Become Certified as a Lighting Specialist in Controls by NAILD at June Lightovation

A brand-new certification course in lighting controls offered by the National Association of Innovative Lighting Distributors (NAILD) will be hosted at Dallas Market Center (DMC) just ahead of the June 18-21 edition of Lightovation.

The two-day, intensive Lighting Specialist in Controls (LS-C) course will be held June 16 and 17 with an exam on June 18. The NAILD LS-C Certification Program is developed to bridge the knowledge gap in lighting controls within the distribution channel. The program provides structured training and formalized certification, enhancing professionals’ ability to deliver efficient, code-compliant, budget-friendly, and quality lighting control solutions for small-scale projects.

The program offers a choice of three certification tracks: LS-CD (Distribution), LS-CS (Specialist), or LS-CI (Installation). Participants will select one track for the June training and will have future opportunities to take other tracks. NAILD recommends larger groups to consider certifying at least one staff member in each track, since each builds distinct expertise.

LS-CD training is recommended for individuals or companies interested in learning how to sell, stock, and coordinate lighting controls. LS-CD certified professionals will learn how to interpret project documentation, generate a bill of materials (BOM), and create accurate quotations. For companies working primarily with specifiers and skilled installers, this track will help them manage lighting control system sales and coordination for well-documented projects.

LS-CS training is for individuals or companies that frequently encounter incomplete or unclear project documentation. This certification trains staff to transform blank reflected ceiling plans into complete lighting controls layouts, control intent narratives, and one-line diagrams to enable the sales team to generate a BOM and quotation with confidence.

LS-CI for individuals or companies who want to offer oversight and support services during and after installation. This training provides the ability to guide contractors on proper installation procedures, educate end-users on system operation, and provide ongoing project support.

The certification instructors will be Ron Kuszmar (LS-CD track), VP/Architectural & Theatrical Lighting at Port Lighting; C. Webster Marsh (LS-CS track), owner of Penumbra Controls; and Chris O’Shea (LS-CI track), Head of Marketing and Business Development at Control Force.

Early bird pricing for this certification training, which ends March 31, is $399 for NAILD members and $499 for non-members. Registration for this training also includes registration for the full June 18-21 Lightovation show, and participants will receive a guided tour of DMC’s 1 million square foot permanent lighting marketplace following the certification exam on June 18. To register and for more information, click here

Certification attendees are welcome to book hotel accommodations from any of Lightovation’s blocks, which start as low as $123/night can be explored and reserved here

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