What is a CEC?
1 Continuing Education Credit (CEC) corresponds to 1 hour of education, with specific requirements varying based on the type of certification:
- IICRC Technicians: Certified Technicians are required to earn 14 CEC credits every four years.
- Advanced Certifications (MTC, MSR, MWR): Professionals holding advanced certifications such as Master Textile Cleaner (MTC), Master Fire and Smoke Restorer (MSR), or Master Water Restorer (MWR) need to earn 14 CEC credits every two years.
- IICRC Inspectors: Certified Inspectors must earn 14 CEC credits every two years.
For more in-depth information on CEC’s please click here to see the FAQ’s
What is the IICRC CEC FSRT course objective?
The objective of this course is to provide current IICRC Certified Technicians up to 14 continuing education credits (CEC’s) to maintain any IICRC Certification. CEC FSRT students have the option of attending the class for 1 day for a value of 7 CEC’s, or the full FSRT 2-day course for a value of 14 CEC’s.
What will I learn in the IICRC FSRT class?
This class is the IICRC FSRT class! CEC students will get a refresher and learn the latest technology, information, and up-to-date industry changes on the following topics:
- Health & safety protocols
- Fire science
- Fire & smoke behaviors
- Damage & residue characteristics
- Site inspection & assessment
- Technician & project preparation
- The proper use of containment & air filtration devices
- Tools & equipment
- Cleaning & deodorization chemicals
- Restoration & deodorization practices
- Client communications
- Complete project processing from start to finish!
Am I eligible to take the FSRT exam?
No, this discounted FSRT class cost is for students that are maintaining or renewing their IICRC certification. IICRC Certification ID number will be requested several days after course registration so Restoration Certified can complete the appropriate IICRC documentation. Your IICRC Registrant Number can be found on your IICRC Certification Renewal email, letter, IICRC account, or by requesting it from IICRC’s customer service.
What classes should I take after the FSRT CEC course?
The FSRT course is the first step on your journey to an exciting career in the disaster restoration industry! We highly recommend you follow the FSRT with IICRC OCT Odor Control Technician, IICRC CPT Contents Processing Technician and IICRC HST Health and Safety Technician.
Want to learn more? click here for our article on “How to Become an IICRC Master Fire and Smoke Restorer”.
