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In-person learning · CCMTec™ Academy

Classroom Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Training

Practical training for beginners and working cleaners. Explore a one-day carpet cleaning course, a one-day upholstery cleaning course or the combined two-day option. Book the two-day course and save £50 compared with booking both one-day courses separately.

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One-day carpet training Fibre checks, chemistry, methods and demonstrations.

One-day upholstery training Fabric assessment, testing and cleaning methods.

Two days together Carpet and upholstery training with a £50 saving.

Learn with an instructor

Hands-on carpet and upholstery cleaning courses

Looking for practical carpet cleaning training rather than an online course? Classroom learning brings the subject into an instructor-led setting, with live demonstrations and the opportunity to connect the technical decisions to the equipment and materials being discussed.

The courses are intended for newcomers as well as existing cleaners developing their knowledge. The teaching covers inspection, fibre identification, cleaning chemistry, method selection and introductory stain removal. Carpet and upholstery have different risks, so the two subjects have their own dedicated training days.

The programmes draw on more than 30 years of industry experience. The aim is to help you understand what to check and why, rather than simply repeat a product routine on every job.

Classroom training, not an online purchase

This page covers in-person carpet and upholstery cleaning courses. View the classroom collection for listings and check the date, venue, price and booking information for the session you are considering. Monthly listings are added separately, so this overview is not a promise that a particular date or place is available.

Choose your training

One-day courses or combined two-day training

Choose a single subject or attend both training days through the combined course. All course buttons below open the classroom collection, where you can review the listings before booking.

Carpet cleaning · One day

1-Day Carpet Cleaning Training Course

Build your understanding of professional carpet cleaning, from identifying fibres and construction to selecting chemicals and cleaning methods.

The outline covers carpet condition, soil types, dry and low-moisture methods, hot water extraction, fibre testing, dye-bleed testing, introductory stain removal and special treatments.

Live demonstrations and practical sessions with portable equipment connect the teaching to the cleaning process. Check the selected listing for the session details.

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Upholstery cleaning · One day

1-Day Upholstery Cleaning Training Course

Explore the inspection and testing decisions involved in cleaning upholstery, leather and fine textiles.

The outline covers fabric types, fibres, soil and wear, colour testing, shrinkage and distortion risks, cleaning chemistry, introductory stain removal, wet and dry-solvent methods and leather-cleaning topics.

Live demonstrations support the teaching. The course helps you recognise why a method suitable for one fabric may be unsuitable for another.

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Carpet and upholstery · Two days

2-Day Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Course

Save £50 Compared with booking both one-day courses separately.

Combine the carpet and upholstery training into one two-day course booking. Day one covers carpet cleaning; day two covers upholstery cleaning.

A useful option if you want to develop both services, review your working methods across both subjects or prepare for a carpet and upholstery cleaning business.

Choose this option only if you can attend both days. Review the listed dates, total price and booking terms before purchasing.

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Professional cleaning decisions

What the carpet and upholstery training covers

Good cleaning starts before the machine is switched on. The classroom outlines cover the checks and choices that affect the result, including what the material is, how it is constructed, what has soiled it and how it could react to treatment.

Inspection and fibre identification

Explore soil levels, wear, construction, natural and synthetic fibres, fibre testing and the risks that should affect the proposed cleaning method.

Cleaning chemistry and testing

Develop your understanding of pH, product selection and dye-bleed testing. Learn why the material and the treatment need to be considered together.

Methods and equipment

Compare the methods described in the course outline, including low-moisture and extraction approaches for carpets and the different treatment considerations for upholstery.

Introduction to stain removal

Explore water-soluble and solvent-soluble stains, testing and introductory treatment techniques as part of the wider cleaning process.

Fabric reactions and cleaning risks

The upholstery day examines different fabrics and the survey checks associated with colour movement, shrinkage, distortion, fillings and other material-related problems.

Special treatments

Explore pre-treatments, detergents and rinses, deodorisers, protectors and defoamers in the context of the job and material being cleaned.

Who the courses suit

Carpet cleaning training for beginners and working cleaners

New to carpet or upholstery cleaning?

The listings are aimed at newcomers as well as existing technicians. Classroom training gives you a structured introduction to the subjects and a setting in which to see demonstrations and ask questions.

If you are considering starting a carpet cleaning business, use the course to develop your technical understanding. Training alone does not guarantee income or replace the other preparation needed to run a business.

Already carrying out cleaning work?

Review the course outline against your current experience. The teaching may help you revisit inspection, testing, chemistry and method choices, or explore upholstery as a separate subject.

For employers, choose the day or two-day option that fits the role and the knowledge the learner needs to develop.

A Certificate of Attendance

The classroom listings include a CCMTec™ Academy Certificate of Attendance. This records attendance at the course; it should not be described as external accreditation or proof of competence for every practical job.

Plan your visit

Check the classroom course listing before booking

Use the classroom collection to review the course you want to attend. Check the date, venue, course price and booking conditions in the selected listing. If you choose the combined course, make sure you can attend both days.

The current course outlines describe a 09:00 start and an approximately 17:00 finish. They also list on-site parking, light refreshments and directions or local hotel information available on request. Confirm the arrangements for the session you select rather than assuming every future listing will be identical.

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Before you choose

Classroom carpet and upholstery course questions

Are these online carpet cleaning courses?

No. This page covers classroom, in-person training with live demonstrations. Use the classroom course collection to review the relevant listings. The Academy’s online courses are a separate learning format.

Is the carpet cleaning course suitable for beginners?

The classroom listings are aimed at newcomers as well as existing cleaners who want to improve their knowledge. Read the outline to check that it covers what you need before booking.

Can I attend just the upholstery cleaning day?

Yes. The training range includes a separate one-day upholstery course as well as a one-day carpet course and the combined two-day option. Check the classroom collection for the listings.

How much do I save on the two-day course?

Booking the combined two-day carpet and upholstery course saves £50 compared with booking both one-day courses separately. Check the total price and dates in the combined course listing before purchasing.

What is covered in the hands-on carpet cleaning training?

The carpet outline includes inspection, soil and construction, fibre identification, chemistry, colour testing, cleaning methods, introductory stain removal, special treatments and live demonstrations with portable equipment.

Does the upholstery course cover fabric testing and stain removal?

Yes. The outline covers fibre and fabric types, survey and colour checks, potential material reactions, cleaning chemistry and introductory stain removal, alongside upholstery cleaning methods and live demonstrations.

Will I receive a certificate?

The classroom listings include a CCMTec™ Academy Certificate of Attendance. It records attendance, not an externally accredited qualification or a guarantee of practical competence for every task.

Where are the training dates and venue details?

Open the classroom collection and check the listing you are considering. Monthly course listings are added separately. Confirm the date and venue information before booking or arranging travel.

Will the course help me start a carpet cleaning business?

The listings include people considering setting up a cleaning business among their intended learners. The teaching develops technical cleaning knowledge, but it does not guarantee earnings or cover every requirement involved in establishing a business.

Choose your next training day

Learn carpet cleaning, upholstery cleaning or both.

Explore the classroom listings for the one-day courses and combined two-day training. Book the two-day option to save £50 compared with booking both one-day courses separately.

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