Continuing Education
At Rum River Consultants, our core values—Accuracy, Efficiency, and Uniformity—are at the heart of everything we do, including our Building Blocks continuing education courses. We proudly deliver these courses statewide, serving communities from International Falls to Austin and Grand Marais to Granite Falls. No matter where you are in Minnesota, we've got you covered.
All course materials are approved by the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry, ensuring they meet the highest industry standards.
We design our sessions to provide actionable insights and practical tools that professionals can immediately apply when they return to their municipalities or job sites.
CE Offerings for 2026
Residential Code Essentials: Modern Approaches to Energy,
Wall Bracing, and Fastener Compatibility
This course is pending approval by the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry
for 7 credit hours of Continuing Education for Building Officials, Residential
Building Contractors, Remodelers, and Roofers.
Click on links below to register directly with the host organization.
January 8 - Northland Community & Technical College - East Grand Forks
January 20 - MN Rivers Builders Association - Mankato
January 22 - Pine Technical & Community College - Pine City
January 27 - Central MN Builders Association - Sauk Rapids
January 30 - Lake Regions Builders Association - Detroit Lakes
February 4 - Lansing Building Products - Brooklyn Park
February 5 - Mid Minnesota Builders Association - Breezy Point
February 13 - Siwek Lumber - Jordan
February 16 - Backus Community Center - International Falls
February 24 - City of Austin - Austin (Please contact 507.437.9954 to register)
February 27 - Siwek Lumber - Minneapolis
March 13 - Live Virtual Class - Registration details coming soon!
“Must say, this is the best money I have ever spent.”
- Rick, Park Rapids
"The best instructors
in this industry!"
- Tony, Hastings
"By far, the best seminar for continuing education I've been to."
- Austin, MN Attendee
"I always learn something new from Rum River,
it's been great."
- Northern Minnesota Attendee
“..hands down the best group of instructors in this business. Very well covered on all points and kept things moving well!”