Schools | American Fence Association (AFA)

The AFA has dedicated significant volunteer and financial resources to elevate the fence and access control industry through education and certification. The AFA provides comprehensive schools and training programs that offer excellent opportunities to improve your skills, advance your career and gain recognition for your commitment to professional growth. Book Your Exhibit Space for FENCETECH 2025 We have For information on sponsorship of these events, contact Jim Hawarden, Director of Exhibits & Sponsorships at +1.314.561.6717 or at jim@americanfenceassociation.com.

Fence Contractor Business School

Fence Contractor Business School consists of six courses covering the most critically important aspects of managing a fence contracting business.

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Fence Installation School

Fence Installation School is offered as either a week-long, intensive course that includes classroom experience and hands-on installation training for the five fence disciplines or as a 2-Day School offering the same intensive training on specific disciplines in a shorter time period. The two disciplines offered at each of the 2-day schools are outlined on the registration website.

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Gate Automation Designer School

Due to the complexity of gate automation systems, this school focuses on the importance of the design and layout of a project.

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Gate Automation Installation School

Automated gates are a popular form of convenience and security for homeowners, businesses and property managers throughout the United States.

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Operations Manager School

Operations Manager School is a 2-day course that explores responsibilities associated with overseeing the installation and manufacturing side of a fence company.

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Sales Training School

AFA’s Sales Training School (STS) is a two-day program that builds on the fundamentals of the buying and selling process.

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