Agenda
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Wednesday, May 21, 2025
9:00 am – 12:15 pm CDT
Thursday, May 22, 2025
9:00 am – 12:15 pm CDT
Agenda Day One:
Wednesday, May 21, 2025 | 9:00 am – 12:15 pm CDT
Presented by Kristi Avalos
Focus on Multi-purpose Spaces
- What laws have been triggered and where do they apply?
- How can design be intuitive?
- Know the area and population
- Affecting change for people with invisible disabilities
Focus on Restoration
- Are historical elements part of the project?
- What are we trying to preserve?
- Clearly define the scope of the project
- What triggers what?
- Repurposing materials
Agenda Day Two:
Thursday, May 22, 2025 | 9:00 am – 12:15 pm CDT
Presented by Kristi Avalos
Focus on Natural Materials
- Contrast, color and texture
- Aesthetic effects on anxiety
- Using stone, wood, plants, shells and grasses
Focus on Acoustic Design
- Optimize acoustic design techniques
- Accommodate line of site requirements
- Induction loop systems
- Assistive listening systems
- Signage and wayfinding
Webinar Instructions
All attendees must log-on through their own email – attendees may not watch together if they wish to earn continuing education credit. HalfMoon Education Inc. must be able to prove attendance if either the attendee or HalfMoon Education Inc. is audited.
Certificates of completion can be downloaded in PDF form upon passing a short quiz. A link to the quiz will be sent to each qualifying attendee immediately after the webinar. The certificate can be downloaded from the Results page of the quiz upon scoring 80% or higher.
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Credits
Engineers
6.0 PDHs
Architects
6.0 HSW CE Hours
AIA - American Institute of Architects
6.0 HSW LUs
Interior Designers
6.0 HSW CE Hours
ICC - International Code Council
.6 CEUs (Accessibility)
Continuing Education Information
This webinar is open to the public and is designed to qualify for 6.0 PDHs for professional engineers, 6.0 HSW continuing education hours for licensed architects, and 6.0 HSW continuing education hours for interior designers in all states that allow this learning method. Please refer to specific state rules to determine eligibility.
HalfMoon Education is an approved continuing education sponsor for engineers in Florida (Provider License No: CEA362), Indiana (License No. CE21700059), Maryland, and New Jersey (Approval No. 24GP00049300). HalfMoon Education is deemed an approved continuing education sponsor for New York engineers and architects via its registration with the American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System (Regulations of the Commissioner §68.14(i)(2) and §69.6(i)(2)). Other states do not preapprove continuing education providers or courses.
The American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System has approved this course for 6.0 HSW LUs (Sponsor No. J885). Only full participation is reportable to the AIA/CES.
The International Code Council has approved this event for .6 CEUs in the specialty area of Accessibility (Preferred Provider No. 1232).
Attendance will be monitored, and attendance certificates will be available after the webinar for those who attend the entire course and score a minimum 80% on the quiz that follows the course (multiple attempts allowed).
*On-Demand Credits*
The preceding credit information only applies to the live presentation. This course in an on-demand format is not pre-approved by any licensing boards and may not qualify for the same credits; please consult your licensing board(s) to ensure that a structured, asynchronous learning format is appropriate. The following pre-approvals may be available for the on-demand format upon request:
6.0 HSW LUs (AIA)
Speakers
Kristi Avalos
Founder and CEO of Accessology Too, LLC, in McKinney, TexasMs. Avalos is a nationally renowned leader in providing accessibility-related services and is a sought-after speaker with a knack for using an upbeat approach to help others understand the complexities of compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). With over 40 years of experience, she provides expert witnessing on ADA, 504, Federal Housing Administration, and Air Carrier Access Act legal cases. In 1990 she founded Accessology Too, LLC which is a national leader in providing accessibility consulting services and is one of the largest U.S. firms dedicated solely to accessibility and access issues. Since its founding, Accessology has worked closely with the Department of Justice and the U.S. Access Board to remain knowledgeable and adept with the constant changes that occur regarding ADA guidelines. Accessology has worked on numerous multi-million dollar projects to impact accessibility compliance during all stages, from schematics to construction and final inspections. Since 2005 Accessology has specialized in the development, execution, and monitoring of the required ADA Transition Plans for Title II entities to help them avoid access-related litigation since so much litigation is tied to not having a Transition Plan on file. Ms. Avalos and her team at Accessology are committed to removing structural and attitudinal barriers that adversely impact people with disabilities.
AIA Info
AIA Provider Statement:
HalfMoon Education Inc. is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number J885. All registered AIA/CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider of learning program may be sent to AIA/CES (cesupport@aia.org or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3).
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.
Course Title: Accessibility – Current Issues in Interior Design
Delivery Method: Live Online
Course Description: This six-hour course explores current accessibility issues in interior design, focusing on multi-purpose spaces, historic restorations, natural materials, and acoustic design. The course will examine how and when accessibility laws apply to different spaces, the impact of materials on user experience, assistive listening technologies, and inclusive wayfinding solutions.
Learning Objectives:
Learning Objective 1: Learners will be able to identify accessibility requirements for multi-purpose spaces and utilize design solutions that accommodate diverse user needs, including those with invisible disabilities.
Learning Objective 2: Learners will be able to incorporate accessible design elements in historic restoration projects while identifying and preserving important historical elements and repurposing materials.
Learning Objective 3: Learners will be able to discuss the potential effects that natural material aesthetics, such as contrast, color, and texture, can have on anxiety.
Learning Objective 4: Learners will be able to implement acoustic design strategies, including assistive listening systems, loop systems, wayfinding, and signage.
LUs: 6.0
LU Type: LU|HSWs
Prerequisites: None
Advance Preparation: None
Program Level: Intermediate
Course Expiration Date: 03/12/2028
Complaint Resolution Policy:
Complaints regarding this course can be emailed to fchapman@halfmoonseminars.org or by calling (715) 835-5900. A HalfMoon Education representative will respond within 72 hours to resolve the complaint, which will include, but not limited to, access to another CE activity at no or reduced cost or a full or partial refund. Each instance will be resolved on a case-by-case situation.
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