Advanced Stain Treatment (AST)
Course Length: 1 day
Course Price: $695 + GST (corporate rates and scheduling available)

Attend this 1-Day Course to receive 7 CEC’s
Earn IICRC CEC’s while you learn — book your place now.
Course Overview
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.
There is a strong practical component to the course in order that trainees can gain hands-on experience in identifying carpets and fabrics as well as product, methodology and equipment selection and use. Each trainee will receive access to the instructor to cover topics which are of particular importance to the trainee as well as course resources which will be useful to the trainee in their future practice.
Standards and Regulations Covered
This course refers to:
- Health & Safety at Work (Hazardous Substances) Regulations 2017;
- AS/NZS 3733:2018 Standards New Zealand – Textile Floor Coverings – Cleaning Maintenance of Residential and Commercial Carpeting; and
- IICRC S100 – Standard for Professional Cleaning of Textile Floor Coverings.
Recommended Prerequisites
It is strongly recommended that trainees have completed the Ascend Foundation Carpet Cleaning to Industry Standard (also available in Mandarin) course prior to undertaking AST.
For all training bookings and enquiries, please contact our training coordinator:
Freephone: 0800 100 117 (within NZ only)
Phone: +64 9 579 4114
Email: admin@cleaningsystems.co.nz
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Advanced Stain Treatment course?
The course runs for 1 day and awards 7 IICRC CECs on completion.
What standards does the course follow?
The course is delivered in compliance with the Health & Safety at Work (Hazardous Substances) Regulations 2017, AS/NZS 3733:2018 (Textile Floor Coverings), and IICRC S100.
Do I need to complete other courses first?
It’s strongly recommended you complete the Ascend Foundation Carpet Cleaning to Industry Standard and Carpet Cleaning Practical courses before this one, as AST builds on those foundation skills.
Are corporate rates available?
Yes — corporate rates and scheduling are available; contact the training coordinator for details.

