IICRC Classes

At Atex, we are proud to offer a variety of training classes approved by the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC). Whether you are new to the industry or renewing your Certified Technician title, we offer in-depth hands-on training to prepare you for the required exams, expand your knowledge and improve your on-the-job skills. To tackle your clients’ water, fire and mold restoration and cleaning projects like a pro, view our IICRC classes below.

  • Applied Structural Drying Technician (ASD) $1,061 | 4-Day Course

    This IICRC Applied Structural Drying (ASD) course is designed to teach the effective, efficient and timely drying of water-damaged structures and contents through classroom and hands-on training.

    Students will have the opportunity to:

    • Learn efficient methods for drying water-damaged structures
    • Develop decision-making strategies within a restorative drying environment
    • Use instruments, extraction systems, drying equipment and chemistry in hands-on flooded building environment

    Additional Information

    Students must have completed the IICRC Certification in WRT to enroll in this class.

    This in-person class will be led by one of Atex’s industry leading experts. Learn more about our instructors here.

    Lunch will be provided.

    Class Materials

    All students will receive a digital and hard copy of the course textbook, homework, study guide and graph charts.

    Hours & Location

    Classes take place from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Please arrive at least 15 minutes early the first day.

    4272 Clark Road
    Houston, Texas 77040

    What to Bring

    Wear comfortable clothes, closed-toe shoes and a sweater or light jacket. Please bring pencils, highlighters and a notepad. Additional notetaking materials will be available.

    Students must bring their WRT certification number. It will be required for the payment slip that is submitted to IICRC.

    Exam Fees

    Please note that exam fees are not included in the course registration.

    Each exam is $80 per student. Payment is required the day of the exam and can be made by credit card, check (payable to IICRC) or cash.

    After completing the course and passing the exam, you will receive a certificate of completion.

  • Water Damage Restoration Technician (WRT) $449 | 3-Day Course

    The IICRC Water Damage Restoration Technician (WRT) course is designed to provide restoration and remediation technicians a better understanding of water damage, including its causes, structural impact and proper drying techniques. Students will learn how to address water losses, sewer backflows and contamination such as mold.

    Students will have the opportunity to:

    • Learn profit-boosting practices, including how to dry structures more efficiently and with less labor
    • Reduce the risk of mold and secondary damage
    • Network with restoration professionals
    • Learn how to set your business apart from your competitors
    • Earn a certification that allows you to handle catastrophic jobs for most major insurance companies

    Additional Information

    This in-person class will be led by one of Atex’s industry leading experts. Learn more about our instructors here.

    Lunch will be provided.

    Class Materials

    All students will receive a digital and hard copy of the course textbook, homework, study guide and graph charts.

    Hours & Location

    Classes take place from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Please arrive at least 15 minutes early the first day.

    4272 Clark Road
    Houston, Texas 77040

    What to Bring

    Wear comfortable clothes, closed-toe shoes and a sweater or light jacket. Please bring pencils, highlighters and a notepad. Additional notetaking materials will be available.

    Exam Fees

    Please note that exam fees are not included in the course registration.

    Each exam is $80 per student. Payment is required the day of the exam and can be made by credit card, check (payable to IICRC) or cash.

    After completing the course and passing the exam, you will receive a certificate of completion.

  • Water Damage Restoration Technician/Applied Structural Drying (WRT/ASD) Combination $1,416 | 5-Day Course

    The IICRC Water Damage Restoration Technician (WRT) course is designed to provide restoration and remediation technicians a better understanding of water damage, including its causes, structural impact and proper drying techniques. Students will learn how to address water losses, sewer backflows and contamination such as mold.

    Students will have the opportunity to:

    • Learn profit-boosting practices, including how to dry structures more efficiently and with less labor
    • Reduce the risk of mold and secondary damage
    • Network with restoration professionals
    • Learn how to set your business apart from your competitors
    • Earn a certification that allows you to handle catastrophic jobs for most major insurance companies

    Additional Information

    This in-person class will be led by one of Atex’s industry leading experts. Learn more about our instructors here.

    Lunch will be provided.

    Class Materials

    All students will receive a digital and hard copy of the course textbook, homework, study guide and graph charts.

    Hours & Location

    Classes take place from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Please arrive at least 15 minutes early the first day.

    4272 Clark Road
    Houston, Texas 77040

    What to Bring

    Wear comfortable clothes, closed-toe shoes and a sweater or light jacket. Please bring pencils, highlighters and a notepad. Additional notetaking materials will be available.

    Exam Fees

    Please note that exam fees are not included in the course registration.

    Each exam is $80 per student. Payment is required the day of the exam and can be made by credit card, check (payable to IICRC) or cash.

    After completing the course and passing the exam, you will receive a certificate of completion.

