If you’re ready to build a practical skillset that opens doors to immediate work in the construction trades, GateWay Community College has a new opportunity for you. The Basic Floor Installation Program offers focused, hands-on training designed to launch you into a career in flooring—one of the most in-demand segments of the skilled trades industry. And not only is it fast, it's also highly affordable. Eligible students may qualify for a $2,500 scholarship, dropping the out-of-pocket cost to around $300.
🛠️ What Makes This Program Special?
In just 10 weeks, you'll receive 300 hours of hands-on instruction covering all the essentials of floor installation. The program is small and focused—with seats capped at just 10 students—so you get personalized attention from industry professionals and real-world training you can take straight to the jobsite.
Unlike many classroom-only courses, this one is built around doing: from measuring and layout to cutting, fitting, and setting carpet, hardwood, resilient (like vinyl), and tile flooring. You learn with the actual tools and materials professionals use every day, making sure you’re job-ready from day one.
📅 Program Details At a Glance
Here’s a snapshot of the essentials:
- 📆 Duration: 10 weeks / 300 hours
- 💰 Cost: $2,800 (materials and supplies included)
- 🕗 Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
- 🏫 Location: Washington Campus, Phoenix, AZ
- 📅 Next Cohort: February 9 – April 3
Whether you’re new to construction or looking to expand your skillset, this structured schedule gives you time to learn deeply, ask questions, and practice every technique until you feel confident.
🎓 What You’ll Learn
Over the course of the program, students build competency in key areas:
- Carpet installation fundamentals – from layout to finishing edges
- Hardwood flooring techniques – including precision cutting and nailing/planking
- Resilient flooring basics – perfect for vinyl, linoleum, and similar surfaces
- Tile flooring foundations – setting and grouting techniques
- Measuring & layout skills – accurate preparation for flawless installs
- Tool safety & jobsite best practices – essential for real-world work environments
By combining hands-on practice with industry-aligned training curriculum provided by the Floor Covering Education Foundation (FCEF), you’ll not only gain skills, you’ll understand why they matter on the job.
💸 Financial Support & Affordability
One of the most exciting parts of this program is its accessibility. Eligible students may qualify for a $2,500 scholarship, dropping the out-of-pocket cost to around $300—which works out to roughly a dollar per hour of training. This makes high-quality trade education far more attainable.
🚀 Ready to Get Started?
Seats in the Basic Floor Installation Program fill up fast due to the hands-on nature and limited enrollment. GateWay’s enrollment team can help you:
- Check scholarship eligibility
- Discuss your goals and fit
- Secure your spot before the next cohort begins
Whether you’re starting a new career or building on existing skills, this program gives you the tools, experience, and confidence to step into the workforce with real capability and confidence. Email Maureen at [email protected] to get started now.