iFTI LMS

FTI 1017 IUPAT History/Structure and Introduction to Computing Applications 02232020
2020-02-23 08:00 - 2020-02-28 17:00 (America/New_York) | International Finishing Trades Institute Training Center, 7230 Parkway Drive, Hanover, MD, 21076, United States
40 Hours
The course provides an introduction to computers, LMS, and Microsoft application. Participants must complete 40 hours of online LMS training.
Prerequisite: None
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FTI 1023 Introduction to Computing Applications for Instructors 02102020
2020-02-10 - 2020-02-12 | International Finishing Trades Institute Training Center, 7230 Parkway Drive, Hanover, MD, 21076, United States
24 Hours
This 24-hour course will provide level 1 basics of Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint and Microsoft Excel (7 hours per course.) Students will also receive an overview of the FTI LMS, the Member Mobile APP and an overview and tips and tricks of Microsoft Windows. Microsoft Courses will be taught by professionals from our local community college (AACC).
Prerequisite: None
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FTI 1017 IUPAT History/Structure and Introduction to Computing Applications 02022020
2020-02-02 - 2020-02-07 | International Finishing Trades Institute Training Center, 7230 Parkway Drive, Hanover, MD, 21076, United States

FTI 1105C EPA Lead RRP - Initial EPA Accredited Class 012820
2020-01-28 - 2020-01-29 | International Finishing Trades Institute Training Center, 7230 Parkway Drive, Hanover, MD, 21076, United States
16 hours
This 2 day (16‐hour) course is a model class designed to enable the Instructor/s to train Lead Workers to perform his/her job with the knowledge and skills to work safely and productively while adhering to all state, federal and local regulations on lead and lead abatement practices. Students in this course will discuss their roles and responsibilities as Lead Workers, safe work practices, PPE, health effects of lead exposure and other hazards as well as hands‐on lead hazard control activities such as recognizing lead‐based paint hazards, interior and exterior dust abatement, establishing containment areas, setting up and using decontamination processes, waste disposal and clean‐up and inspection procedures. This class fulfills the US EPA’s 16‐hour lead specific training requirement (Certification Period: 36 months).
Prerequisite: None
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GST Training 01222020
2020-01-22 - 2020-01-24 | International Finishing Trades Institute Training Center, 7230 Parkway Drive, Hanover, MD, 21076, United States
TBD

DEG 9000 SUNY Empire State College - Labor Studies Residency 1 01212020
2020-01-21 - 2020-01-24 | International Finishing Trades Institute Training Center, 7230 Parkway Drive, Hanover, MD, 21076, United States
40 hours
TBD

FTI 9999C FTI Master Instructor Capstone 12032019
2019-12-03 - 2019-12-05
24hrs
The iFTI Master Instructor Capstone Project is the final course an instructor will take prior to being awarded a iFTI Master Instructor Certificate of Completion.
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FTI 1109C OSHA 500 12022019
2019-12-02 - 2019-12-06 | International Finishing Trades Institute Training Center, 7230 Parkway Drive, Hanover, MD, 21076, United States
40 Hours

This course is designed for members interested in teaching the 10- and 30-hour construction safety and health outreach program. Special emphasis is placed on those topics that are required in the 10- and 30-hour programs as well as on those that are the most hazardous, using OSHA standards as a guide. Course participants are briefed on effective instructional approaches and the effective use of visual aids and handouts. This course allows the student to become a trainer and to conduct both a 10- and 30-hour construction safety and health course and to issue cards to participants verifying course completion. NOTE: Students in OSHA 500 who wish to participate as authorized trainers in the Outreach Program must successfully pass a written exam at the end of the course. Outreach trainers are required to attend Course 502 at least once every four years to maintain their trainer status (Certification Period: 48 months).
Prerequisite: FTI 1109C OSHA 500 or previous FTI 1119C OSHA 502
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FTI 1040 LMS Admin Workshop 11202019
2019-11-20 - 2019-11-21 | International Finishing Trades Institute Training Center, 7230 Parkway Drive, Hanover, MD, 21076, United States
16 Hours
The LMS workshop is an in-depth discussion of the main tabs of the administrator functions including but not limited to using the enrollment functions, creating and modifying groups, generating reports, and uploading course/certification completions and certifications. Additional topics include the IUPAT Mobile app and the OJL feature.
Who Should Attend?Instructor, Coordinator, Admin/Staff, or DOT whose primary responsibilities will be to administer the LMS.
The hands-on training requires bringing participant’s work laptop, training documents/files, and certificate graphics for uploads.
Prerequisite: Attend two LMS introduction webinars prior to the workshop, contact FTIInternational@iupat.org for upcoming schedules.

