Carpet

International Certified Floor Covering Installers Association (CFI) and the World Floor Covering Association (WFCA) educational programs include certification for carpet installation professionals, and installation training for dealers, inspectors, in-house staff, and train-the-trainer programs. Certification is offered in residential, commercial (levels I and II), and Master levels. For more information, visit the CFI website at www.CFIinstallers.com, or call (816) 231-4646.

Lees Carpet Institute ensures that installers get personal training. Lees requires students to have five years of experience before being accepted into the program. Training adheres to CRI standards. For details, call (800) 443-2241.

National Carpet Equipment conducts a variety of custom training courses to fit the student’s needs. Hands-on training cover all phases: rug design, carpet carving, sculpting, bas-relief, binding, hand tufting, fiber optic and more. For details, call 245-535-8206.

Laminate/Resilient

Amtico International conducts a Floor Installation Training School. Classes are limited to 14 people per session. For details, call (404) 267-1900.



Domco provides a number of training methods to provide education on installation of all its resilient product offerings. For details, call (800) 227-4662.



Forbo Installation Training includes an Associate and a Master Mechanic curriculum. For further details or to obtain an application, go to www.forboLinoleumNA.com or contact Forbo Technical Services at (800) 342-0604.



The North American Laminate Flooring Association (NALFA), the only trade association dedicated solely to the laminate flooring industry, offers a two-day Installer Certification Class available throughout the year.  The comprehensive training curriculum covers all aspects of a quality laminate installation and will give the attendees the skills necessary to perform installations to high standards and craftsmanship in the field.  To register or for more information, please call (202) 785-9500, visit www.nalfa.com.



nora systems, Inc. offers a 2 1/2-day training seminar at its U.S. headquarters in Lawrence, MA.  The nora Technical Academy provides training in the most recent industry developments.  Attendees learn about the latest installation techniques, industry standards - including new moisture testing methods, equipment and sub-floor preparation, and participate in extensive hands-on training. Contact your local nora representative at 800-332-NORA to register for an upcoming class.



Northern Industries offers a three-day seamless flooring and waterproofing installation course. Course fee of $175 includes hands-on training and certification. For details, call (401) 821-2121.



Pergo, Inc.’s Endorsed 2-Day Training Program includes installation topics and techniques, as well as Pergo provides the training facility, all tools and materials. Classes are limited to six students and are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Call (800) 249-0042 or PEI@pergo.com.



Tarkett Commercial offers a range of installation training opportunities ranging from job start-ups, local area contractor seminars to comprehensive training courses conducted at its training facility in Houston, TX, or at approved field locations. Additional training seminars are available for Inspectors, Specifiers and Estimators. Call (800) 366-2689, ext. 2709, or e-mail TarTech@Tarkett.com.



TOLI International offers a daylong class, titled “Everything You Need to Know About installing TOLI.” For more information, call (888) TRY TOLI (1-888-879-8654).

Multiple Subjects

Crain Cutter Co. conducts complete floor covering installation clinics at distributor locations. For details, contact the distributor listed in your area or Crain Cutter at (408) 946-6100.



Flooring Consultants and Inspection Training Services (FCITS), offers certification classes for Carpet and Hard Surface flooring inspectors. IICRC CEU’s are also available. For information visit www.fcits.org or call (800) 462-2151.



The Floor Covering Institute offers training on resilient and wood flooring installation, floor preparation and moisture testing. Current course offerings include a basic five-day resilient installation school, five-day commercial and advanced classes, as well as classes on floor preparation and wood flooring installation. There will also be one-day seminars covering moisture in concrete and moisture testing. For more information, contact Ray Thompson, rthompson@cablespeed.com, or call (509) 674-1565.



F.I.T.S. (Flooring Inspection Training Services) classes cover manufacturing, installation, maintenance, specifications, claims-handling report writing, communication skills, marketing and more. More information is available online at: www.fits4.org or call Tandy Reeves (888) 440-0699. All classes are accredited for continuing education.



Flooring Technology Institute (FTI) presents a one-day course on field moisture testing and investigations of concrete and other substrate/subfloors. The Moisture Testing and Investigation course is $300. For more information, contact: Claudia@inspectionstoo.com, or www.inspectionstoo.com; (281) 286-5197 (cell) or (281) 286-5197 (office); fax (281) 286-5198; 133 N. Friendswood Dr., Suite 158, Friendswood, TX 77546.



INSTALL (International Standards and Training Alliance) is an alliance of mills, manufacturers, contractors and the floor covering arm of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America. Content includes, but is not limited to, classroom and on-the-job instruction in the theory and practice of proper floor preparation, installation and finishing procedures in all types of floor covering. For more information, visit www.installfloors.org or contact John McGrath, Director, at (215) 582-4108.



