Credentials for Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners
11 credential programs ladder toward this occupation. Median wage on completion: $35,930 · projected growth +1.9%. See full occupation profile →
Diploma
Building Construction Technology
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Oneida-Huntsville
$7,435 cost
Certification
CIMS Certified Expert (CCE)
ISSA
$500 cost
Evaluate cleaning operations to optimize performance in resource-constrained environmentsAnalyze workflows and redeploy resources to reduce costs while maintaining service qualityImplement budget-conscious strategies to improve cleaning and maintenance operationsPrepare organizations for CIMS certification by aligning processes with required standardsGuide organizations through achieving CIMS certification using industry best practicesTrain teams on cleaning industry best practices to improve operational effectiveness
Certification
CSIA Certified Chimney Sweep (CCS)
Chimney Safety Institute of America
Evaluate and maintain chimney and venting systemsIdentify chimney construction components in masonry and factory‑built systemsApply fire science principles to prevent creosote formation and manage smoke and draft issuesConduct Level 1–3 chimney inspections in compliance with NFPA 211 standardsDocument chimney system hazards and inspection findings according to industry requirementsImplement safety protocols for personal protection, homeowner safety, and hazardous material handling
Certification
Carpet Cleaning Technician (CCT)
Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification
Perform carpet cleaning techniques and procedures, including pre-inspection, fabric identification, basic cleaning chemicals and equipmentClean carpets in commercial and residential buildingsComplete warranty work for various carpet mills and manufacturersInspect and identify specific fabrics to properly choose the right cleaning procedures
Certification
Color Repair Technician (CRT)
Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification
Color correct or repair nylon and wool textile materialsIdentify and clean carpet, restoring it back to its original shadeRecognize different methods of dyeing procedures to perform color repairRepair improperly dyed fabrics to restore color fibers
Certification
Commercial Carpet Maintenance Technician (CCMT)
Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification
Understand the importance of preventative, daily, interim, and deep cleaning and how they contribute to the overall success of the commercial carpet maintenance
Diploma
Electrical And Plumbing Construction
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Dickson
Certification
Odor Control Technician (OCT)
Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification
Address odors caused by biological sources such as decomposition, urine contamination, moldAddress odors caused by combustion sources such as fire and smoke damageAddress odors caused by chemical sources such as fuel oil spills or volatile organic chemicals
Certification
Rug Cleaning Technician (RCT)
Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification
Know cleaning theory, practical application, hands-on techniquesUnderstand cleaning limitationsProvide the correct cleaning methods to a variety of rug types
Certification
Stone, Masonry and Ceramic Tile Cleaning Technician (SMT)
Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification
Perform maintenance-related tasks involving stone, masonry, and ceramic tile surfaces
Certification
Upholstery and Fabric Cleaning Technician (UFT)
Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification
Demonstrate knowledge of fabric and fiber content and furniture constructionIdentify limitations and potential cleaning-related problems on a given piece of upholstery