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Register for our Certification Courses
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This 6-day course provides the classroom learning and hands-on training to become a CSIA certified sweep (CCS). Becoming a certified sweep demonstrates expertise and professionalism, giving you a competitive edge in the market.
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4-T, 4-C&S, 4-H&S, 4-C&L
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This live, one-day review covers content in the Chimney and Venting Essentials Manual, assisting candidates in completing the CSIA Certified Chimney Sweep exam to become a CSIA Certified Sweep (CCS). Becoming a certified sweep demonstrates expertise and professionalism, giving you a competitive edge in the market.
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1.5-T, 1.5-C&S, 1.5-C&L, 1.5-H&S
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This completely online, self-paced review on SureFire covers content in the Chimney and Venting Essentials Manual, assisting candidates in completing the CSIA Certified Chimney Sweep exam to become a Certified Chimney Sweep (CCS). Becoming a certified sweep demonstrates expertise and professionalism, giving you a competitive edge in the market.
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1.0-T, 1.0-C&S, 1.0-H&S, 1.0-C&L, 1.0-B
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This live, 1-day review covers content in the Certified Dryer Exhaust Technician’s Manual, assisting candidates in completing the CSIA CDET exam exam to become a CSIA Certified Dryer Exhaust Technician. Becoming a certified dryer tech demonstrates expertise and professionalism, giving you a competitive edge in the market.
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2-T, 1.25-C&S 1.25-H&S 1.75-C&L (6.25 CEUs)
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This completely online, self-paced review on SureFire covers content in the Certified Dryer Exhaust Technician’s Manual, assisting candidates in completing the CSIA CDET exam to become a Certified Dryer Technician. Becoming a certified dryer tech demonstrates expertise and professionalism, giving you a competitive edge in the market.
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2.5-T, .5-C&S 1-H&S .5-C&L .5-B (5 CEUs)
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This 3-day course provides the classroom learning and hands-on training needed to become a CSIA-certified dryer exhaust technician. Becoming a certified dryer tech demonstrates expertise and professionalism, giving you a competitive edge in the market.
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8-T, 8-C&S
Register for our Specialized Courses
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This course is geared towards learning and developing a basic masonry skill set. It will begin each day with a small amount of classroom time, but most of the day will be spent learning masonry skills and building various projects.
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9-T, 3-C&S, 2-H&S, 2-C&L
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This 5-day course combines morning classroom theory with hands-on projects, covering skills such as bricklaying, chimney construction, and repair techniques. Designed to provide basic knowledge and practical skills, the class includes one-on-one time with instructors with 35+ years of masterful experience.
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12-T, 2-C&S, 2-H&S
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This 6-day course begins with repairing existing fireboxes and smoke chambers. However, the bulk of the class will be building a firebox and smoke chamber, layout and building a brick face with an arched opening and a hearth extension. Participants will build the firebrick PriorFire. This is a very intensive advanced class that will help you take your skills to the higher level.
Prerequisites: Past attendance of the 5-Day Masonry Class or previous masonry experience is required.
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7-T, 2.5-C&S, 2.5-H&S, 4-B
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When installing wood burning appliances, you need to know what chimney is required. CSIA is now offering a hands-on class that will help you understand how a factory-built chimney is installed. We will cover new installations, including all the components needed for wall pass through and ceiling applications.
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10-T, 2-C&S
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Many of the existing stock factory built fireplaces are in need of replacement. This provides a profitable opportunity for many companies. This class gives students the opportunity to both learn in the classroom and practice their skills on the CSIA Technology Center. We utilize the Prior Structure, which contains a factory built fireplace with every defect we could think to sharpen your inspection skills. You will have the hands-on experience of removing an old fireplace and replacing it with a new unit while utilizing various finish techniques.
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6-T, 4-C&S, 3-C&L, 3-H&S
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Ready to level up your skills beyond sweeping and inspections? CSIA’s Carpentry & Chase/Cricket workshops put the tools in your hands and the know-how in your back pocket. From framing factory-built fireplaces to tackling drywall, siding, chases, and crickets, you’ll get hands-on training that makes you more versatile—and more valuable. Walk away with practical skills you can use right away to boost your business and set yourself apart in the chimney and hearth industry.
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6-T, 6-H&S
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This course features a combination of classroom and hands-on activities. The hands-on learning will go into detail on installing liners for fireplaces, freestanding appliances, and inserts. Learn what you should and should not do while installing liners to those appliances based on the manufacturer’s installation instructions, and codes and standards.
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6-T, 4-C&S, 3-C&L, 3-H&S
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A two-day Ropes on Roof and Competent Person Fall Protection class.
*Must be 18 years or older to attend.
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9-H&S, 3-C&S
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This two-day course offers hands-on training in the assembly, disassembly, and safe use of mason scaffolding for chimney access. Participants will build and dismantle scaffolding while learning its practical applications, limitations, and key safety considerations to minimize risk. This course is ideal for those seeking real-world experience in scaffold setup for residential chimney work.
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6-T, 6-H&S
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This 2-day course covers proper planning and installation techniques for gas hearth appliances. All major gas hearth appliances will be covered, including fireplaces, gas log sets, inserts, and freestanding stoves. We will also discuss venting methods such as conventional type B vent, direct vent, liner systems, and vent free.
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10-T, 1-C&S, 1-H&S
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In this three-day hands-on class, we delve into the components and operating principles of gas hearth appliances. There will be demonstrations of various systems at work. Students will learn to use testing equipment and practice testing protocols to efficiently diagnose and repair malfunctioning gas hearth appliances. This class will give the student confidence to service manual, automatic, and electronic gas systems based on a thorough understanding of system operation.
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12-T, 4-C&S
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Understanding the needs of customers and staff can be very challenging. CSIA is offering a two-day customer service course that will jumpstart any representative and help them better understand how to answer questions both internally and externally. This course is designed to improve communication, learn the importance of conflict resolution, and further their knowledge of fireplaces and appliances to provide better service within the chimney and hearth industry. There will be a combination of lecture presentations, hands-on activities, and role-playing scenarios. This course will provide a well-rounded educational experience for you to share with the rest of your team.
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2-T, 4-C&L, 6-B
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In this class, we will delve into the science behind how and why flue gases exit chimneys. Topics will include system design, common house-related factors that negatively impact venting, external influences, and solutions to venting challenges.
This course aims to clarify the connection between the pressures within a chimney that generate "Draft and Flow" and how they are influenced by the pressures inside the house and the external atmosphere. We will explore the house as a system, focusing on how and why air moves in and out of the building envelope.
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3-T, 3-C&S
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This highly recommended course provides essential safety and operational training for Mobile Elevated Work Platforms (MEWP) and warehouse forklifts. Participants will receive both classroom instruction and hands-on training, with certifications issued upon successful completion.
MEWP training
Fall protection training for MEWP equipment
Warehouse forklift training
45 mins.-1 hr. of classroom instruction
2-3 hours of hands-on training, depending on class size
Certification issued same day and valid for three years
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This two-day Ropes on Roof & Competent Person Fall
Protection class will cover the following topics
Introduction to Fall Protection
Fall Protection Equipment
All About Rope & Knots
Webbing & Carabiners
Line Placement Methods
Anchoring - Single & Load Sharing Anchors
Harnesses, Ascenders & Descenders Working on Pitched Roofs
Suspension Trauma, Self-Rescue & Assisted Rescue
Fall Protection Hazard Survey
OSHA Fall Protection Requirements & Fall Protection Program
Gear Inspection & Maintenance
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9-H&S, 3-C&S (12 CEUs total)