The MAPEI Technical Institute offers coursesin three different disciplines: Tile & Stone InstallationSystems (TSIS); Concrete Restoration Systems (CRS); and Floor Covering Installation Systems (FCIS). Participants pay $300 to attend the courses,and then receive a $400 rebate coupon toward thepurchase of MAPEI products. MAPEI provides freelodging and meals during the seminar. For more information on the MTI schedule or other details,please contact Sophia D’Amico at 954-246-8555.



 The Painters and Allied Trades (LMCI) is an industry resource for leadership education, knowledge exchange, and networking to improve the capabilities of the unionized finishing industry’s workforce. For details, visit www.LMCIonline.org or call 1-888-934-6474.

Tile & Stone

Aqua Mix offers the Independent Care & Maintenance Applicator program. The program will offer a wide range of training and techniques to its students. For more information, call (800) 366-6877, ext. 3056, or e-mail mikem@aquamix.net.



The Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) currently has over 30 educational and training courses available covering all facets of tile and the installation process. All methods comply with nationally recognized installation guidelines and will be presented in non-proprietary fashion. Both introductory and advanced courses are available. For more information visit www.tileschool.org or call (864) 222-2131.



The NTCA Training and Education program is administered by Justin Woelfel, Jr., NTCA Director of training and education. The three-day course, called Workshop+, costs $295. Customized courses can be designed for interested parties. The intent is to provide hands-on training opportunities for tile contractors. For details, call Justin Woelfel Jr. at (601) 939-2071.



The National Training Center for Stone & Masonry Trades provides training in all aspects of the stone and tile industry, from design and installation to fabrication and restoration and maintenance. For details, call (404) 834-4800.

Underlayment/Subfloor

Ardex Engineered Cements and the W.W. Henry Company offer installation training for installers, architects, construction managers and other professionals at The Ardex Technical Center in Aliquippa, PA. The comprehensive two-day training seminars combine classroom and hands-on training. To register for a seminar, you must be sponsored by an ARDEX employee. Registration forms, as well as additional course details are available on our website, www.ardex.com. If you have any questions, e-mail info@ardex.com or call (888) 512-7339.



Dependable Floor Products offers two-day training seminars on sub-floor preparation and Dependable products. Training includes classroom instruction and hands-on training with trowelable, moisture treatment, and self-leveling products. For details, call (800) 227-3434.



LATICRETE International offers several seminars designed specifically for distributors, dealers, and others directly involved in the ceramic tile and stone industry. Attendees qualify for AIA/CES Learning Units. For details, call (800) 243-4788, or visit www.LATICRETE.com.

Wood

Armstrong Installation School offers a three-day installation workshop designed for beginning or intermediate installers. For details, call (800) 356-9301, ext. 5376, or visit www.floorexpert.com/installertraining..



Basic Coatings offers the most comprehensive training program in the industry. With subjects ranging from basic product knowledge to advanced finishing, sanding, and installation techniques, Basic training programs are an essential asset for both the novice and the advanced flooring professional alike. Call Kellie Smithson at 1-800-247-5471 ext. 3798 for more information about trainings offered at Basic’s 7,500 sq. ft. training facility and other trainings across the country.



BonaKemi USA Training Team presents a four-day sanding and finishing schools for professional hardwood flooring contractors, floor covering dealers and salespeople.

For more information, contact Betty Jo Hargrave at (303) 923-6632, or bettyjo.hargrave@bona.com.



Clarke American Sanders Sales Institute (CSI) is a detailed 3.5 day course that focuses on product knowledge of the Clarke American Sanders equipment. This is a special class, opened to qualified Clarke American Sanders distributor sales individuals.

For more information, call (479) 750-8433 or visit www.americansanders.com.



Decorative Flooring offers three curriculums (Basic, Specify/Marketing, Custom Installations).

Led by industry veterans, and sponsored by Bostik, Pro-Coat, Powernail Co., and Festool, the courses range from one- to 2-1/2 days. For more information and to reserve your space, call Jim Garth at (877) 229-7720, or visit www.decorativeflooring.com.



NWFA and the Maple Flooring Manufacturers Association (MFMA) jointly sponsor a five-day Wood Flooring School. The course covers installation of both unfinished and factory finished solid strip, engineered, and parquet flooring; sanding and finishing of these products; repair and refinishing; trouble shooting; and other related subjects. For details, call NOFMA at (901) 526-5016 or visit www.nofma.org.



Schluter-Systems offers an Innovation Workshop in Anaheim, CA, at the World Floor Covering Association. This 2-1/2 day course includes classroom discussions and valuable hands-on workshops that will provide attendees with innovative ceramic and stone tile installation systems and methods. For more information and to receive a list of dates and locations, call (800) 472-4588 (USA); (800) 667-8746 (Canada); or visit www.schluter.com