US Floor Academy
Learn how the work is actually done.
Free, self-paced installation courses with a certificate on completion. Built for people who want to develop real skills - whether you are changing careers, growing your capabilities, or just want to understand what a professional installation actually involves.
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Certificates from US Floor Academy confirm completion of a training course. They are not professional licenses and do not guarantee employment, placement on our installer list, or a specific rate of pay. All certificates say this plainly.
Course catalog
Tile installation
Beginner to intermediate6 hours · self-paced
Certificate awarded
Tile Installation Fundamentals Certificate
What this course covers
·Substrate prep and waterproofing
·Layout and planning
·Mortar, thinset, and adhesives
·Cutting techniques
·Grouting and sealing
·Natural stone - handling, variation, and sealer requirements
Safety module links to Cal-OSHA and NIOSH guidance on silica dust from cutting stone, quartz, and porcelain.
Cabinet installation
Beginner to intermediate5 hours · self-paced
Certificate awarded
Cabinet Installation Fundamentals Certificate
What this course covers
·Layout and site assessment
·Locating studs and planning anchors
·Upper cabinet installation
·Base cabinet leveling and fastening
·Face frames, doors, and adjustments
·Filler strips and trim
Flooring installation
Beginner to intermediate5 hours · self-paced
Certificate awarded
Flooring Installation Fundamentals Certificate
What this course covers
·Subfloor inspection and prep
·Hardwood - nail-down, glue-down, and floating methods
·LVP and laminate - click and glue systems
·Transitions and thresholds
·Moisture testing and vapor barriers
·Pattern flooring and herringbone layouts
Video library
DIY homeowner guides
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How to clean and seal natural stone tile
8 min
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Replacing a broken tile without disturbing the surrounding tiles
11 min
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Adjusting cabinet door hinges for alignment
5 min
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Removing and replacing grout in a shower
14 min
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Cleaning luxury vinyl plank: what works and what damages it
7 min
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Resealing a quartz countertop
6 min
How we do it - our process
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Our full kitchen tile installation: from demo to final grout
22 min
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How we plan a cabinet layout before anything is ordered
16 min
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Herringbone hardwood flooring: how we handle the cuts
18 min
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Curbless shower waterproofing: our process
12 min
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Material selection walk-through with a client
20 min
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Our post-install inspection checklist
9 min
Start with any course. It's free.
All three courses are self-paced and at no cost. A certificate is issued once you pass the final assessment.