IICRC Classes & Certifications - Online and In-Person
Earn an IICRC Certification with LearnToRestore.com
Earning an IICRC certification is an important step in your career in the restoration industry. LearnToRestore.com is an IICRC-approved school that offers certification courses designed to give you the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the field. Our courses are taught by experienced instructors who are dedicated to helping you achieve your learning and certification goals. Earning an IICRC certification with LearnToRestore.com gives you the knowledge needed to take your career and business to the next level!
- Learn industry standards
- IICRC classes are available online and in person
- Earn IICRC certifications!
In IICRC courses, students learn technical principles of restoration and cleaning. Taught by industry experts, students will attend classes in either an online live-stream format led by an instructor in our Zoom classroom. Alternatively, students can join us for an in-person course. After completing the class and passing the corresponding IICRC exam, students will earn their IICRC certification!
Should I Take an IICRC Course?
IICRC classes teach the principles of cleaning and restoration and can be taken by anyone! We often have students from restoration companies, insurance adjusters, property management, facilities engineers, roofers, plumbers, office staff, and more. LearnToRestore.com teaches classes in a way that is accessible to all students with varying levels of experience. Most IICRC classes can be taken without any prior experience, while others, such as the ASD and AMRT classes,s have course prerequisites. You can learn more about each IICRC class to the right!
What IICRC Certifications Can I Earn?
The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) offers certifications in 3 categories – Restoration, Textiles and Cleaning, and Inspection. See all of the available IICRC certifications. LearnToRestore.com is the premiere IICRC-approved school and offers dozens of IICRC certification classes.
What IICRC Certifications Can I Earn?
In IICRC courses, students learn technical principles of restoration and cleaning. Taught by industry experts, students will attend classes in either an online live-stream format led by an instructor in our Zoom classroom. Alternatively, students can join us for an in-person course. After completing the class and passing the corresponding IICRC exam, students will earn their IICRC certification!
Why Do I Need An IICRC Certification?
Certifications let others know you have been taught and have demonstrated the knowledge to obtain a certification issued by the IICRC. The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Certification is a standards body that creates standards documents, courses and exams. With input from leaders in the restoration industry, the IICRC is recognized as the industry standard.
IICRC Approved School
LearnToRestore.com is an approved school with the IICRC (Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification)!
After attending an IICRC course, students can take the corresponding IICRC exam. Upon passing the exam, the IICRC will issue the student a certification, and mail a certificate for you to display! Students are able to take the exam after attending an IICRC class with LearnToRestore.com.
How much is the IICRC exam fee?
The IICRC exam fee is $80, except the AMRT exam which has a $150 exam fee.
Can I use notes on the exam?
Most IICRC exams are closed book and closed notes, however, some classes may have different requirements. For example, the WRT exam allows students to use a psychrometric chart and formula sheets on the exam. Your instructor will go over the specifics of the exam during class!
When do I take the IICRC exam?
Students attending an online live-stream IICRC course will complete the exam online after the class through the IICRC exam portal. You have 45-days to complete the exam after class ends.
Students attending the in-person course will complete the exam on the last day of class.
How many questions are on IICRC exams?
Each IICRC class has a corresponding exam with a different number of questions on the exam.
Can I retake the IICRC exam?
You have three attempts to pass the IICRC exam. Additional exam attempts incur an exam fee. If a student fails the IICRC exam 3 times, they must retake the course before the can take the exam again. If you fail the exam three times and need to take the class again, we will put you in a refresher class for free!
Check out some of our IICRC FAQs below! If you have additional questions about any of our courses, check out our Help Center or contact us!
Where can I find an IICRC class?
LearnToRestore.com offers IICRC certification courses, with many available through an online live stream and can be taken from anywhere!
Which IICRC certification should I earn?
It depends! Want to learn about water damage restoration? Take the WRT and ASD classes. Mold remediation, take the AMRT class. Contents processing, take the CPT class. Want to learn fire and smoke restoration, you’ll want to take the FSRT class. There are so many more IICRC classes you can take to continue your education in the cleaning and restoration industries! See all the IICRC certifications available.
What does IICRC stand for?
IICRC stands for the Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification. The IICRC is a non-profit standards organization that writes standards, certification exams, and issues certifications.
What is an IICRC certification?
An IICRC certification is issued after a student completes an IICRC-approved course and passes the corresponding exam. These certifications are issued for a variety of topics in inspection, cleaning, and restoration.
