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Lead Awareness

Foundational Training for Recognizing and Responding to Lead Hazards

EMI classes are only available through the Indianapolis Ivy Tech campus at this time. For more information, contact Indianapolis-EMI@ivytech.edu.


This introductory or refresher course is designed for professionals who may work in environments where lead-based paint is present. Participants learn how to recognize potential hazards, understand regulatory requirements, and follow safe work practices to protect themselves and others on-site.

Training covers:

  • The history, uses, and risks of lead
  • Health effects associated with exposure
  • How to identify building materials likely to contain lead
  • Regulations governing worker safety and public protection
  • Methods to prevent or minimize exposure during routine activities or maintenance

This course is ideal for maintenance staff, contractors, property managers, facility personnel, custodial teams, and any worker who may encounter these materials as part of their duties.

Upon successful completion of the Lead Awareness course, participants will be able to demonstrate knowledge in the following areas:

  • Historical overview of lead use in the United States
  • Health effects associated with lead exposure
  • Current public health programs designed to protect children from lead hazards
  • Methods for reducing or preventing worker exposure to lead
  • Regulations applicable to contractors and workers when lead hazards may be present

If there are no upcoming dates listed below, please reach out to the EMI team at indianapolis-emi@ivytech.edu. We will work with you to ensure you get the EMI class you need in a timely manner.

When you click on the  below, you will be directed to the Skills Training Self-Registration Portal. Once you are redirected to the registration page, click on Start Your Registration >> even if you have an existing username. 

Note: You will be asked to provide your SSN; this is necessary to match or create a new account with the College. This data is encrypted and deleted from the registration platform once it has been transmitted into our closed database. Please review the College's Skills Training Terms and Conditions and the Student Financial Agreement fully before submitting your registration. 

There are several flexible options available to help cover the cost of your skills training class:

  • One-time payment – Pay the full class price upfront.

  • Payment plan – Split your payments into 3-, 6-, or 9-month installments ($30 to set up, no interest).

  • Employer sponsorship – Your employer may fund your training as part of a workforce development or upskilling initiative - ask them today!

Need help deciding? Select "Unsure" on the registration form and our team will reach out to discuss details with you. 

Upcoming Classes

Class Location

Class Dates
Time
Location
Cost
  • May 7, 2026 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.
100% Online offered by Indianapolis
$225

This class covers only Lead Awareness. 

100% Online,
Contact: Armica Bash Gaspar, Indianapolis-EMI@ivytech.edu

Costs may vary by location given differences in the cost of supplies and class provider.