What does it mean to be IICRC certified? To be IICRC certified means to work under the IICRC’s regulations. These regulations cover inspecting, cleaning, and restoring properties through knowledge and technical expertise. The organization enforces its technicians to take a career path in IICRC training and education.
About the IICRC
Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Certification, shortened as IICRC, is a non-profit organization aiming to enhance the cleaning and restoration industry. The world sees IICRC organizations as the standard bearers of cleaning and restoration service. The organization, formally called the International Institute of Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning Inc., or IICUC, was established in 1972. The organization has over 6,000 certified firms in different countries around the globe.
Becoming IICRC certified requires rigorous training and the ability to complete the examination. Afterward, an individual can be considered to be IICRC certified and able to uphold the organization’s principles, excellence, integrity, and expertise in cleaning and restoration services.
Furthermore, many customers see IICRC certification as a top standard for cleaning and restoring properties. Customers assume IICRC-certified organizations have the skills and training to raise the cleaning and restoration bar worldwide.
How to become IICRC certified?
The process requires an individual or organization to go through certification classes and come out successful in the examination. The exam tests your knowledge of cleaning and restoration gained during the training. Successful individuals will get a message including a certificate, patch, and wallet card from the IICRC. Some courses do not require experience in the field before the training, like WRT (Water Restoration Technician). However, some classes may require the experiences gained from other IICRC classes offered as a prerequisite. For example, students must understand the WRT course before attempting the AMRT (Applied Microbial Remediation Technician). Furthermore, the WRT knowledge is a basis for studying the IICRC ASD (Applied Structural Dying). However, some training centers offer a combination of WRT and ASD in the same course to graduate with both certifications.
How long does IICRC certification last?
Technicians pay a renewal fee each year to renew the IICRC certificate. The consistent renewal earns the technician 14 Continuing Education Credits every four years to keep the certificate active. However, some certifications may require more than 14 CECs every four years to remain active. The IICRC will alert you yearly on the requirement to renew your certificate.
What is an IICRC master designation?
The highest education qualification in the cleaning and restoration industry is the IICRC Master designation. The certification contains many benefits, such as the IICRC global locator, demonstration of quality education and experience, and makes you a member of an exclusive group in the industry. The Master designations are Master Water Restorer, Master Restorer, and Master Textile Cleaner. However, you must have completed certain certification courses with three years of experience in the restoration industry to qualify for the Master designation.
Which IICRC certifications should I earn?
The industry offers different choices depending on what you desire. If you’re taking a water damage restoration path, you’ll need the WRT and ASD courses. Students will take the AMRT classes for mold remediation. Those for content processing take the CPT class; fire and smoke restoration takes the FSRT classes. There are numerous IICRC courses to further your career in cleaning and restoration services.
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