The Certificate in Architectural Hardware (CiAH) consists of two stages with 25 education modules covering everything an architectural ironmonger is required to know.
- Online course and examination, delivered in two stages which may be taken in one or two years
- Covers all aspects of architectural ironmongery products including door furniture, locks, closing devices, signage and scheduling to name a few modules
- The modules include helpful explanations, animations and video clips, all geared to engage learners in easily digestible chunks
- Unlimited self-tests
The CiAH is suitable for:
- Those who have completed the Foundation in Hardware course and want to continue to expand their knowledge
- Those who aren’t involved in the detail of architectural ironmongery in their day-to-day job but want to gain a deeper understanding of the industry
- Entry level practitioners looking to expand their knowledge of architectural ironmongery
- Locksmiths
- Builders merchants
- Staff on sales or trade counters
- Back of house staff at AI companies and many others
- Architectural Ironmongers, manufacturers, doorset manufacturers and distributors of architectural ironmongery