As the definitive resource for contract textile information, ACT currently offers four continuing education courses that our presenters will take into A+D communities via office lunch & learn sessions, regional conferences, and more. Each course is one hour. All are approved by the Interior Design Continuing Education Council (IDCEC) for CEU credits.
Specifying Textiles for Success
(General Knowledge Credit)
Expand your knowledge to better select textiles that meet demanding and often conflicting performance criteria, while also creating beautiful interiors. This CEU includes examples of common field failures, explains why they occurred and offers guidance for avoiding them.
Uncovering Coated Fabrics
(HSW Credit)
Improve your ability to confidently and appropriately select coated fabric for your projects. This CEU provides a detailed look at the ACT Voluntary Performance Guidelines and how coated fabrics are manufactured. The course also explores flammability guidelines, sustainability requirements, and healthcare cleaning and disinfection protocols.
Understanding Codes and Textile Performance
(HSW Credit)
Gain an in-depth understanding of the four components of textile performance: Flammability, Durability, Cleanability and Sustainability. This CEU equips you to evaluate textile performance using current industry studies. This will better enable you to avoid common specification mistakes and meet the aesthetic requirements of your projects.
How to Specify Coated Fabrics for
Healthcare Upholstered Seating
(HSW Credit)
Get a handle on recommendations and considerations for assessing a coated fabric’s suitability in challenging healthcare settings. This CEU, based on ACT’s selection and testing guides for healthcare, digs deep into four key areas: Durability and Performance; Cleaning, Sanitizing, and Disinfection; Furniture Design and Manufacturing; and Material Ingredients/Chemical Transparency.
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