CSIA® Center for Education, Research & TrainingWelcome to the CSIA Upcoming Courses page! Here, you will find an overview of all our available classes, each with a brief description and a link to their respective upcoming classes. Browse through the course options, learn more about what each class offers, and register for the dates that best fit your schedule.
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CSIA® National Training Academy (CNTA)
Learn More Objectives:
4-T, 4-C&S, 4-C&L, 4-H&S (16 CEUs Total) |
Certified Dryer Exhaust Technician (CDET®)
Learn More Objectives:
4-T, 4-C&S, 4-C&L, 4-H&S (16 CEUs Total) |
CSIA MASONRY
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Certification ClassesCSIA® National Training Academy (CNTA)
Course Overview: This 6-day course combines classroom and hands-on training at the Chimney Safety Institute of America: Center for Education, Research & Training. The classroom time is dedicated to developing a working knowledge of the terminology, theory, tools, and systems of the chimney service trade. Hands-on training provides you with an opportunity to practice using the tools of the trade and become familiar with different chimney systems.
CSIA® National Training Academy - April 7 - 12, 2025 CSIA® National Training Academy - May 12 - 17, 2025 CSIA® National Training Academy - July 14 - 19 , 2025 CSIA® National Training Academy - August 4 - 9, 2025 CSIA® National Training Academy - September 8 - 13, 2025 CSIA® National Training Academy - October 6 - 11, 2025 Offsite CNTA Classes
Course Overview: This 6-day course combines classroom and hands-on training at the Chimney Safety Institute of America: Center for Education, Research & Training. The classroom time is dedicated to developing a working knowledge of the terminology, theory, tools, and systems of the chimney service trade. Hands-on training provides you with an opportunity to practice using the tools of the trade and become familiar with different chimney systems. CSIA CDET® Review/Exams
Course Overview: During the 3-day CSIA Certified Dryer Exhaust Technician® workshop, held at the Chimney Safety Institute of America: Center for Education, Research & Training, our students receive valuable hands-on training and the skills necessary to address unexpected challenges when they arise on the job.
CCS® Review/Exams
Course Overview: The CCS Review & Exam is designed to allow candidates the opportunity to review the content covered in the Chimney & Venting Essentials Manual, to assist them in successfully completing the Certified Chimney Sweep exam. Review/Exam (Main Campus) CSIA CEU Recertification - March 1 - March 31 HPBExpo: CSIA® CCS Review & Exam (New Orleans, LA) - March 26, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST CSIA® Certified Chimney Sweep® Review and Exam - June 17, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST MACA: CSIA® CCS Review & Exam (Richmond, VA) - June 23, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST Online Proctored Exams
CSIA CDET® Workshop/Exams
Ashley Eldridge Scholarship Application
Military Benefits CSIA Anti-Discrimination and Diversity Statement CSIA Attendance Policy CSIA Refund Policy CSIA Class Enrollment Contingency and Travel Adjustment Policy * All Dates and Locations subject to change
* * CERT = Center for Education, Research & Training (Plainfield, IN Main Campus) * * CCS = CSIA® Certified Chimney Sweep® * * CDET = CSIA® Certified Dryer Exhaust Technician® * * CNTA = CSIA® National Training Academy |
More Upcoming Classes 20253-Day Masonry Repair for Chimney Professionals
Course Overview: This course is geared toward 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. Why Sweeps Attend: Sweeps are routinely in contact with deteriorated chimney tops and other masonry structures during daily work appointments. There are a great number of potential masonry repair jobs available to be done. Most masonry contractors are not interested in such small projects. This opens the door to adding a very profitable service to a sweep company, with an almost limitless supply of potential masonry repair projects available. There is usually limited competition for this type of work. Location: Finksburg, MD MACA: 3-Day Masonry Repair for Chimney Professionals (Finksburg, MD) - March 31 - April 2, 2025 CSIA® Masonry School
Course Overview: This is an intensive 5-day class combining a short period of classroom theory each morning, and hands-on projects relating to the theory lessons. The course is geared to provide the student with basic knowledge and the skills necessary to perform a variety of chimney-related masonry tasks that will be beneficial and profitable for a sweeping company. There will be ample one-on-one time with the instructors to allow everyone to proceed as their progress allows. Location: Richmond, IN CSIA® Masonry School - July 7 - 11, 2025 Advanced Fireplace Building Class
Course Overview: The week 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 be building the firebrick PriorFire. This is a very intensive advanced class that will help you take your skills to a higher level. Location: Richmond, IN CSIA® 6-Day Advanced Fireplace Building - Richmond, IN - February 24 - March 1, 2025 CSIA® Factory Built Change-Out
Course Overview: Many of the existing stock of 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 hands on at the CSIA Center for Education, Research & Training (CERT). 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. Location: Main Campus CSIA® Factory Built Change-Out - June 23 - 24, 2025 Carpentry, Chase & Crickets
