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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Course Calendar & Tuition
Upcoming 2023 Web-Based Courses
Courses take place on pre-determined Tuesdays & Wednesdays between 12:00 PM & 2:00 PM ET except where noted with an asterisk.
Dates: October 17, 18, 24, 25, November 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, 29, December 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20 (18 sessions)
Time: 2:30-4:30 PM
Registration Deadline: October 3, 2023
Member: $1,400
Non-Member: $1,800
Course Description
Past 2023 Web-Based Courses
Corrosion & Accelerated Corrosion Tests
Dates: February 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, March 1
Registration Deadline: January 15, 2023
Member: $975
Non-Member: $1,300
Course Description
Environmental Stewardship Part 1: Wastewater Treatment
Dates: August 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30
Registration Deadline: July 25, 2023
Member: $1,050
Non-Member: $1,400
Course Description
Electroless Deposition
Dates: March 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, 29, April 4, 5
Registration Deadline: February 28, 2023
Member: $1,050
Non-Member: $1,400
Course Description
Dates: September 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, 27, October 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25, 26, 27
Registration Deadline: August 22, 2023
Member: $1,400
Non-Member: $1,800
Course Description
Chromium Plating for Engineering App (Hard Chrome)
Dates: April 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26
Registration Deadline: March 21, 2023
Member: $975
Non-Member: $1,300
Course Description
Dates: September 19, 20, 26, 27, October 3, 4, 10, 11
Time: 2:30-4:30 PM
Registration Deadline: September 11, 2023
Member: $975
Non-Member: $1300
Course Description
Home-Study Courses
Member: $1,400
Non-Member: $1,800
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Member: $1,100
Non-Member: $1,500
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Member: $900
Non-Member: $1,300
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Non-Member: $1,300
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Non-Member: $1,300
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Non-Member: $1,300
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Non-Member: $1,800
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Non-Member: $1,300
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Non-Member: $1,300
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Member: $900
Non-Member: $1,300
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Classroom Courses
Electroplating & Surface Finishing Parts 1 & 2 (CEF)
Dates: June 5-8, 2023
Exam Date: June 9, 2023
Registration Deadline: May 23, 2023
Location: Cleveland, OH
Member: $1,800
Non-Member: $2,200
Course Description
Aluminum Finishing
Dates: June 5-8, 2023
Exam Date: June 9, 2023
Registration Deadline: May 23, 2023
Location: Cleveland, OH
Member: $1,800
Non-Member: $2,200
Course Description
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.
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