The CiAH is a self-led online course comprising 28 separate modules which together cover everything an architectural ironmonger is required to know.
The course is delivered in two stages, which may be taken in one year or two.
Subjects covered include:
- Doors and door furniture
- Locks
- Closing devices
- Signage
- Electric hardware and access control
- Scheduling
- Standards and regulation
Why study this course?
The benefits of completing this course include:
- Learn to make informed decisions when working with particular products and materials.
- Develop a broad understanding of relevant best practices and industry standards.
- Become eligible to study a GAI diploma course (and then progress via continuing professional development to GAI Registered Professional status).
- The top three CiAH learners are invited to the annual GAI Education Awards and presented with a cash prize.