This class will be held October 7 – November 22, 2024 Monday through Fridays 9:30 – 11:30 am.

In-person class meets Monday – Thursday at U of I campus (Catlett Hall) and Fridays at Goodwill Iowa City Helms Career Center. 

Participants may choose to complete a 25-hour paid internship to gain valuable hands-on work experience. Internship hours will take place in the early afternoon.

There is an Independent Study option.

Let potential employers know you are serious about the profession. Earn the industry recognized credential from ISSA Cleaning Management Institute (CMI) for Certified Custodial Technician.

Trained custodians are in high demand and can earn great pay.

Covid-19 pandemic caused a 75% spike in new job openings for custodians.   Not only has the demand for cleaning services increased significantly, custodians need to be trained with best practices for cleaning and sanitizing to prevent the spread of illness in office, retail, healthcare, and home settings. Students learn Customer Service, Chemistry of Cleaning and Handling Hazardous and Infectious Waste, Basic Cleaning of Above Floor Surfaces, Basic Cleaning of Hard Floor Surfaces, Basic Cleaning of Carpeted Floor Surfaces, Basic Cleaning of Restrooms & Shower Rooms.  Scholarships available.

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