Virtual vs. In-Person Smoke School
Both approaches support EPA Method 9 certification. The difference is how, when, and where your employees complete their training and certification.
Same Goal. A More Flexible Way to Get There.
Traditional smoke school requires trainees to attend scheduled training and certification events. Virtual Smoke School brings the process to your organization, allowing trainees to train, practice, and certify on your schedule.
Compare the Experience
| Feature | In-Person Smoke School | Virtual Smoke School |
|---|---|---|
| Method 9 Certification | ||
| Scheduling | Scheduled school dates | Train on your schedule |
| Travel | Often required | No training travel required |
| Weather Dependency | Outdoor conditions can affect testing | No weather delays |
| Training Environment | Outdoor / group environment | Controlled VR environment |
| Practice | Depends on school schedule | Unlimited practice |
| Retesting | Depends on event availability | Retest as needed |
| Second & Third Shifts | May require schedule changes | Certify around shift schedules |
| Results | Varies by provider | Instant |
| Certificate Delivery | Varies by provider | Emailed after passing |
Bring Smoke School to Your Schedule
Instead of coordinating employees around a scheduled smoke school, Virtual Smoke School allows certification to fit around your operation.
Your Schedule
Train when it works for your employees instead of waiting for scheduled school dates.
No Training Travel
Reduce travel expenses and time away from normal job responsibilities.
No Weather Delays
Certification takes place in a controlled virtual environment instead of relying on outdoor conditions.
Works Across Shifts
Certify first-, second-, and third-shift employees without bringing everyone in at the same time.
Train → Practice → Certify
Virtual Smoke School allows trainees to prepare before taking the certification test instead of being limited by the schedule of an in-person event.
Train
Complete the FREE Online Method 9 Lecture before certification when required.
Practice
Review standard values and take unlimited practice tests with immediate feedback.
Certify
Complete your certification test and receive your results immediately.
Less Disruption to Your Operation
Virtual Smoke School can make it easier to keep employees certified without reorganizing production, travel, and staffing around a training event.
Ready to Try a Different Approach?
Register your trainees and complete Method 9 training and certification without waiting for the next in-person smoke school.