David Thompson, Instructor

David Thompson, Instructor

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IICRC Continuing Education Provider

David Thompson, tenured professor of health and safety for custodians. He brings along a 50-year industry career, having operated Maintenance Plus in Oklahoma. In 1987, he relocated to St. Louis, where he held senior consulting roles at O.K. Vacuum & Janitor Supply and New System until 2016.

Currently, David serves as Director of the Academy of Cleaning Excellence in Orlando, FL, a global resource dedicated to professional development for frontline cleaning staff. Hundreds of individuals from around the world have attended his classes on commercial cleaning to earn certifications that advance their operations.

He hosts the podcast "Beyond Clean with ACE," now in its ninth season, which fosters healthy and proactive discussions within the cleaning industry.

In 2007, David authored The New Generation of Cleaning, with an updated edition slated for 2026. He is also working on a memoir trilogy, A Janitor’s Life, set for release in late 2025.

His mantra, “I am a Janitor and I Save Lives”®, reflects his passion for the industry.

 

Certifications Offered:

Master Trainer Certification

Master Trainer Workshop

Floor Care Technician Certification

Floor Care Technician

Carpet Care Expert Certification

Carpet Care Expert

Rock Star Technician Certification

Rock Star Technician

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Course Image Name Date Duration Format Location Name Price Link to Register
IICRC Carpet Cleaning Technician (CCT)IICRC Carpet Cleaning Technician (CCT)Tuesday, April 21, 20262 DaysIn-Person ClassOrlando, FL$421.29 Register
 Commercial Carpet Cleaning Workshop | Truckmounts, Odor Control & Spot RemovalThursday, April 23, 20261 DayIn-Person ClassOrlando, FL$27.54 Register
Hard Floor Care | 3 in 1 Class | VCT, LV, Tile & GroutHard Floor Care | 3 in 1 Class | VCT, LV, Tile & GroutTuesday, April 28, 20261 DayIn-Person ClassLakeland, FL$206.04 Register
IICRC Floor Care Technician (FCT)IICRC Floor Care Technician (FCT)Tuesday, May 5, 20262 DaysIn-Person ClassOrlando, FL$421.29Earlybird Discount!Register
IICRC Stone, Masonry, & Tile Care Technician (SMT)IICRC Stone, Masonry, & Tile Care Technician (SMT)Thursday, May 7, 20262 DaysIn-Person ClassOrlando, FL$421.29Earlybird Discount!Register
Bidding Cleaning Contracts for ProfitBidding Cleaning Contracts for ProfitMonday, May 11, 20261 DayIn-Person ClassOrlando, FL$284.79 Register
Floor Care Workshop | Carpet, LV, VCT, Rubber, Stone, Tile & GroutFloor Care Workshop | Carpet, LV, VCT, Rubber, Stone, Tile & GroutTuesday, May 26, 20262 DaysIn-Person ClassOrlando, FL$374.04 Register
IICRC Water Restoration Technician (WRT)IICRC Water Restoration Technician (WRT)Tuesday, June 2, 20263 DaysIn-Person ClassOrlando, FL$525.24Earlybird Discount!Register
Hard Floor Care | 3 in 1 Class | VCT, LV, Tile & GroutHard Floor Care | 3 in 1 Class | VCT, LV, Tile & GroutMonday, June 8, 20261 DayIn-Person ClassClearwater, FL$206.04 Register
Floor Care Workshop | Carpet, LV, VCT, Rubber, Stone, Tile & GroutFloor Care Workshop | Carpet, LV, VCT, Rubber, Stone, Tile & GroutTuesday, June 16, 20262 DaysIn-Person ClassOrlando, FL$374.04 Register
IICRC Applied Microbial Remediation Technician (AMRT)IICRC Applied Microbial Remediation Technician (AMRT)Tuesday, June 23, 20264 DaysIn-Person ClassOrlando, FL$1,312.74Earlybird Discount!Register
Bidding Cleaning Contracts for ProfitBidding Cleaning Contracts for ProfitTuesday, June 30, 20261 DayIn-Person ClassClearwater, FL$284.79 Register
Custodial Master's BootcampCustodial Master's BootcampMonday, July 6, 20264 DaysIn-Person ClassOrlando, FL$1,313.79Earlybird Discount!Register
IICRC Floor Care Technician (FCT)IICRC Floor Care Technician (FCT)Monday, July 27, 20262 DaysIn-Person ClassOrlando, FL$421.29Earlybird Discount!Register
IICRC Stone, Masonry, & Tile Care Technician (SMT)IICRC Stone, Masonry, & Tile Care Technician (SMT)Wednesday, July 29, 20262 DaysIn-Person ClassOrlando, FL$421.29Earlybird Discount!Register
IICRC Water Restoration Technician (WRT)IICRC Water Restoration Technician (WRT)Tuesday, September 1, 20263 DaysIn-Person ClassOrlando, FL$525.24Earlybird Discount!Register
IICRC Applied Microbial Remediation Technician (AMRT)IICRC Applied Microbial Remediation Technician (AMRT)Tuesday, September 22, 20264 DaysIn-Person ClassOrlando, FL$1,312.74Earlybird Discount!Register
IICRC Floor Care Technician (FCT)IICRC Floor Care Technician (FCT)Tuesday, October 6, 20262 DaysIn-Person ClassOrlando, FL$421.29Earlybird Discount!Register
IICRC Stone, Masonry, & Tile Care Technician (SMT)IICRC Stone, Masonry, & Tile Care Technician (SMT)Thursday, October 8, 20262 DaysIn-Person ClassOrlando, FL$421.29Earlybird Discount!Register
IICRC Carpet Cleaning Technician (CCT)IICRC Carpet Cleaning Technician (CCT)Tuesday, October 20, 20262 DaysIn-Person ClassOrlando, FL$421.29Earlybird Discount!Register
 Commercial Carpet Cleaning Workshop | Truckmounts, Odor Control & Spot RemovalThursday, October 22, 20261 DayIn-Person ClassOrlando, FL$27.54 Register
Custodial Master's BootcampCustodial Master's BootcampMonday, November 16, 20264 DaysIn-Person ClassOrlando, FL$1,313.79Earlybird Discount!Register