Professional Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning
Two-Part Hands On & Theory Course
This two-part entry level training course is for both newcomers to the cleaning industry and experienced professionals.
Learn from impartial training on a wide spectrum of carpet and soft furnishing cleaning equipment and techniques.
Programme Schedule
Day 1
Hands On Introduction
9:00am – 5:00pm
- Carpet cleaning machines
- Chemical solutions
- Wands and wand techniques
- Pre-clean process
- Identifying soil types
- Hot Water Extraction (HWE) equipment and operation
- Various cleaning methods
- The use of rotaries including bonnet encapsulation
- Understanding deodorizers and protectors
- Best practices for cleaning carpet & carpet tiles
- Effective upholstery cleaning
- Hand tools and their uses
- Tools and accessories on the market
A basic overview of:
- Fibre construction
- Introduction to PH
- Stain removal and identification
(Covered in greater depth on days 2 and 3)
Day 2
Carpet Cleaning
9:00am – 5:00pm
- Client and survey approach
- Fibres and construction
- Equipment and application
- Dry soil extraction
- Spotting theory
- Plant cleaning
- Question time
Day 3
Upholstery Cleaning and Exam
9:00am – 4:30pm
- Client and survey approach
- Construction and fillers
- Fabrics
- Dry soil removal
- Equipment and application
- Approach to stain removal
- Discussion time
- Multiple choice examination
Course Tutors
Paul Pearce (NCCA Technical Director)
Prices
Standard Rate: £490 + VAT
The standard rate includes all three days, recommended for new start-ups and eligibility for membership with the NCCA. Successful completion of this course, or equivalent accepted training, and the accompanying exam will allow delegates to apply for membership of the NCCA.
Current members have the option to send technicians on all three days or the two day program without the hands on introduction. Please contact the office directly to arrange.
Each trainee will receive the NCCA’s extensive Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Manual to keep.
August 4 – 6:
Prochem Europe
122 Oakcroft Road, Chessington, KT9 1RH
TBC:
Museum of Carpet,
Stour Vale Mill, Green St, Kidderminster, DY10 1AZ
TBC:
Amtech UK,
2, Sovereign Business Park, Albert Dr, Burgess Hill, RH15 9TY
FAQs
I am completely new to the industry, is this course right for me?
Absolutely! We find that over 75% of course attendees are completely new starters.
How much is the course?
The standard course fee is £490 + VAT. This includes three days training, course materials, lunch & refreshments and the exam.
The standard non-member rate is for all new starters and prospective membership applicants. Registered members are eligible for a discount for employees and/or new technicians.
Where can I find the nearest accommodation?
There is ample accommodation in the vicinity of the training centre. For training held in Leicester, we have done a basic search for Hotels near LE4 1EZ (please note, other options are available through independent searches).
Am I a member as soon as I finish the course?
No. Following successful completion of the course and exam, you will be invited to join the Association. You must apply for membership and have your application approved by the NCCA membership committee. Visit our dedicated membership page for more information.
Can I use the NCCA logo once I've completed the course?
The NCCA name & logo is trademark registered, which means only NCCA members are entitled to use it to promote themselves. You are not permitted to advertise using ‘NCCA trained’, ‘NCCA approved’ or use the NCCA logo unless you become a fully registered member.
Misuse of the name or logo by non-members is in breach of Consumer Protection legislation and will be reported to Trading Standards for prosecution.
Is membership included in the course fee?
No membership is not included within the course fee. Following successful completion of the course & exam, you will receive an email with your exam results and details about how to apply. The standard annual membership fee is currently £240 + VAT. Further details and payment options are provided once your application is approved.
What happens if I fail the exam?
Don’t worry, we understand that there may be a lot of information to digest over three days. If you are unsuccessful in the exam, we will email you a follow-up exam paper which can be completed at your home or place or work. This is all included in the course fee.
Can you recommend machines & chemicals?
The course provides impartial training on a wide spectrum of carpet and soft furnishing cleaning equipment and techniques. The Association works closely with a number of reputable manufacturers and suppliers in the industry, which can be found here.
Is training held at the NCCA office?
The training course is not held at the NCCA office in Oadby. Training course venue addresses are available under the ‘Venue’ section above and your booking confirmation emails.
Is there parking at the training centre?
Free parking is available at most training venues, however this may be limited. Please refer to the important information section of your booking email for furhter information.
To book onto this course please choose a date from the right hand sidebar >>
Venue
NOTE: Training is held at the specified venue, not the NCCA office.
August:
Chessington,
KT9 1RH
TBC:
Kidderminster,
DY10 1AZ
TBC:
Burgess Hill,
RH15 9TY
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A list of all available dates are below.
Aug 04