Certified Tile Installers

The Certified Tile Installer (CTI ) Program is a National Standard for Tile Installation to ensure that ceramic tile gets installed correctly the first time. Read what members of the tile industry say about installation certification. We've created 3 Tip Sheets to help you evaluate what's important for selecting the right tile installation professional for your project - whether you are a homeowner, an architect or a designer or a retailer looking for advice to offer customers. Every year, during Coverings you can witness the magic that happens when truly talented and Certified Tile Installers collaborate with brilliant designers in the Installation Design Showcase to complete fully tiled spaces.

The Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) is an educational institution that offers local, regional, and national training programs for consumers, installers, construction professionals, architects, designers, building inspectors and sales associates interested in the sale and installation of ceramic tile. The CTEF has numerous educational and training courses available covering all facets of tile and the installation process. Classes and certifications are conducted on a year around basis at the CTEF facility in Pendleton, SC, in addition to numerous satellite programs elsewhere in the United States.

To learn more, download the CTEF Corporate Sponsor Kit which includes specific details on the different sponsorship levels and a pledge form for the 2021 Sponsorship Drive. The Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) provides education and installer certification for professionals working in the ceramic tile and stone industry. The CTEF Certified Tile Installer (CTI) program is the only third-party assessment of installer skill and knowledge which is recognized by the tile industry.

Scroll down just a bit for find the calendar list of upcoming certification and training events. If you aren't sure when to register for the Hands-on portion of the Certified Tile Installer program, don't worry! Register for the CTI Certification Self-Study Written Test (at the top of the calendar), complete the written portion and then contact Cathey McAlister via email to let her know which CTI event you will attend. 7:09 am until 4:00 pm. This test is conveniently scheduled the day after the Schluter Innovation Workshop.