CCT Class Overview
The IICRC Carpet Cleaning Technician (CCT) course teaches the fundamentals of professional carpet cleaning for residential and light commercial environments. Students learn how to identify carpet fibers, choose the correct cleaning methods, remove spots and stains, and use cleaning chemistry and equipment effectively.
Whether you’re new to carpet cleaning or looking to sharpen your technical skills, this course provides practical, real-world training designed to improve cleaning results and build confidence in the field.
Topics include:
- Carpet fiber identification
- Spot and stain removal
- Cleaning methods and chemistry
- Equipment operation and best practices
- Protectors and deodorizers
Ideal for: Carpet cleaning technicians, restoration professionals, and companies offering carpet cleaning services.
For a full breakdown of course topics, certification details, and available training dates, view the CCT Full Course Overview .
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Class Location & Schedule
Location Address:
1146 Commons BlvdReading, PA 19605
United States
Class Schedule:
The following schedule applies to all days of training.
- 8:00 AM - class begins
- 12:00pm - break for lunch
- 5:00 PM - class ends
*Additional breaks will be taken in the morning and afternoon at the instructor's discretion.
Hotel Accommodations
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Reading Wyomissing
21 Meridian Boulevard
Reading, PA 19610
Use the link below to book online and get a discounted rate:
Meet Your Instructor
Mark Violand
Mark Violand began his career in the carpet cleaning industry in 1977, working alongside his brother in a business that offered a full range of services—from carpet cleaning and color repair to installation, water damage restoration, and maintenance. Early on, Mark discovered his passion for training, taking responsibility for teaching new technicians the skills and standards that define quality workmanship.
Today, Mark is an IICRC Instructor holding 12 certifications and serves as Chairman of the IICRC S800 Standard and Reference Guide for Professional Inspection of Textile Floorcoverings and leads the Carpet Repair and Reinstallation Technician Committee.
IICRC Certification
To earn IICRC certification, students must pass the certification exam and pay the exam fee directly to the IICRC. Exam registration is completed through iicrc.org.
Students must register online and submit the exam fee prior to or on the first day of class. Please keep a copy of your payment confirmation or have the means to log in at the end of the scheduled class to report to the instructor once exam registration is complete. You will need to provide proof of registration to complete the exam on the last day of training. Please contact the IICRC with any questions regarding this process.
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