The Guild of Architectural Ironmongers’ (GAI) is offering a Certificate in Architectural Hardware as a self-led, online course and examination in two stages. It is the GAI says particularly for those working in related warehouse and trade counter roles, scheduling and estimating, customer service, technical support, sales and administration.
Those who complete Stage 1 will be competent in making informed decisions when working with products and materials, and will have an understanding of best practices and industry standards, the trade body says. Stage 2 shows learners how to apply product and industry knowledge. It goes more in-depth into the industry and components such as fire door hardware, access control systems and intermediate scheduling.
After the certificate, students can continue with the GAI Diploma. This focuses on the skills needed for scheduling the architectural ironmongery, electric hardware and key control for a project. This is particularly for architectural ironmongers working on projects done to UK and European standards.
Rachel Tipton, GAI education manager, says: “Now more than ever, there is a huge focus on the competency of professionals specifying products. It isn’t just a case of choosing a handle or a hinge based purely on cost or because it looks nice. Architectural ironmongery plays a key role in the safety and security of people and property; it isn’t something you can afford to get wrong.
“Completing a GAI qualification provides door hardware professionals with the evidence to show architects and contractors that they have the skills and knowledge to create a compliant, effective solution that allows all building users to move around the building safely.”
Enrolments will close on December 18. Visit: www.bit.ly/GAI-Education-Hub.
Pictured courtesy of the GAI; an IAI (Institute of Architectural Ironmongers) CPD session in Dubai last year.
