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General Maintenance Certification Program 

The General Maintenance Certification Certification Program is a comprehensive training and education program for Maintenance Workers or Custodians.  The program consists of modules of study related the participants profession.  Each module has an assessment for which participants must complete with a passing score of 80% or higher.  The program provides 3 distinct levels of certification. Participants must keep their certification up-to-date by completing 8 hours of Approved Continuing Education within a Fiscal Year (July 1 to June 30). 

The General Maintenance Certification Program is offered On-Line at our On-Line University.  Once registered, Participants will receive a URL link along with a username and password to begin courses.  Please allow 24 hours for setup.  

To become a participating District please review over the GMCP Administrator Book:  GMCP Program Administrator Book

Level 1 Maintenance Certification 

Total Hours for completion:  20 

Topics in module: 16

Member Cost:  $400.00 

Non-Member Cost: $750.00

Topics: 

        • Introduction to school systems
        • Introduction to maintenance duties
        • Fundamentals of electricity
        • Fundamentals of plumbing
        • Fundamentals of HVAC
        • Fundamentals of paints, stains, and applications
        • Fundamentals of door and window hardware
        • Introduction to pesticides
        • Introduction to pest control
        • Introduction to foundations
        • Introduction to roofing systems and structures
        • Introduction to flooring types
        • Teamwork and working with different personalities
        • Introduction to mold and mildew
        • Mower safety and maintenance
        • Introduction to ceiling types 

Register for GMCP-Maintenance Certification 


Level 1 Custodial Certification 

Total Hours for completion:  20 

Topics in module: 12

Member Cost:  $400.00 

Non-Member Cost: $750.00

Topics:

        • Introduction to School Systems
        • Introduction to basic custodial duties
        • Introduction to cleaning chemicals
        • Introduction to paints, stains and surfaces
        • Introduction to germs, viruses, and bacteria’s
        • Best practices for room-by-room cleaning
        • Floors and floor care equipment
        • Maintaining floors and other surfaces
        • Restroom care Carpet and upholstery care
        • Working with difficult people
        • Introduction to specialized cleaning equipment
        • Introduction to time management
Register for GMCP-Custodial Certification 


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