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The five-week residential carpet course is a comprehensive overview of basic residential carpet installation beginning with how to approach a customer’s door and ending with how to leave the job site. CFI has partnered with local retailers and builders to provide students with on-the-job training. This valuable training will provide students with the ability and […]
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
The Flooring Installation Technician Technical Certificate of Credit provides instruction in the principles and practices of installing resilient, hardwood, tile, and carpet flooring. The program gives an overview of the flooring installation industry and prepares students for employment in a variety of installation positions within the field. Learning opportunities in the program introduce, develop and […]
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 […]
Foundations 100-Level Introduction to Ceramic Tile: History and Overview of the Trade. 1 day/8 hour course.
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
