Sales Training

NVR’s basic Sales Training Program takes approximately 10-12 weeks to complete. It consists of 10 days of centralized classroom training, supplemented with extensive training in the employee’s Division. Among the topics covered in this program are:

On an ongoing basis, additional sales training is provided at the Corporate, Regional and Divisional level. Training topics range from Sales Negotiating, to Construction Knowledge for Sales, to Closing Skills.

Production Training

Using a combination of classroom, self-study, and "in-the-field" training, the Production Training Program (PTP) is intended to provide the basic knowledge and skills necessary to supervise homes under construction. Participants should expect to spend between 18 and 24 months in the program. Several quizzes and "in-field" demonstrations are used to evaluate progress. A final exam and field proficiency testing are required. Among the topics covered in this program are:

Ongoing training for Production personnel is also provided at the Corporate, Regional, and Divisional level. Typical topics include Site Management, Establishing and Controlling Costs, Construction Safety, and Effective Subcontractor Management.

Management Training

For those who choose a career path leading to management, NVR offers a variety of internal and external courses to develop managerial and advanced vocational skills. Among the more popular courses are: