Course Calendar

Whether you’re new to the finishing field, or consider yourself a veteran, these learning opportunities will increase and deepen your knowledge of this complex and evolving industry.

NASF, and its education arm, The AESF Foundation, offer thoughtfully developed, technical courses that explore and explain the important “basics” of metal finishing as well as the latest and most impactful developments in every specialty within the field.

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2024 Course Calendar & Tuition

Web-Based Courses

Courses take place on predetermined Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 12 PM to 2 PM unless otherwise noted.

Dates: February 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28 Registration Deadline: February 1, 2024
Member: $975
Non-Member: $1,300            
Course Description

Dates: July: 9, 10, 16,17, 23, 24, 30, 31
Registration Deadline: June 28, 2024
Member: $975
Non-Member: $1,300
Course Description

Dates: October:  29, 30, November: 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20
Registration Deadline: October 21, 2024
Member: $975
Non-Member: $1,300                                 
Course Description         

Dates: March: 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, 27, April: 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24, 30, May: 1
Registration Deadline: February 26, 2024
Member: $1,400
Non-Member: $1,800
Course Description

Dates: August: 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28
Registration Deadline: July 30, 2024
Member: $975
Non-Member: $1,300
Course Description

Dates: October: 17, 18, 24, 25, 31, November: 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, December: 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20
Registration Deadline: October 7, 2024
Member: $1,400
Non-Member: $1,800
Course Description

Dates: May: 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, 29
Registration Deadline: May 1, 2024
Member: $975
Non-Member: $1,300
Course Description

Dates: September: 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25, October: 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23
Registration Deadline: August 27, 2024
Member: $1,250
Non-Member: $1,550
Course Description

Classroom Courses

Dates: June 4-7, 2024
Registration Deadline: May 28, 2024
Location: Atlanta, GA
Member: $2,050
Non-Member: $2,450
Course Description

Dates: June 4-7, 2024
Registration Deadline: May 23, 2023
Location: Atlanta, GA
Member: $2,050
Non-Member: $2,450
Course Description

Dates: June 4-7, 2024
Registration Deadline: June 8, 2024
Location: Atlanta, GA
Member: $900
Non-Member: $1,200
Course Description

Classroom Course Exams

Date: June 8, 2024
Registration Deadline: May 28, 2024
Location: Atlanta, GA
Member: $160
Non-Member: $240

Date: June 8, 2024
Registration Deadline: May 23, 2023
Location: Atlanta, GA
Member: $160
Non-Member: $240

Date: June 8, 2024
Registration Deadline: June 8, 2024
Location: Atlanta, GA
Member: $160
Non-Member: $240

Home-Study Courses
Home Study & Web-Based Course Exams

The corresponding subject matter course must be completed before taking the exam. Courses are considered complete when the last quiz in the last module has been submitted for grading. 

  • The exam proctor form must be submitted a minimum of four (4) business days before the exam date. 
  • The individual identified as the proctor must agree to fulfill the following requirements: administer the exam, ensure no resource material/notes are used by the exam taker, and return the completed exam for grading. 

There are no restrictions on time, place, or location for the exam.  Once purchased, the exam must be completed and submitted for grading within 120 days of the order date.  Exam retakes require a new registration, fee, and proctor submission form. 

Member: $200
Non-Member: $300

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Non-Member: $300

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