The UKFA Carpet & Vinyl Fitting CoursesAre designed to offer instruction in the art of installation, these intensive courses enable the trainee to develop knowledge and skills to a professional fitter level in a short space of time. On completion of a course students will be awarded a
Certificate of Competence issued by the
UKFA. The courses are held over a three, five or seven day period and start
Every Monday. On completion of a course, the UKFA will be happy to supply training references on request .
Practical TrainingHands-on practical experience will be gained under the guidance of experienced floor-layers. Trainees will be able to practise fitting techniques using a range of specialist tools, carpets, vinyl and accessories. Informal lectures are supported by state-of-the-art presentation slides. Organised to cater for small groups or single trainees, every trainee will gain the full benefit of the tutor’s experience.
FREE Training Manual The
UKFA manual has been prepared using the accumulated knowledge of both experienced floor-layers and training instructors. The manual covers residential carpet & vinyl installation from preparation to completion. And is an ideal reference tool for use after completion of the course.
Why choose the UKFA?Small course numbers ensure that you receive comprehensive instruction- More than 900 carpet shops and fitters from across the UK have been certified by the UK Flooring Academy
- Our instructors have a minimum of 30 years’ experience in the flooring trade and have City & Guilds qualifications in teaching.
- We are personally committed to ensuring that you receive the best training possible
- On top of hands-on training, you will receive a UKFA certificate, a comprehensive training manual which can be used as a reference guide after the course and unlimited post-course telephone support!
Three Day Basic Carpet Fitting Course -
£385 - Specialist Tools Estimating and Planning Basics
- Over view Sub Floor Preparation — Wood / Concrete
- Installation of Gripper and Accessories
- Types & Installation of Underlay: Rubber, Foam, Felt
- Carpet Types & Construction, Customer Service Tips
- Installation of Carpets - Woven, Secondary & Felt Backs
- Straight Stairs & Bull-nose
- Avoiding Common Problems and Tricks of the Trade
- Heat Seams, Cold Seams Guided Hands on Experience
- Taught in Accordance with British Standard 5325
Starts EVERY Monday excluding Christmas and New Year Two Day Advanced Carpet Fitting Course -
£275 - Double Stick & Single Stick Contract Carpets
- Winding / Open Plan Stairs
- Installation of Stairrods, Carpet Binding
- Planning & Installation of Carpet Tiles
Starts EVERY Thursday excluding Christmas and New Year * Note candidates must first complete the basic courseFive Day Carpet Fitting Package, Save £70 -
£590- Basic and Advanced courses
(1-2-1 tuition) -
POATwo Day Domestic Vinyl Fitting -
£285- Sub Floor Preparation, Wood, Concrete, floor levelling.
- Moisture testing, Planning and Estimating Tricks of the trade
- Vinyl cutters and Trimmers
- Seams & Cold Weld Techniques
Starts EVERY Saturday excluding Christmas and New Year Seven Day Fitting Package, Save £150 -
£795- Basic, Advanced and Vinyl Courses
(1-2-1 tuition) -
POATHE UK FLOORING ACADEMY LIMITED
Unit 1, Higgs Hill Buildings, Tatenhill Common
Rangemore, Burton upon Trent, Staffs, DE13 9RS
Phone: 01283 711428
E-mail:
training@uk-flooring-academy.co.uk
