6.01.10 | Jasper, IN | National Office Furniture announces accreditation by the Interior Design Continuing Education Council (IDCEC) and Green Building Council Institute (GBCI) for its 1-hour (.1 credit) and 2-hour (.2 credit)  level CEU training sessions. National has adopted the Business and Institutional Furniture Manufacturer Association's (BIFMA) level CEU training sessions into its CEU program. Design professionals and LEED-APs alike, now can earn credits towards their continuing education when attending either of these courses as both fulfill the Green Building Council Institute's (GBCI) LEED Credential Maintenance requirements for CE credit. National's CEU faculty has conducted over 50 1-hour and 2-hour level CEU training sessions educating over 1,000 industry professionals throughout the country. The level CEU courses provide a thorough review and understanding of the multi-attribute level certification program based on BIFMA's e3 Sustainability Standard. Level certification is awarded to products by meeting stringent criteria as evaluated by a BIFMA approved third-party certifier in the following areas:

• Materials

• Human and Ecosystem Health

• Energy and Atmosphere

• Social Responsibility

"At National, we have a rich heritage and a strong, on-going commitment to sustainability. It's evident in our products, facilities, people and culture. Additionally, part of this commitment is education, and we truly enjoy sharing ideas and information that empower people and communities to make smarter choices concerning the environment," says Mendy Claridge, National Product Line Manager, LEED-AP, Accredited level CEU faculty member. "As we continue to strengthen the level mark and the importance and benefits of an all inclusive, common product certification, we are proud to have partners like National Office Furniture to keep pushing level forward," says Tom Reardon, BIFMA International Executive Director. National was the first manufacturer awarded the level 2 mark for a veneer casegood.  All National casegoods and the majority of its seating are either level 1 or level 2 certified by SCS.  www.NationalOfficeFurniture.com