ISSA, the worldwide cleaning industry association, has relaunched its comprehensive online learning platform for cleaning professionals and the public, rebranded as the ISSA Online Learning Center.
The full-scale online learning platform provides easy access to foundational and advanced workshops and courses for cleaning industry professionals.
The ISSA Online Learning Center offers a variety of in-depth educational tools that enable individuals to expand their skillsets, and it now also provides new opportunities to achieve certifications and earn continuing education credits.
Users can explore different course options across seven tracks developed by ISSA and its specialty businesses and divisions: the Cleaning Management Institute (CMI), the Cleaning Industry Management Standard (CIMS), the Global Biorisk Advisory Council (GBAC) Academy, the Association of Residential Cleaning Services International (ARCSI) Learning, and the Indoor Environmental Healthcare and Hospitality Association (IEHA).
The resources are intended to be of valuable use for frontline custodians and housekeepers, building service contractors, residential cleaners, and facility managers across a variety of sectors.
Courses include “Infectious Disease Awareness in The Workplace: COVID-19 Considerations,” “CIMS Certification Expert (C.C.E.) Workshop,” “COVID-19: What House Cleaning Professionals Need to Know,” and more.
Both ISSA members and the public have access to courses, and select courses also are available in a variety of languages including English, Spanish, French, Italian, and Chinese.
“The ISSA Online Learning Center delivers instant access to education and certification opportunities,” said ISSA Executive Director John Barrett. “By enhancing individuals’ professional development and helping them stay current on the latest best practices, we are further professionalizing the industry and supporting public health and safety.”
“Relevant and engaging training is integral to helping organizations improve their businesses and communities,” said ISSA Director of Education, Training, Certification, and Standards Brant Insero. “ISSA is committed to providing a robust catalogue of resources for its members and the entire cleaning industry, and we look forward to seeing how these tools make a difference.”
