Autodesk Assistance Program

Today’s economic challenges have impacted Applied Software’s customers significantly and the Autodesk Assistance Program will help people to enhance, maintain and improve their 3D design technology skills to remain competitive in the marketplace. Applied Software will participate in the Autodesk Assistance Program for displaced workers, providing education, support and tools to its customers.

 

"During these challenging economic times we are constantly looking for creative ways to help our clients and their former employees who have been dedicated to Applied Software during our 27 year history. We are strong supporters of this program and believe that it will enable those users of Autodesk software currently between jobs to further enhance their skills and give them a competitive advantage in today’s marketplace,” stated Applied Software President Richard Burroughs.

We know that customers need interoperable and flexible technology tools that can help them deliver projects more quickly and cost-effectively with fewer resources – advantageous both now and when the economy turns. By participating in the Autodesk Assistance Program, Applied Software gives displaced or out-of-work design and engineering professionals the opportunity to enhance existing skill sets, remain active in the professional community and emerge from this economic downturn stronger than they went into it.

Autodesk Assistance Program (AAP) FAQ

Before registering for an Applied Software class as part of the AAP, you must first apply for the program at http://www.autodesk.com/assistance .  Once you receive confirmation of your acceptance, you may register for Applied Software classes.

To register for an Applied Software class: You may view our course schedule online at:

http://www.asti.com/Training.

You may register for an Applied Software class via:

Email AAP@asti.com

Fax #404-634-7390

Or phone #800-969-6753 or 404-633-6753

When you register, please be sure to include:

• Name
• Email Address
• Phone #
• Mailing Address
• Course(s) you are interested in (name and dates)
• The Eligibility Confirmation Email sent from Autodesk

Attendees may only register for one (1) class at a time.

• Once the course has been completed, you may register for the next course of your choosing.
• If we have already received your Eligibility Confirmation, you do not need to resend.

Attendees may not specify the dates of the class. Applied Software will notify the attendees, per our Notification Policy below, when a class has AAP seat availability.

Cost:

For First Tier Classes: $525

• AutoCAD Essentials
• Revit Architecture Essentials
• AutoCAD Architecture Essentials

For Second Tier Classes: $395

• All regularly scheduled classes not listed above.
• Price includes manual, class handouts and lunches.
• You may pay with  CASH, CHECK or CREDIT CARD (The card will not be charged until 1st day of class) Please bring payment with you on the first day of class. You may come by our office to bring payment if you would like to pick up your manual prior to first day of class. 

AIA Credit:

• Participants are eligible for AIA credit for our regularly scheduled classes.
• We report hours to the AIA for any attendee that provides their AIA number.
• You will receive 6 hours of credit for each full day in class (AIA = 0.6 LU/day)

Notification Policy:

Attendance Notification is determined on a first-come, first-served basis per receipt of registration request.

Attendees will be contacted via (three) 3 e-mails:

• Attendee will be notified when Applied Software is in receipt of their registration request.
• Attendee will be notified within the week before the class of a tentative position.
• Attendee will be sent a final notification the day before the class with a final confirmation of their position in the class.

If an attendee cannot attend or there is no confirmed seat in the class, then they will remain on the list and be notified per the previous section, when a class has available AAP seats.

Cancellations:

• There are no penalties for attendee cancellation.
• If the class is cancelled by the attendee, your position will be kept on the list and we will notify you when there is another open position per our Notification Policy.
  If the cancellation is due to the attendee having found employment, we ask that you notify us at AAP@asti.com with your new employment information so that we may update our database.
• Applied Software reserves the right to cancel or reassign the position of any AAP attendee up to the day before class begins. (See the Notification Policy.)

Audit Policy:

Our standard Audit policy does not apply for AAP participants.  You may re-take a class, but fees set out above ("Cost") apply.

Applied Software offers AAP reduced-cost training at the Atlanta Training Facility only

Enrollment in the Autodesk Assistance Program, and software downloads will be available until March 31st, 2010. Classes must be taken before this date.

Autodesk Certification Exams are available to AAP participants:

Autodesk Exams are offered at a discount

• Associate Certification Exam = $20 (originally $50)
• Professional Certification Exam = $20 (originally $125)

Exams Offered for the following products ONLY:

• AutoCAD
• Autodesk Inventor Professional
• Revit Architecture
• AutoCAD Civil 3D

Exam Schedule for Applied Software:

• Every other Friday @ 9:00 a.m.
• See schedule for exams on Applied Software web site.

How to register and purchase discounted exams:

• Visit http://autodesk.starttest.com.
• Select ‘Purchase’ in the US or Canada.
• Select the exam, and enter the ‘Promotion Code’ for the test you wish to take.
• (Promotion Codes are available for http://www.autodesk.com/assistance)
• Select ‘Place Order’ to complete your shopping and pay the balance for the exam.
• Click ‘Schedule’ to schedule your exam at a Certification Center.