Expand your knowledge and skills with our comprehensive training courses.
With our world-leading equipment and training, a start-up cleaning business can hit the ground running. For existing businesses that want to grow their reputation for excellence, our courses make it easy to upskill good operators and on-board new employees. Our courses provide training to meet New Zealand industry standards. They are held at our Auckland premises in East Tamaki. Online training is available along with corporate bookings.
Bookings must be received at least three working days before course commencement. Cleaning Systems and Ascend Training offer three levels of cleaning industry training to meet your training requirements.


Upcoming Courses
Mon 9 Mar 2026
09:00 AM - 03:00 PM (1 day)
This foundation course is designed to teach the theory and practical skills required to successfully carry out methamphetamine decontamination work in a professional manner and in compliance with best industry practice.
Wed 11 Mar 2026 - Fri 13 Mar 2026
09:00 AM - 04:30 PM (3 days)
The IICRC Carpet Cleaning Technician (CCT) course teaches the fundamentals of effective carpet cleaning, ensuring the five industry approved carpet cleaning methods can be confidently applied when completing a job.
Wed 11 Mar 2026
09:00 AM NZDT - 03:30 PM NZDT (1 day)
This foundation course is designed to teach the theory and practical skills required to successfully carry out methamphetamine decontamination work in a professional manner and in compliance with best industry practice.
Mon 16 Mar 2026 - Wed 18 Mar 2026
08:00 AM - 04:00 PM (3 days)
The IICRC Water Damage Restoration Technician (WRT) course is designed to provide basic education for technicians and other materially interested parties in the science and practice of water damage restoration. This course will cover extraction, basic containment and basic mould procedures.
Thu 19 Mar 2026 - Sat 21 Mar 2026
08:00 AM - 04:00 PM (3 days)
The IICRC Water Damage Restoration Technician (WRT) course is designed to provide basic education for technicians and other materially interested parties in the science and practice of water damage restoration. This course will cover extraction, basic containment and basic mould procedures.
Mon 23 Mar 2026
08:00 AM - 03:00 PM (1 day)
This foundation course is designed to teach the theory and practical skills required to successfully carry out stain treatment work in a professional manner and in compliance with best industry practice.
More InformationAscend Foundation Courses are popular one or half-day training seminars for employees and self-employed individuals involved in the Cleaning, Restoration, and Pest Control Industries.
These courses focus on practical skills with real-life scenarios, complemented by a strong theoretical base. Students also receive ongoing support from an expert tutor after their training.
Ascend Foundation addresses local situations and industry standards using the latest globally accepted best practices and technology, based on proven business principles. Students will gain the skills and confidence to exceed customer expectations and deliver quality service profitably.

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Stay Certified with IICRC Continuing Education Credits (CECs)
To keep your IICRC certification active, you’ll need to earn
14 Continuing Education Credits (CECs) within your renewal cycle:
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Technicians – every 4 years
Inspectors & Advanced Certifications – every 2 years
Our Ascend Foundation Courses are IICRC-approved and count toward your required CECs.
Book your training today and tick off your CEC requirements while building valuable new skills.
Courses Include:
- Limited class numbers
- Morning Tea & Lunch
- Ascend manual & equipment required for training
- Certificate of Attendance
Corporate rates and private bookings are available.
For all training enquiries, please contact our training coordinator:
Freephone: 0800 100 117 (within NZ only)
Phone: +64 9 579 4114
Email: admin@cleaningsystems.co.nz

Entry level one day courses with theoretical and practical components focused on a strong foundation of competent, confident and professional delivery of services to relevant industry standards.
Carpet Cleaning to Industry Standard
Practical Skills for Cleaning Technicians
Resilient & Hard Floor Cleaning & Maintenance
Hazardous Environment Cleaning
Methamphetamine Decontamination to Industry Standard Course
Mould Remediation Course (MRT)
Upholstery and Fabric Cleaning (UFC)
Mould Assessment and Sampling Course
Introduction to Urban Pest Management Course
Unmatched in technical excellence, the IICRC Standards are developed to produce the highest quality concepts, terminology and procedures recognised in the cleaning industry.
IICRC Certification elevates your technical skill and therefore your business.
CSL was the first company to introduce IICRC Certified Training into NZ over 20 years ago. Training was delivered by qualified instructors from the USA. Today CSL has an inhouse team of IICRC qualified instructors.

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Stay Certified with IICRC Continuing Education Credits (CECs)
To keep your IICRC certification active, you’ll need to earn
14 Continuing Education Credits (CECs) within your renewal cycle:
-
Technicians – every 4 years
Inspectors & Advanced Certifications – every 2 years
Our Ascend and Expert Courses are IICRC-approved and count toward your required CECs.
Book your training today and tick off your CEC requirements while building valuable new skills.
Course Delivery:
- IICRC Expert training can be delivered online via zoom or in class.
- IICRC Expert Exams are taken either online via Proctor Free or in class.
- In depth training materials will be emailed in advance of the course
Corporate rates and scheduling are available for all Ascend Expert Courses.
For all training enquiries, please contact our training coordinator:
Freephone: 0800 100 117 (within NZ only)
Phone: +64 9 579 4114
Email: admin@cleaningsystems.co.nz
We are able to run these courses at other times if demand is high. Register your interest NOW and we can keep you informed.


Three-day specialist courses to become an IICRC certified industry expert.
IICRC Applied Microbial Remediation Technician (AMRT)
IICRC Carpet Cleaning Technician (CCT)
IICRC Contents and Processing Manager Technician (CPMT)
IICRC Carpet Repair & Re-Installation Technician (CRRT)
IICRC Fire & Smoke Restoration Technician (FSRT)
IICRC Health & Safety Technician (HST)
IICRC Odour Control Technician (OCT)
IICRC Stone, Masonary & Tile Care Technician (SMT)
IICRC Trauma & Crime Scene Technician (TCST)
IICRC Upholstery and Fabric Cleaning (UFT)
IICRC Water Damage Restoration Technician (WRT)
IICRC Building Moisture Inspection (BMI)
IICRC Building Construction Identification (BCI)
Our Ascend Qualified training programs are led by expert trainers with extensive industry experience. Participants who successfully complete the program will earn a recognized NZQA qualification.
Training Programme includes:
- Arranging and managing the enrollment and assessment/reporting process with Careerforce/NZQA, including Careerforce fees.
- Course reading materials prior to training and detailed training materials/guides.
- Class numbers are limited to ensure you get the attention and assistance that you need to support your learning.
- On going support by your assigned assessor to ensure achievement of all assessments.
For all training enquiries, please contact our training coordinator:
Freephone: 0800 100 117 (within NZ only)
Phone: +64 9 579 4114
Email: admin@cleaningsystems.co.nz

Short courses to obtain NZQA qualifications.
NZQA Approved Micro-Credential in Methamphetamine Sampling and Screening
NZQA Certificate in Pest Operations Level 3 – Urban Pest Management
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Our training courses offer comprehensive knowledge and practical skills for professional growth.

