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FTI 1025 Mentorship Matters TTT 11132019
2019-11-13 - 2019-11-14 | International Finishing Trades Institute Training Center, 7230 Parkway Drive, Hanover, MD, 21076, United States
16 hours
Within the trades, mentorship is emerging as one of the most critical elements in workforce development. This two-day Mentorship Matters™ Train-the-Trainer program is divided into two separate workshops – Six Steps to Mentoring (4hrs) and Six Skills for Apprentices (4hrs) and will provide the tools to effectively deliver this program. The goal of these training sessions is to maximize effectiveness of communication and skill transfer between the new worker, and the mentor.
The core of the Mentorship training program is divided into two four hour workshops. One workshop, will help journeypersons define mentorship, learn the qualities of a good mentor, and to understand the role that mentorship has in developing on the job skills, quality, safety, and productivity.
The second workshop is for the mentee apprentice. They will learn how and when to ask questions of their mentor, how to communicate effectively, set goals, and the importance of a strong work ethic.

FTI 1025 Mentorship Matters TtT 11132019
2019-11-13 - 2019-11-14
8hrs
Within the trades, mentorship is emerging as one of the most critical elements in workforce development. This two-day Mentorship Matters™ Train-the-Trainer program is divided into two separate workshops – Six Steps to Mentoring (4hrs) and Six Skills for Apprentices (4hrs) and will provide the tools to effectively deliver this program. The goal of these training sessions is to maximize effectiveness of communication and skill transfer between the new worker, and the mentor.
ENROLL NOW: Ask your DOT to complete the DOT Request – Training Registration Form. You can fill out the Instructor/Coordinator Training Registration Form but the request will be forwarded to your DOT for approval.

FTI 1114C OSHA 510 11042019
2019-11-04 - 2019-11-07 | International Finishing Trades Institute Training Center, 7230 Parkway Drive, Hanover, MD, 21076, United States
32 Hours
This is the basic instructor course in OSHA standards for the general industry. This course includes an overview of safety standards for non-construction workplaces. The course also includes information on the identification and remediation of hazards as well as reporting requirements (Certification Period: 48 months)
Prerequisite: Submit Form to Progress to OSHA 500
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FTI 7005 Wallcovering Beginner Train The Trainer 11042019
2019-11-04 - 2019-11-08 | International Finishing Trades Institute Training Center, 7230 Parkway Drive, Hanover, MD, 21076, United States
40 Hours
This course provides wall covering instructors with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to teach basic to advanced wall covering techniques to apprentices. The course was developed in partnership with the FTI, FTI Local Area Training Funds and Manufacturers from the wall covering industry.
Prerequisite: None
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FTI 1226 Advanced Service Training 102 11032019
2019-11-03 - 2019-11-08 | International Finishing Trades Institute Training Center, 7230 Parkway Drive, Hanover, MD, 21076, United States
40 Hours
The Advanced Service Training 101 and 102 are comprehensive training classes that take you beyond the normal functions of a local servicing representative. This is a two-part class with a three to four-month intermission. This course is designed to make the IUPAT Service Representative the best, most knowledgeable grassroots activist who will help determine the strategic direction of their District Council.
Prerequisite: Leadership Series Completion or a minimum of 4 Core Leadership Series Courses AND completion of Advanced Service Training 101
ENROLL NOW: Ask your DOT to complete the DOT Request – Training Registration Form. You can fill out the Instructor/Coordinator Training Registration Form but the request will be forwarded to your DOT for approval.

CANCELLED FTI 1212 STP TTT
2019-10-21 - 2019-10-25 | International Finishing Trades Institute Training Center, 7230 Parkway Drive, Hanover, MD, 21076, United States
24 Hours
This program is designed to strengthen the abilities of project supervisors at all levels. It is appropriate for newer supervisors/foremen to broaden their understanding of the responsibilities of their job and to provide tools and techniques to better fulfill those responsibilities. It is appropriate for experienced supervisors to update their understanding of supervision, to strengthen their skills in traditional areas, and to develop new skills in emerging areas. The program is designed for considerable interaction among participants, encouraging them to learn from one another. It provides ample opportunities for large and small group interactions, as well as practice of skills important to the supervisors. The course is open to all field supervisors, foremen and those who anticipate fulfilling these roles in the near future. A management representative of the employer is encouraged to attend the course along with their sponsored employees.
Prerequisite: None
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CANCELLED - FTI 1227 C.O.R.E/Legislative Communication 10202019
2019-10-20 - 2019-10-25 | International Finishing Trades Institute Training Center, 7230 Parkway Drive, Hanover, MD, 21076, United States
40 Hours
Grassroots organizing is needed now more than ever before. Far too many people are withstanding the worst of serious social problems. For example, homelessness, violence, drug abuse, and poverty have increased dramatically in recent years. Politics in the United States centers on the question of power – who is in control, what policies they pursue, and on behalf of which constituencies. The attack on working families and Unions are at an all-time high. This course will enable you to make real changes in your community, for your members, and for the labor movement as a whole.
Prerequisite: Leadership Series Completion or a minimum of 4 Core Leadership Series Courses
ENROLL NOW: Ask your DOT to complete the DOT Request – Training Registration Form. You can fill out the Instructor/Coordinator Training Registration Form but the request will be forwarded to your DOT for approval.