  • Fire and Smoke Restoration Technician (FSRT) $499 | 2-Day Course

    Focusing on technical procedure for successfully completing the restoration of a fire and smoke damaged environment, students of the Fire and Smoke Restoration Technician course will experience live hands-on use of instruments, extraction systems, drying equipment and chemistry in an actual smoke damaged environment.

    Course Goals

    • Learn and use the effective techniques to restore structure, contents and eliminate odor
    • Learn how to properly manage inventory/packouts
    • Learn other cleaning techniques including:
      • Cleaning of high value artwork, appliances, electronics, clothing and important papers
      • Deodorization
      • Harwood and other hard to dry structural materials
      • HVAC systems

    Course Highlights

    • Types of fires encountered
    • Structural and content restoration
    • Cleaning, resurfacing or replacement
    • Chemicals of a fire restoration
    • Asbestos and lead concerns
    • Safety and health issues/emergency services
    • Personal protection equipment (PPE)
    • Packing, moving and storage of contents
    • Use of air scrubbers and ozone machines
    • Job management and opportunities
    • Effective methods for sales and marketing
    • Communication with customers and adjusters
  • Carpet Cleaning Technician (CCT) $359 | 2-Day Course

    The Carpet Cleaning Technician course is designed to cover pre-inspection, fabric identification, basic cleaning chemicals and equipment and proper cleaning techniques and procedures with a residential and light commercial emphasis. Experiencing live, hands-on use of instruments, extraction systems, drying equipment and chemistry in an actual smoke damaged environment, students are taught the art and science of carpet cleaning to professional service providers, as well as others in related industries, the course emphasizes practical application.

    Participants will identify fiber, yarn and carpet constructions, style types and finishes, soiling conditions, cleaning science and methodology and other issues and concerns faced by individuals who maintain and clean installed broadloom carpet. When coupled with additional on-the-job training and field experience, students should be adequately prepared to perform carpet cleaning techniques and procedures.

    Course Goals

    • Learn to clean using the following methods:
      • Absorbent compound
      • Dry foam
      • Shampooing
      • Absorbent pad/bonnet cleaning and extraction
      • Hot water extrasiont/steam
    • Learn how to
      • Prevent/Correct wicking
      • Help carpets dry faster
      • Clean stairs
      • Battle urine stains and odor
      • Remove red and rust stains and furniture stains
      • Clean problem areas
      • Recognize and address shading, streaking, browning and delamination

    Course Highlights

    • History of carpet
    • Fibers and yarns (natural and synthetic)
    • Backings
    • Carpet construction
    • Carpet dying and coloring
    • Finishing
    • Carpet cushion
    • Soil vs. staining
    • Stain and spot removal
    • Deodorization and problem areas
    • Oriental rugs
    • Chemistry of cleaning
    • Principles and methods of cleaning
    • Crew procedures
    • Safety and maintenance
    • Glossary of terms
  • Floor Care (Hard Surfaces) Technician (FCT) $149 | 2-Day Course

    The Floor Care Technician course is an introductory level course in hard surface floor care. Topics covered include industry overview, health, safety and liability, floor covering materials, chemicals, tools and equipment, floor care principles and procedures, specialized floor care procedures, problem solving and troubleshooting, managing the floor care function and industry resources.

    Course Goals

    • Learn how to put together a stone maintenance program
    • Learn how to remove rust from concrete
    • Learn how to double your income stream with your current customer base

    Course Highlights

    • Interior/Exterior hard surface cleaning
    • Chemistry for effective cleaning
    • Marketing to potential customers
    • Hands-on demonstrations
    • Expert instruction
    • IICRC 1 CEC Credit Issued
    • Special product offers during session
  • Trauma and Crime Scene Technician (TCST) $499 | 2-Day Course

    The Trauma and Crime Scene Technician course consists of the following components: principles of trauma and crime scene cleanup, safety and health, biocide and antimicrobial technology, administrative procedures, documentation and risk management, inspection and preliminary determination, equipment and tools, structural remediation, vehicle and machinery construction, contents remediation, containment and disposal of waste or sharps and confirmation of cleanliness.

    Course Goals

    • Learn how to properly evaluate, clean and decontaminate a site following a human trauma event
    • Learn how to manage trauma scene cleanup after significant time has allowed putrefaction
    • Learn about the decontamination process

    Course Highlights

    • Microbiology of human bodily fluids and potential pathogenic implications OSHA, CDC, FDA and State requirements, regulations and recommendations
    • Regulations
    • Psychological issues related to surviving family, occupants and workers
    • Health and safety (immunizations and personal protective equipment [PPE])
    • Biocides
    • Supplies and processes for structure and contents decontamination
    • Odor control
    • HVAC systems
    • Purification
    • Methods for evaluating restoration processes and feasibility