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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 […]
The one-week residential engineered wood, laminate and LVP course is an introductory overview of basic, hands-on, pre-finished, engineered hardwood installation as well as laminate and floating LVP
Designed for installers starting a career in installation or looking to add a new flooring to their repertoire. The two-week CFI Residential Carpet course is a basic overview of basic residential carpet installation. CFI has partnered with local retailers and builders to allow students on the-job experience. Graduates will take away the ability and confidence […]
This course introduces students to the flooring installation industry and covers the skills needed to perform carpet installations. Topics covered include carpet installation tools, proper use of tools, installation of tack strips and cushions, measuring and estimating, identifying, cutting, and seaming of various types of carpet materials. Real world lab environments are utilized to reinforce […]
This course introduces students to the flooring installation industry and covers the skills needed to perform carpet installations. Topics covered include carpet installation tools, proper use of tools, installation of tack strips and cushions, measuring and estimating, identifying, cutting, and seaming of various types of carpet materials. Real world lab environments are utilized to reinforce […]
The 100 Level Foundations Series is a one-week program for Apprentices and Finishers. It covers in-depth the components of year one for a ceramic tile tradesperson and includes the following three components. Dividing the content into focused studies will allow the student to focus on the exact information he or she may need in a shorter amount of […]
Foundations 100-Level Introduction to Ceramic Tile: History and Overview of the Trade. 1 day/8 hour course.
The two-week residential resilient course is an introductory overview of basic, hands-on, resilient installation. Topics Covered: Jobsite Safety Measuring Product Knowledge Intro to Tools Job-site Qualification Substrate Preparation Trammel Points Proper Installation Techniques Proper Application of Adhesives Common Repairs Transitions Finish Trim
Part I of the 102-103 Series: Foundations 100-Level Ceramic Tile Finishing: Grouting, Cleaning, and Membranes. Advanced Finishing: Troweling, Measuring, Cutting, and Repairing. Time: 102: Ceramic Tile Finishing- 2 days/16 hours
Part II of the 102-103 Series: Foundations 100-Level Ceramic Tile Finishing: Grouting, Cleaning, and Membranes. Advanced Finishing: Troweling, Measuring, Cutting, and Repairing. Time: 103: Advanced Finishing- 2 days/8 hours
Designed for installers starting a career in installation or looking to add a new flooring to their repertoire. The two-week CFI Residential Carpet course is a basic overview of basic residential carpet installation. CFI has partnered with local retailers and builders to allow students on the-job experience. Graduates will take away the ability and confidence […]
The 100 Level Foundations Series is a one-week program for Apprentices and Finishers. It covers in-depth the components of year one for a ceramic tile tradesperson and includes the following three components. Dividing the content into focused studies will allow the student to focus on the exact information he or she may need in a shorter amount of […]