Course Overview: Working in the chimney and hearth industry you will have to understand a wide range of skills to become a successful business. One of those skills is carpentry. CSIA is hosting a hands-on basic carpentry workshop where we will go through proper terminology, minor repairs on things like drywall, installing vinyl siding, or how to frame something properly such as factory-built fireplaces, or wall pass-throughs. This can all be done by proper instruction and the use of the correct tools. Location: Valley Park, MO CSIA® Carpentry, Chase, and Crickets (Valley Park, MO) - May 12 - 14, 2025 CSIA® Factory Built Chimney Install
Course Overview: CSIA CEUs Awarded: 10-T, 2-C&S (12 CEUs Total) 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. This course is scheduled with the Carpentry Chase & Cricket class so you can get the full experience from start to finish on installing factory-built chimneys, chasing them in, including constructing the cricket. While the CCC class is not a prerequisite, you can make the most of your travel expenses by joining us for this informative class on installing factory-built chimneys (and earn more CEUs!). Lunch is provided each day. CSIA® Factory Built Chimney Install (Valley Park, MO) - May 15 - 16, 2025 CSIA® Hands-On Gas Training
Course Overview: In this 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. CSIA® Hands-On Gas (Plainfield, IN) - June 4 - 6, 2025 NFI Gas Training
NFI Gas Training Course Overview: 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. Included in the class are:
June 2 - 3, 2025 CSIA® Hands-On Reline
Course Overview: This course will feature 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 these appliances based on the manufacturer's installation instructions, and codes and standards. Location: Main Campus CSIA® Hands-On Reline (Manchester, NH) - June 25 - 27, 2025 Success Starts with CSR's
Course Overview: Understanding the needs of customers and staff can be very challenging. CSIA is offering a 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! Location: Main Campus CSIA® Chimney Science
Course Overview: In this class, we will explore the science of why flue gases exit chimneys. We will cover things like system design, house issues that affect our products negatively, external factors, and solutions to venting problems. The goal of this class is to explain the relationship between the pressures inside a chimney which create “Draft and Flow” and how they are affected by the pressures inside the house and the outside atmosphere. A house functions as a system and in this class, we will explore how and why air flows in and out of the building envelope. Ropes/Roof Access
*Space is very limited, so don't delay! The class size limit is 12 **Minimum Age Requirement: 18 Course Overview: 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 Location: Main Campus CSIA® Ropes/Roof Access - April 14 - 15, 2025 CSIA® Ropes/Roof Access - June 9 - 10, 2025 Scaffolding Considerations for the Chimney Contractor
CSIA CEUs Awarded: 6-T, 6-H&S (12 CEUs Total) Class Overview: 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. Lunch is provided each day. April 16, 9:00 AM - April 17, 4:00 PM EST OSHA 10 Safety Training for Chimney Service Technicians
Course Overview: Having an understanding of the safety rules is the first step toward improving your company's safety culture. This course is designed to fulfill the requirements of an OSHA 10 class and cover the topics most relevant to chimney service technicians. Location: Main Campus Comprehensive Chimney Inspections
Course Overview: CSIA'S new PROFESSIONAL CHIMNEY INSPECTION CLASS is up to date with the newest information presented by CSIA Certified Chimney Sweeps® who are experts in the inspection arena. With the newest training, CSIA® is raising the bar for education above all others. This class will take you through the Inspection Process - through factual and material-based content and design. This course will provide a complete overview of the anatomy of a fireplace, chimney, and up-to-date standard of care referencing the NFPA 211, and the importance of a thorough and factually-based inspection along with thorough and up-to-date documentation processes to ensure appliances and chimneys are clear for use by the client. Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED
Course Overview: The Heartsaver course is taught in a blended learning format. Students must complete the online portion, followed by the hands-on skills session conducted by a certified Instructor. Students who successfully complete the online course and in-person skills session will receive a Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED Course Completion card, valid for two years. Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED provides students with the highest quality training in the lifesaving skills of first aid, CPR, and the use of an AED. This course empowers students to act with confidence in the event of an emergency at work, at home, or in the community. This is a comprehensive course path designed for those requiring training to meet OSHA or other regulatory agency requirements. Location: Main Campus Fireplace & Vent Basics For Realtors® - VIRTUAL
Course Overview: Realtors® will learn the basics of a fireplace, fireplace inspections, construction, maintenance, and venting. The fireplace and dryer venting system are appliances that should be maintained and inspected on an annual basis to ensure proper functioning and safety. OUTCOMES:
CSIA® Sizing Liners For Solid & Liquids- VIRTUAL
Course Overview: In this course, we will be going through methods to properly size liners for solid-fuel fireplaces, gas appliances, and oil-burning appliances. During this class we will look at firebox ratios and how they determine the correct size liner. We will go over different codes that apply to relining gas and oil appliances by themselves and manifolded together. This course will help you understand why sizing liners is so important to performance and safety. Location: Online |