Can I take the IICRC test online?
Yes, you can take the IICRC test online! If you complete a live-stream online course, you are required to take the exam online through the IICRC exam portal after class ends. You will have 45 days from the last day of class to take the exam. However, if you take an in-person course, the exam will be taken on the last day of class.
How long does it take for an IICRC certification?
Each certification course is a different length, but they are between 1-5 days. For example, the OCT (Odor Control Technician) course is 1 day, and the WRT/ASD Combo (Water Restoration Technician/Applied Structural Drying) course is 5 days. See the class page to view our class schedule and course length.
After passing the exam, the IICRC takes 4-6 weeks to process and issue your certification. After your certification is processed, it will be mailed to you and may take 7-10 business days to receive.
What is the passing score for the IICRC fee?
You must receive a score of 75% or higher to pass the exam and receive your certification.
What happens if you don't pass the IICRC exam?
If you don’t receive a passing score of 75% or higher, you can retake the exam with up to two additional attempts. Each exam attempt requires an additional exam fee. If you fail the exam 3 times total, you must retake the course before you can take the test again.
How much is the IICRC exam cost?
The IICRC charges an $80 exam fee prior to taking the exam (the AMRT and Inspection exam fee is $150).
How do I register and pay for the IICRC exam?
After registering for the course, you will receive an email with a link to the IICRC exam registration page. You can also register for an exam!
You should register for your IICRC exam prior to class starting.If you need help with the exam registration email exams@iicrcnet.org.
Do IICRC certifications expire?
Yes, IICRC certifications will expire if they are not renewed. The renewal process consists of paying a yearly fee to the IICRC and earning Continuing Education Credits (CECs).
Is the IICRC test multiple choice?
Yes, IICRC exams are multiple-choice. Each question will consist of several potential answers and students must choose the correct answer.
How do I become IICRC certified?
Earning an IICRC certification consists of taking an IICRC-approved course and passing the corresponding exam. After passing the exam, the student will receive a certification in that category. To get started in your restoration certification journey, find an IICRC class!
What is an IICRC Master Track?
The IICRC Master Designation is issued to students who have completed the master track program and have been certified for the required time. There are currently three IICRC Master Designations – Master Water Restorer (MWR), Master Fire & Smoke Restorer (MSR), and Master Textile Cleaner (MTC). Each master track program consists of earning multiple IICRC certifications.
How do I keep my IICRC certification active?
To keep your IICRC certification active, you must pay yearly renewal fee to the IICRC. You must also earn Continuing Education Credits (CECs). Certified technicians are required to earn 14 CECs every four years. If you have an inspector certification or a master designation, you are required to earn 14 CECs every two years.
How much is the IICRC renewal fee?
The IICRC renewal fee is based on how many certification you hold.
- 1-2 Certifications: $46/year
- 3-4 Certifications: $58/year
- 5+ Certifications: $70/year
- AMRT Certification: $72/year
- If you have Master Status: An additional $12/year
- Certified Firm: $199/year
How do I earn Continuing Education Credits (CECs)?
You can earn CECs by attending industry events such as tradeshows, earning an additional IICRC certification in another category, or completing a self-paced CEC course.
What if my IICRC certification expired?
If your IICRC certification has expired for less than 24 months, email renewals@iicrcnet.org to get a copy of your invoice so you can renew your certification.
If your certification has expired for more than 24 months, email reinstatements@iicrcnet.org and request a reinstatement.
Can my company become IICRC certified?
Yes! Your company can become an IICRC Certified Firm. This gives you several benefits including the use of the IICRC logo on your marketing materials, access to webinars, being listed on the IICRC Glocal Locator, and more!
How long is an IICRC certification good for?
IICRC-certified technicians must renew and pay a renewal fee each year, and earn 14 Continuing Education Credits every 4 years to keep their certifications active.
Depending on your certifications with the IICRC, you may need to earn more than 14 CEC’s every four years. The IICRC will send you a renewal notice each year with your requirements to maintain your certifications.
Benefits of an IICRC Certification
Earning an IICRC certification offers a range of benefits, including:
Demonstrated expertise: IICRC certifications demonstrate that you have the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the restoration industry.
Increased earning potential: IICRC-certified technicians can earn higher salaries and benefits than non-certified technicians.
Career advancement: IICRC certifications are recognized throughout the world and in the restoration industry, and can help you advance your career.
