility code requirements for LU/LA elevators.

By the end of this session, participants should have a broad understanding of ADA design standards for accessibility lifts and LU/LA elevators, their technology, application and advantages.

This presentation is an intermediate level AIA CES course and provides 2 HSW learning units.

AIA Continuing Education

“ADA and ANSI A117.1 Design Standards for Platform Lifts & LU/LA Elevators” is an AIA registered course and provides attendees with 2 LU|HSW towards their CES learning credits. We, the passport provider, will report attendance and the credits will be visible in your account after 3 business days. When registering, you may request that a certificate of completion be sent to you after the course is finished.

Vertical Material Handling Systems & Methods

(AIASAV40x) The Presentation

This course explores the various types of vertical material handling systems that are available; what kinds of end users and buildings reap the most benefits; and the wide range of objects that are transported vertically, between the floors of any structure. National code applications are also discussed.

Learning objectives

Explore the various types of Vertical Material Handling Systems that are available
Explore the varieties of materials and types of buildings which may benefit from the use of Vertical Material Handling Systems
Identify key Design and Planning Criteria
Acquire an understanding of the Efficiency, Safety and Cost Reduction benefits available through the use of Vertical Material Handling Systems

AIA Continuing Education

“Vertical Material Handling Systems & Methods” is an AIA registered course and provides attendees with 1 HSW Learning Unit towards their CES learning credits. We, the passport provider, will report attendance and the credits will be visible in your account after 3 business days. When registering, you may request that a certificate of completion be sent to you after the course is finished.

Note: This learning program is registered with AIA CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product.

AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.

Any questions or concerns about this provider or this learning program may be sent to AIA CES (cessupport@aia.org or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3).

Pre-recorded Sessions

Some of our courses are also available on-demand so you can earn AIA CES learning credits wherever and whenever it suits you.
Guide to Home Elevators via American Training Solutions.

Upcoming Webinars

Watch for our Savaria experts booked to speak at live, online continuing education sessions with Architect Magazine, The Construction Specifier and The Journal of Light Construction in 2025!

Earn AIA CES learning credits from Savaria through webcast seminars held by America Training Solutions in your area.
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Introduction to Winding Drum Panoramic Home Elevators

Thursday, April 3
Wednesday, December 17

Guide to Home Elevators

Ceiling Mounted Patient Lifts in Healthcare

ADA and ANSI A117.1 Design Standards for Vertical Platform Lifts and Limited Use/Limited Application Elevators

Vertical Material Handling Systems & Methods

Any questions or concerns about this provider or this learning program may be sent to AIA CES (cessupport@aia.org or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3).

In-Person Events

You can also earn AIA CES learning credits from Savaria through in-person seminars held by America Training Solutions in your area.
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Guide to Home Elevators