What is a CEC?
A Continuing Education Credit (CEC) is a vital component for maintaining IICRC certifications. To ensure certifications remain valid and up-to-date, certified technicians are required to accumulate continuing education credits (CECs). Ongoing education is mandatory for all certified technicians to be eligible for certification renewal and to prevent certifications from expiring due to improper maintenance.
How many CEC’s do I need?
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 OCT course objective?
The objective of this course is to provide current IICRC Certified Technicians up to 7 continuing education credits (CEC’s) to maintain any IICRC Certification. Attend the CEC OCT class for 1 day for a value of 7 CEC’s.
What will I learn in the IICRC OCT class?
This class is the IICRC OCT class! CEC students will get a refresher and learn the latest technology, information, and up-to-date industry changes on the following topics:
- The science of odors
- Inspection & assessment techniques
- Tools & Equipment
- Cleaning & deodorization practices
- Upsales to make more money
- Client communication
- Fire damage, cannabis, tobacco, urine, sewage, mold, skunk, decomposition odors and much more!
Am I eligible to take the OCT exam?
No, this discounted OCT 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 OCT CEC course?
The OCT course is the first step on your journey to an exciting career in the disaster restoration industry! We highly recommend you follow the OCT with IICRC HST Health and Safety Technician, IICRC CCT Carpet Cleaning Technician, and IICRC FSRT Fire and Smoke Restoration Technician.
What classes do I need to become an IICRC Master?
IICRC offers 3 Master designations and OCT is common to all of the 3 Master designations. So, no matter which Master designation you are interested in, OCT will get you on your way! To learn more about the IICRC Master designations click here.