DEG 9001 SUNY Empire State College - Labor Studies Residency 1 10142019
2019-10-14 - 2019-10-18 | International Finishing Trades Institute Training Center, 7230 Parkway Drive, Hanover, MD, 21076, United States

FTI 1218 Leadership Development 10132019
2019-10-13 - 2019-10-18 | International Finishing Trades Institute Training Center, 7230 Parkway Drive, Hanover, MD, 21076, United States
40 Hours
This final core curriculum class will round out the Leadership series. This course will focus on the IUPAT District Council organizational structure, and time management. You will be able to recognize and learn how to deal with Burnout. The Adaptive Leadership training will help embrace the diversity of the workforce. The Public Speaking and Soft skills/Leadership styles will make you a more effective Labor Leader.
Prerequisite: None
ENROLL NOW: Ask your DOT to complete the DOT Request – Training Registration Form. You can fill out the Instructor/Coordinator Training Registration Form but the request will be forwarded to your DOT for approval.

FTI 1141-Changing the Culture of Construction 09242019
2019-09-24 - 2019-09-25 | International Finishing Trades Institute Training Center, 7230 Parkway Drive, Hanover, MD, 21076, United States
16 Hours
This training is designed to inform and empower the construction industry by separating fact from fiction and encourage our workforce to choose proactivity when it comes to behavioral health issues and addictions. Our goal is to educate individuals, in turn promoting a healthy, safe, and substance free working environment.
Prerequisite: None
ENROLL NOW: Ask your DOT to complete the DOT Request – Training Registration Form. You can fill out the Instructor/Coordinator Training Registration Form but the request will be forwarded to your DOT for approval.

FTI 1225 Advanced Service Training 101
2019-09-22 - 2019-09-27 | International Finishing Trades Institute Training Center, 7230 Parkway Drive, Hanover, MD, 21076, United States
40 Hours
The Advanced Service Training 101 and 102 are comprehensive training classes that take you beyond the normal functions of a local servicing representative. This is a two-part class with a three to four-month intermission. This course is designed to make the IUPAT Service Representative the best, most knowledgeable grassroots activist who will help determine the strategic direction of their District Council.
Prerequisite: Leadership Series Completion or a minimum of 4 Core Leadership Series Courses
ENROLL NOW: Ask your DoT to complete the DOT Request – Training Registration Form. You can fill out the Instructor/Coordinator Training Registration Form but the request will be forwarded to your DOT for approval.

FTI 1224 Bottom-Up Organizing 09152019
2019-09-15 - 2019-09-20 | Houston Office, TX, United States
40 Hours
Every Bottom-Up (worker driven) Organizing campaign begins because one person decides to step forward and try to make changes to his or her job. It is up to the District Council’s organizers to identify and contact as many such individuals as possible. Then the target is researched, and a decision is made to develop a strategic organizing plan. This course will give you the tools to complete those tasks. This course is an off-site training class to be held at a District Council that has an ongoing Bottom-Up Organizing campaign.
Prerequisite: Leadership Series Completion or a minimum of 4 Core Leadership Series Courses
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FTI 1120C USACE Fall Protection
2019-09-09 - 2019-09-13 | International Finishing Trades Institute Training Center, 7230 Parkway Drive, Hanover, MD, 21076, United States
32 Hours
Upon successful completion of the classroom training the participant will be able to pass a written examination demonstrating comprehension of the basic selection, inspection and safe use of fall protections systems and materials when in accordance with Federal OSHA Laws and United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) EM385. They will have been trained, tested and understand the following:

Recognizing potential risks and worksite hazards for workers using fall protection and understands the appropriate actions to take.
Understand and be able to demonstrate the federal laws and basic safety rules when utilizing fall protection systems.
Understand the proper and safe use of the fall protection systems covered in this course.
Understand the selection, inspection, ratings, rejection criteria and proper safe use fall protection systems when using Aerial Work Platforms, Mobile, Overhead and/or Tower Cranes, of Forklift trucks to hoist personnel.

