Certifications

In this age of increased competition, customers are seeking credentials that recognize knowledge and experience

These are some of the certifications available for flooring professionals / listed by type:

Carpet

Carpet Installation Certification & Training – offered by Certified Flooring Installers (CFI)

Ceramic Tile

Education & Training for Ceramic Tile – offered by Tile Council of North America (TCNA)

Ceramic Tile Installation Certification & Training – offered by Certified Flooring Installers (CFI)

Cleaning & Restoration

Carpet Cleaning & Restoration Certification  – offered by Institute of Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Certification (IICRC)

Concrete

Education, Training & Certification for Concrete Contractors, Suppliers, Testing, etc. – offered by American Concrete Institute (ACI)

Hardwood

Hardwood/Laminate Installation Certification & Training – offered by Certified Flooring Installers (CFI)

Hardwood Training, Testing & Certification – offered by National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA)

Inspection

Carpet Inspection Certification – offered by Institute of Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Certification (IICRC)

Ceramic Tile Inspection Training  –  offered by Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF)

Education, Training & Certification for Concrete Repair and Testing Professionals (includes concrete-slab moisture testing as required by all floor covering manufacturers) – offered by International Concrete Repair Institute (ICRI)

Training & Certification for Floor Covering Inspectors – offered by Floor Consultants and Inspection Training Services (FCITS)

Comprehensive Ceramic Tile Installation Test  – offered by Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF)

Floor Covering Installers – all types

Training, Education & Safety for Flooring Installers –offered by Floor Covering Installation Contractors Association (FCICA)

Resilient

Resilient Installation Certification & Training – offered by Certified Flooring Installers (CFI)