The International Certified Floorcovering Installers Association (CFI) has released its schedule for installation training events for the spring and summer seasons. CFI offers training courses for everyone involved in the flooring industry: installers, estimators, sales associates, inspectors, technical reps, trainers, etc. Their team of professional trainers consists of the most knowledgeable and skillful flooring installers in the industry.
As an added bonus, CFI’s partner in education, the World Floor Covering Association (WFCA) offers trade scholarships up to $500 per member. All CFI Events are covered 100 percent up to your limit.
Customized classes can also be arranged to meet your individual requirements. For more information, call (816) 231-4646 to schedule an event. Following are the courses to be taught this year:
Carpet Courses
Basic and Advanced Carpet Installation
Carpet Installation for the Industry Associate
Direct-Glue Proven Installation Methods
Double-Glue Proven Installation Methods
Stretch-in Proven Installation Methods
Woven Carpet Proven Installation Methods
Stair Upholstery Proven Installation Methods
Laminate Courses
Laminate Flooring Installation
Laminate Flooring for the Industry Associate
Ceramic Courses
Ceramic Tile Installation (partnered with the Ceramic Tile Education Foundation)
Ceramic Installation for the Industry Associate
Finished Hardwood Courses
Finished Hardwood Installation (partnered with Armstrong & the National Wood Flooring Association)
Finished Hardwood for the Industry Associate
Resilient Courses
Resilient Flooring Installation (partnered with Armstrong)
Resilient Flooring for the Industry Associate
Non-installation Courses
Customer Service – “People Skills”
Corrective Procedures for All Flooring Types
Carpet Estimating
Inspecting Installations
Substrate Preparation & Failures to Avoid
In-House Flooring Installation Training
CFI Calendar of Events 2009
April 14-15, 2009
Bolingbrook, Ill.
Mohawk University Training & CFI R I Certification
April 17-18, 2009
Lexington, Ky.
Carpet Installation Training & R I C I Certification,
Advanced Certification also available.
May 6, 2009
Woodbridge, Va.
Hardwood Sales Counselor
May 19-20, 2009
Kent, Wash.
Mohawk University Training & CFI R I Certification
June 9-10, 2009
Coppell, Texas
Mohawk University Training & CFI R I Certification
June 9-10, 2009
Charlottesville, Va.
Carpet Estimating Course
August 18-19, 2009
Waukesha, Wis.
Mohawk University Training & CFI R I Certification