Increased job opportunities: IICRC-certified technicians are in high demand, and can choose from a range of job opportunities.
IICRC Classes
Each certification course is based on a specific restoration or cleaning topic. View more information about each IICRC class by clicking on them below!
Earn an IICRC Certification
Students who attend an IICRC course and pass the corresponding exam will earn their certification. This establishes you as a Certified Technician.
How Do I Become IICRC Certified?
Earning an IICRC certification is an easy process! Take one of our IICRC classes and pass the corresponding exam. The exam lets you demonstrate your knowledge gained from the class. After you pass the exam, the IICRC will send you a certificate, patch and wallet card. Many IICRC classes don’t require any prior experience or prerequisites. Some classes build upon knowledge gained in other IICRC classes and require prerequisite courses to be taken first. For example, the AMRT (Applied Microbial Remediation Technician) class requires students to take and pass the WRT course first.
Do I Need a License To Do Water Damage Restoration?
One of the questions we get asked the most is, “What license do I need to do water damage restoration?” The answer is simple, none! You don’t need any license to perform water damage restoration, HOWEVER, many of the actions performed in water damage restoration work may fall under another license category. Let’s discuss this in more detail.
If you are starting your restoration business, you have probably heard of the IICRC. The IICRC is the Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification. The IICRC writes standards, issues certifications, and helps advocate for the industry. The IICRC does NOT teach classes, they have approved schools, like LearnToRestore.com, that teach the courses, then the IICRC issues the certifications to students after completing the course and passing the corresponding exam.
If you are starting your restoration business, you have probably heard of the IICRC. The IICRC is the Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification. The IICRC writes standards, issues certifications, and helps advocate for the industry. The IICRC does NOT teach classes, they have approved schools, like LearnToRestore.com, that teach the courses, then the IICRC issues the certifications to students after completing the course and passing the corresponding exam.
IICRC Certifications
In general, an IICRC certification is not required to perform water damage restoration by any state. There are multiple reasons why you will want IICRC certifications. The first reason is that IICRC courses teach the technical aspects of restoration, in other words, how to do the work the right way. This means you can technically do water damage restoration work without any IICRC certification, BUT you don’t want to do that. Without the proper training, you can make things much worse.
There are also many Third Party Administrators (TPAs) and insurance companies that will require you to have, at a minimum, the IICRC Water Restoration Technician certification if you are doing work for their clients. These requirements vary from company to company.
In addition to understanding the technical aspects of performing the work, and meeting requirements set by insurance and TPAs, having certifications will also give your clients confidence in your ability. After obtaining an IICRC certification, you can qualify to become an IICRC certified firm.
State Contractors License
No states issue specific licenses for water damage restoration (check with your state to confirm as laws change all the time!). As we discussed previously, much of the work that you will perform during the water damage restoration process will fall under another contractor license classification. What exactly does this mean?
It means that you can extract water and set drying equipment without any contractors license, but in the process of this dry out, you may need to remove carpet or carpet pad, demo drywall or other building materials, or remove cabinets, among other things. In addition, if you are doing the rebuild portion of the job, you will be performing reconstruction work. These things generally fall within the scope of a contractor’s license.
Each state has different laws, requirements, and license types for contractors licensing. If you call your state contractors board and explain to them what you plan to do, they can tell you what, if any, contractor license you need.
Let’s take Nevada as an example. We can go into a property and extract water, but the moment we need to perform any demolition, we will be required to have a C-31 wrecking license. And if we want to do the reconstruction, we will need a Class B License. In addition, there are multiple types of building contractor licenses available in Nevada, so you need to be sure to apply for the correct one.
Doing this work in Nevada without a Contractor’s License is against the law. It can be a felony with fines and even jail time! Again, each state is different, talk to your contractor’s board to determine what state contractor licensing you need.
Other Licenses
Some states also have requirements for mold remediation work. Texas, Florida, and New York, for example, have additional requirements, training, and licenses you must obtain. You can find this information by looking at your state laws.
In addition, you may be required to have a license or permit to transport the contaminated water you extracted from a property. And local and state business licenses.
Of course, this is not a comprehensive list of every license or certification you must obtain to do water damage restoration work, but it is a great starting point! Be sure to do your due diligence with your state and local laws to determine exactly what license requirements they have, and stay up to date with any changes to laws and regulations.
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