(Certification Period: Permanent)
Prerequisite: None
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FTI 1001 Teaching Techniques for Adults 08192019
2019-08-19 - 2019-08-23 | International Finishing Trades Institute Training Center, 7230 Parkway Drive, Hanover, MD, 21076, United States
40 Hours
Instruction for year two Instructors and Coordinators of occupational training and apprenticeship. Included in the course are intermediate computers, laboratory safety, testing, and evaluation, and advanced instructional methods.
Prerequisite: FTI 1000 Introduction to Teaching Techniques for Adults
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CANCELLED FTI 1136 United Academy Fall Protection TTT
2019-08-12 - 2019-08-19 | International Finishing Trades Institute Training Center, 7230 Parkway Drive, Hanover, MD, 21076, United States
32 Hours
This Train-the-Trainer program will provide trainers with the materials and base information necessary to deliver the ½ day Basic and the full day Standard fall protection end user programs. Once a trainer has completed the Train-the-Trainer program, they will need to spend time becoming more familiar with the information, materials & demonstrations prior to delivering their first course. It is a program delivery standard that trainers teach the program as it is designed, including covering all of the prescribed material, following all the lesson plans and adhering to course requirements.
Prerequisite: Online Pre-Class Work
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CANCELLED - FTI 1123C OSHA 5410 Maritime
2019-08-05 - 2019-08-09 | International Finishing Trades Institute Training Center, 7230 Parkway Drive, Hanover, MD, 21076, United States
35 Hours
This course covers OSHA policies, procedures, and standards for the maritime industry. Using the OSHA Maritime Standards as a guide, special emphasis is placed on those areas in the maritime industry which are most hazardous. Upon course completion students will define maritime terms found in the OSHA Maritime Standards, identify hazards in the maritime industry and determine appropriate controls and abatement, locate OSHA Maritime Standards, policies and procedures, and describe the use of the OSHA Maritime Standards and regulations to supplement an ongoing safety and health program. Minimum student contact.
Prerequisite: None
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CANCELLED - FTI 2005C SSPC CAS Exam and Proctor Orientation Training
2019-08-05 - 2019-08-09 | International Finishing Trades Institute Training Center, 7230 Parkway Drive, Hanover, MD, 21076, United States
40 Hours
SSPC approves candidates who submit application forms and meet the prerequisites. Candidate proctors must successfully complete a SSPC CAS Proctor Orientation and training course, delivered by the IUPAT/FTI CAS Program Manager or delegate. This training course must be completed and signed documents submitted to SSPC prior to being approved as a provisional proctor. The training includes; PowerPoint Presentation; review of the SSPC proctor guide, associated standards, attestation, guidance on delivering the written and practical exams, review of a live CAS exam, proctor kit inventory & usage, strategies on being an effective proctor, completion of CAS exam documents, receiving and shipping of exam packet and proctor kit (Certification Period: Permanent).
Member Card Abbreviation: SSPC CAS Exam & Proctor
Prerequisite: SSPC Proctor App, NACE L2
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FTI 7901 Decorative Painting 07292019
2019-07-29 08:00 - 2019-08-02 17:00
40 hours
The course is a beginner’s decorative class for instructors. The class is designed to teach new instructors how to effectively teach their students the basics of decorative painting, including glazing, graining, marbling, and decorative plasters. This class will cover the proper use of different mediums, tools, and techniques used for classroom training and practical application. Future Instructors will leave with a confidence in their ability to teach others these basics.
Prerequistite: None
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FTI 1116C HAZWOPER TTT Instructor
2019-07-22 - 2019-07-26 | International Finishing Trades Institute Training Center, 7230 Parkway Drive, Hanover, MD, 21076, United States
40 Hours
Students will be trained in recognizing and researching hazards, including the nature and causes of occupational diseases, relating OSHA standards to unsafe conditions; protecting workers’ rights; and using involvement techniques for safety purposes (Certification Period: Permanent).
Prerequisite: HAZWOPER Worker Course
ENROLL NOW: Ask your DOT to complete the DOT Request – Training Registration Form. You can fill out the Instructor/Coordinator Training Registration Form but the request will be forwarded to your DOT for approval.

FTI 1001 Teaching Techniques for Adults
2019-07-22 - 2019-07-26 | International Finishing Trades Institute Training Center, 7230 Parkway Drive, Hanover, MD, 21076, United States

FTI 1040 LMS Admin Workshop 07172019
2019-07-17 - 2019-07-18 | International Finishing Trades Institute Training Center, 7230 Parkway Drive, Hanover, MD, 21076, United States
16 Hours
The LMS workshop is an in-depth discussion of the main tabs of the administrator functions including but not limited to using the enrollment functions, creating and modifying groups, generating reports, and uploading course/certification completions and certifications. Additional topics include the IUPAT Mobile app and the OJL feature.
Who Should Attend?Instructor, Coordinator, Admin/Staff, or DOT whose primary responsibilities will be to administer the LMS.
The hands-on training requires bringing participant’s work laptop, training documents/files, and certificate graphics for uploads.
Prerequisite: None
ENROLL NOW: Ask your DOT to complete the DOT Request – Training Registration Form. You can fill out the Instructor/Coordinator Training Registration Form but the request will be forwarded to your DOT for approval.
