Lighting for WELL Certification: Introduction for Architects and Designers.

1 Hour AIA CEU Credits and 1 Hour CPD Credits in the UK.
Explore the science of light for health and well-being, review the nine features in the WELL light concept and learn how human-centric lighting is good for the planet too.
Format

Online
Course

Starting date

On demand

Author

Dr Shelley James

CE Credits

One Hour AIA CEU Credits (USA)
One Hour CPD Credits (UK)

Modules

5 modules

Price

£50

About the course

Explore the latest scientific understanding of the powerful visual and non-visual effects of light. Understand how these principles are reflected in the nine features of the WELL V2 Light Concept so that you can optimise lighting solutions for successful certification. Learn how adopting the principles in the WELL lighting concept can help your clients to meet their environmental targets too. Gain access to independent resources to build your knowledge and add value to client projects.

Evidence-based

This session builds on research from hundreds of scientists all over the world to supplement the references in the WELL standard itself with the latest evidence of the specific effects of light and lighting on health and well-being in key sectors. You will also discover strategies to balance human and environmental needs.

Future-proof 

IWBI is setting the benchmark for healthy buildings worldwide. Whether your projects are going for full WELL certification or you simply want to harness the latest research and guide your clients to future-proof their investment, this module will guide you to the resources and tools you need to make informed decisions about light and lighting.

For your career

I've worked with hundreds of building professionals and their clients all over the world to help them make the business case for investing in lighting and deliver the tools they need to interpret scientific principles and standards within commercial and sustainability targets. This module offers practical insights to support your professional development with confidence and integrity.

Course Lessons

Dr Shelley James

Dr Shelley James is an international expert on light and well-being, author, TedX and keynote speaker. Dr Shelley is also a WELL Light Advisory Member, Faculty and AP Advisor. 
Clients include global lighting and technology brands and regulators, healthcare and education trusts, architects and designers, academic institutions and museums. A recent social media campaign to raise awareness of the impact of light on teens was translated into three languages and reached over 2.5 million young people around the world. Her recent TedX talk was selected for the Ted platform. It’s now had over 200,000 views and was in the top three most-watched Ted talks in the month following launch.
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