AFA Approved Education Provider Program Overview
The American Fence Association’s (AFA) Approved Education Provider Program connects recognized Industry Partners — those who offer top-tier training in fence installation, gate operators/access control, and business operations—with professionals seeking continuing education (CE) credits for certification renewal. This program creates a seamless experience for both providers and certificants by ensuring that every approved course meets industry standards and is automatically recorded toward recertification. Providers gain formal recognition for their quality offerings, while certificants benefit from a centralized hub for courses and effortless CEU tracking—all under the trusted AFA umbrella.
For Providers: Become an AFA Approved Education Provider
Elevate your status in the fencing and access control industry by joining the American Fence Association’s (AFA) Approved Education Provider Program. This program acknowledges Industry Partners—AFA members who provide products, services, or training for the fencing industry—for their high-quality educational offerings. By becoming an Approved Provider, you help industry professionals gain valuable continuing education credits while you expand your reach and credibility.
Why Participate?
- Strengthen Your Credibility
- Demonstrate your commitment to excellence in fence and gate operator/access control education.
- Gain recognition among over 1,400 member companies worldwide who look to AFA for professional training.
- Enjoy Exclusive Benefits
- Use of the AFA Approved Provider Logo.
- Display your status in marketing materials to showcase your AFA approval to customers and peers.
- Promotion on the AFA Website.
- Your organization and courses will be featured on the AFA website, making it easy for fencing professionals to find and register for your programs.
- Unlimited Course Submissions.
- Submit as many qualifying courses as you want each year for continuous exposure.
- Simplify Certification for Your Attendees.
- Easy Access to Continuing Education.
- Practitioners can efficiently find and apply their training toward recertification.
- Reduced Reporting Burden.
- AFA handles the CEU tracking and uploading—making renewals seamless.
Who Is Eligible?
Any AFA member organization offering continuing education or training in fence installation, materials, or standards; gate operators/access control; or business operations (including sales, leadership, and efficiency) can become an AFA Approved Provider.
Program Cost
- $395 per year — with unlimited course submissions.
- First year waived — enjoy all the benefits at no cost during your first year of participation.
How to Apply
- Read the program guide — familiarize yourself with the AFA Approved Education Program Guide.
- Complete the online application — be sure your MyAFA Portal listing identifies you as a primary contact for your organization. If you need assistance, contact the AFA credentialing staff.
- Submit the signed license agreement — upload this agreement through your certification management page.
- Await approval — our staff will review your application and send you an email confirming your status.
Submitting Courses for Approval
- Submit course details — enter your course’s dates, times, description, instructor qualifications, learning objectives, format, credits, and certificate information (if applicable) via the Course Submission Portal.
- AFA Review — AFA staff will review your submission and notify you of approval within ten business days.
- Course posting — once approved, your course will be listed on the AFA website with a link to register for attendees searching for continuing education opportunities.
- Attendance Verification — after the course concludes, send AFA a verified attendee list within five business days.
- Credit Upload — AFA will upload the attendees’ CEUs to their AFA profiles, streamlining their recertification applications.
Take Your Training to the Next Level
Join the AFA Approved Education Provider Program to gain prominent industry recognition, streamline continuing education, and solidify your leadership in fence, gate operator/access control, and business training. Start your application today and position your organization as a trusted source for professional development.
For questions or more information, please send an email to: sara@americanfenceassociation.com
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For Certificants: Earn and Track Your CE Credits
Expand Your Skills & Simplify Recertification with AFA-Approved Education Providers
As an American Fence Association (AFA) certificant, you know how critical it is to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving fence and access control industry. Now, you can enhance your professional knowledge, earn the continuing education (CE) credits you need for recertification, and reduce the administrative burden — all in one place.
Why Choose an AFA-Approved Education Provider?
- Quality You Can Trust
- Every AFA Approved Provider undergoes a thorough vetting process to ensure their courses meet industry-leading standards. You’ll gain knowledge and skills that immediately apply to your work—whether it’s fence installation, gate operator access control, or business operations.
- Centralized Course Listings
- Browse the AFA website to view a wide range of approved courses from trusted Industry Partners. All the information you need—including course dates, descriptions, and registration links—is right at your fingertips.
- Streamlined CEU Tracking
- After completing an Approved Provider course, your attendance is verified and CEUs are automatically uploaded to your AFA profile. No more chasing down certificates or filing paperwork for multiple courses—all your credits are in one convenient spot.
- Time-Saving Convenience
- Recertification shouldn’t slow you down. With the Approved Education Provider program, you can invest your energy in learning and growing professionally instead of juggling complicated paperwork.
What Types of Courses Are Available?
- Fence & Materials
- Installation techniques, best practices, and emerging trends.
- Gate Operators & Access Control
- Design, installation standards, and safety regulations.
- Business & Leadership
- Sales strategies, leadership development, operational efficiencies, and more
How to Get Started
- Visit the AFA Approved Education Provider Course Directory
- Check out our regularly updated list of Approved Providers and upcoming courses.
- Register for a Course
- Choose the topic that fits your needs—fence, access control, or business.
- Attend & Earn CEUs
- Enjoy your high-quality learning experience, then let AFA handle the CEU uploads to your profile.
Elevate Your Expertise—One Course at a Time
Join countless professionals who rely on the AFA Approved Education Provider Program to maintain their certifications and stay on top of industry changes. By choosing AFA-approved courses, you’ll gain knowledge you can put into action immediately while keeping your recertification on track.
Questions?
Our AFA credentialing staff is ready to help. Contact us for assistance, or visit the AFA Approved Education Provider Course Directory to explore current offerings.
Recognized AFA Approved Education Providers
Binford Supply Group 
CellGate 
Controlled Products Systems Group 
Purple Coaching & Consulting 
Thornton Fence Consulting Group