Tuition and Other Requirements

Member Price: $1,235
Non-Member Price: $1,485

This fee includes a full conference registration to WEFTEC 2025 in Chicago (a $850 value), access to 6 live webcasts (a $240 value), and the two-day workshop in Alexandria (a $400 value).  In addition, it includes monthly group chats, homework assignments, and putting together the final project.  Program participants are responsible for all their own travel and hotel costs, as well as any fees for calling in from a phone.

For the 2025 WLI, attendance at our in-person trainings is mandatory.  There will be a two-day training in Alexandria, VA, May 15-16 with an optional half-day event on May 14.  We will also have a one-day workshop at WEFTEC on Sunday, September 28, in Chicago.  Exceptions will be made on a case by case basis and must be approved before you accept your position in the program.  Please check with your company about their support (financially and time wise) before you apply to ensure you can get the most out of the program.

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