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Part-3 of Hands-on Classroom Training is following a minimum of 8 weeks of on-the-job training in the field as well as completion of Part-1 and Part-2 of hands-on classroom Training. In this final phase of training students will get even more in-depth training on the Installation of Carpet and LVP. Students will continue refining many […]
This course focuses on properly installing a conventional water in/water out shower pan. This includes common mistakes and causes of tile installation failure. Attendees will individually construct their own traditional-type shower base and curb out of mortar, while following industry-accepted methods and requirements for waterproofing tile showers. The instructor will provide an overview of alternative […]
This 4-1/2 day course provides basic instruction of the TCNA Handbook and ANSI specifications along with actual hands-on experience in installing tile. It is ideal for someone who is seeking an entry level installer position with a tile contractor. It is also designed for the salesperson, technical service representative, or any other individual seeking a basic working knowledge […]
Tuesday, May 14, 2024 8:00 AM - Friday, May 17, 2024 5:00 PM EST City Floor Supply 555 E Church Rd King of Prussia, PA 19406 Course Prerequisites: 1 year of Sand & Finish experience OR attendance at Basic Sand & Finish School Course Description: A 3-day in-person intermediate level course for those with wood flooring experience. Includes […]
Tuesday, May 14, 2024 8:00 AM - Friday, May 17, 2024 5:00 PM CST Middle TN Lumber Co. 230 Salem Road Claksville, Tennessee 37040 Course Prerequisites: 1 year of installation experience OR attendance at Basic Installation School. Course Description: This 3-day course includes in depth training on jobsite preparation, layout, understanding the science of wood, analysis of solid […]
This course focuses on properly installing a conventional water in/water out shower pan. This includes common mistakes and causes of tile installation failure. Attendees will individually construct their own traditional-type shower base and curb out of mortar, while following industry-accepted methods and requirements for waterproofing tile showers. The instructor will provide an overview of alternative […]
Tuesday, May 21, 2024 8:00 AM - Friday, May 24, 2024 5:00 PM CST National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) 14 Research Park Dr. St. Charles, MO 63304 Course Prerequisites: 1 year of Sand & Finish experience OR attendance at Basic Sand & Finish School Course Description: A 3-day in-person intermediate level course for those with wood flooring experience. […]
Prerequisites: No experience necessary. A 4-day introductory level hands-on training course for anyone who is new to the wood flooring industry. Provides a broad overview of the wood flooring industry by combining the Basic Install with the Basic Sand & Finish courses. The curriculum includes a history of wood floors, understanding wood, an intro to […]
Tuesday, June 4, 2024 8:00 AM - Friday, June 7, 2024 5:00 PM EST Basic Coatings 400 Van Camp Rd Bowling Green, OH 43402 Course Prerequisites: 1 year of Sand & Finish experience OR attendance at Basic Sand & Finish School Course Description: A 3-day in-person intermediate level course for those with wood flooring experience. Includes in-depth training […]
Prerequisites: No experience necessary. A 4-day introductory level hands-on training course for anyone who is new to the wood flooring industry. Provides a broad overview of the wood flooring industry by combining the Basic Install with the Basic Sand & Finish courses. The curriculum includes a history of wood floors, understanding wood, an intro to […]
This initial 2-week course is designed to fast track an individual from being a burden slowing down installer production to being a great assistant to any installation team. Students will learn to properly identify and properly use tools for Carpet, wood and LVP installation. They will perform hands-on installation techniques for carpet installation such as; […]
Tuesday, June 25, 2024 8:00 AM - Friday, June 28, 2024 5:00 PM CST Middle TN Lumber Co. 230 Salem Road Clarksville, TN 37040 Course Prerequisites: 1 year of Sand & Finish experience OR attendance at Basic Sand & Finish School Course Description: A 3-day in-person intermediate level course for those with wood flooring experience. Includes in-depth training […]
