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CTEF improves two core tile installation training programs

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—The Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) has improved two core tile installation training programs : Understanding and Installing Ceramic Tile and Comprehensive Shower Class. It is also designed for the salesperson, technical service representative or any other individual seeking a basic working knowledge of ceramic tile.

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NTCA unveils training event schedule for September

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The National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) has announced a robust fall training schedule, beginning with 13, three-hour workshops; four full-day regional training events; and a pair of two-day Art Glass Panel training events in September. Click here for more information on the NTCA regional training events.

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NTCA expands training initiative for 2024

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—The National Tile Contractors Association ( NTCA ) trainers will be touring nine states, offering 17 free, standards-based workshops and eight free regional trainings this year—nearly double the number provided in 2023. Regional trainings will be held in: Ariz., Workshops will be held in: Calif., Workshops will be held in: Calif.,

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Sika, Merkrete conduct training at CTEF

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—Technical sales teams from Sika and Merkrete were on hand at at the Ceramic Tile Education Foundation’s (CTEF) headquarters recently to conduct tile-setting training. The post Sika, Merkrete conduct training at CTEF appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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Industry promotes online training initiatives

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It’s no secret that retail training is critical to maintaining a competitive advantage in flooring. That certainly holds true during heady economic times but especially now when face-to-face training opportunities may be difficult to execute. Following is an overview of the various alternative training initiatives the industry offers.

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Retailers React: How are you training/recruiting new installers?

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This week, we asked: How are you training/recruiting new installers? Here are their responses: “We are training new installers by finding younger guys who are energetic to work. “Most of our new installers are trained through the local INSTALL training center. appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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On3 aims to advance industry training, education

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On3 offers micro-training modules that are said to help increase retention and ease trainee downtime. By Megan Salzano-Birch—For the construction and building industry , education and training have been areas of contention for years. That is where On3, a new mobile-first education and training platform, hopes to step in—and step up.