2022 Course Offerings Include On-Site, Virtual, and a Combination of Both
The Drycleaning and Laundry Institute released plans for its School of Drycleaning Technology courses throughout 2022. This year DLI offers a host of options for students, including On-Site Courses, Virtual Courses, and Blended Learning (a combination of virtual and on-site training).
“We’re excited to offer our courses in these formats to allow students better access to DLI’s educational opportunities,” said Brian Johnson, DLI’s Director of Education. “We understand that taking time to travel and attend courses isn’t for everyone, particularly in the current travel environment. Our new virtual courses allow students to learn without having to travel at all.”
Blended Learning Courses
New for 2022, DLI is offering its Introduction to Drycleaning Course in a blended learning format, composed of seven days of virtual training and two days of on-site training at DLI’s School of Drycleaning Technology in Laurel, Maryland.
The course includes all the traditional aspects of the Introduction to Drycleaning Course (the complete course description is listed under On-Site Courses).
Blended Learning Introduction to Drycleaning Course (9 Days)
June 7, 9 (virtual)
June 14, 16 (virtual)\
June 21, 23(virtual)
June 28 (virtual)
July 14 – 15 (on site)
On-Site Courses
There will be three offerings each of DLI’s signature traditional in-person Introduction to Drycleaning and Advanced Drycleaning series that teach students the drycleaning trade for one week and two weeks, respectively.
DLI’s On-Site Introduction to Drycleaning and On-Site Advanced Drycleaning courses run consecutively. Students who take both courses back-to-back receive a discounted rate.
On-Site Introduction to Drycleaning Course (5 Days)
DLI’s On-Site Introduction to Drycleaning Course is suited for experienced individuals or those who are new to the industry. It will run Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at DL’s School of Drycleaning Technology in Laurel, MD.
Some of the topics that will be explored during the one-week course include: sorting loads for drycleaning; drycleaning science; fibers and their characteristics; fabric construction; cleaning silk, satin and other fabrics; soil and cleaning theory; operating a drycleaning machine; and stain removal chemistry and procedures including removing ink, coffee, grease and other stains from clothing.
Students will also learn how to press pants, coats and skirts, as well as use tensioning equipment to improve finishing quality.
Tuition for DLI’s On-Site Introduction to Drycleaning Course is $1,595 for non-members. DLI members receive discounts ranging from 20% off to absolutely free depending on membership level.
On-Site Advanced Drycleaning Course (10 Days)
DLI’s On-Site Advanced Drycleaning Course runs immediately after the On-Site Introduction to Drycleaning course.
The two-week course is better suited for those who have finished the introductory course or who have hands-on production experience and knowledge of basic stain removal and finishing techniques.
Course topics include: designing a cleaning plant with the most effective work flow; pressing laundered shirts; understanding the differences between solvents including perc, GreenEarth and hydrocarbon; getting clean, white laundry; cleaning and preserving wedding gowns; current regulations facing the industry; customer service techniques for cleaners; and using bleaches without damaging fabric color.
Tuition for DLI’s On-Site Advanced Drycleaning Course is $2,195 for non-members. DLI members receive discounts ranging from 20% off to absolutely free depending on membership level.
Spring 2022
On-Site Introduction to Drycleaning Course
March 7 – 11
On-Site Advanced Drycleaning Course
March 14 – 25
Summer 2022
On-Site Introduction to Drycleaning Course
August 8 – 12
On-Site Advanced Drycleaning Course
August 15 – 26
Fall 2022
On-Site Introduction to Drycleaning Course
October 17 – 21
On-Site Advanced Drycleaning Course
October 24 – November 4
On-Site General Drycleaning Course
Students taking DLI’s On-Site Introduction to Drycleaning and On-Site Advanced Drycleaning Courses together enjoy a reduced tuition rate of $2,895 per student for non-members. DLI members receive discounts ranging from 20% off to absolutely free depending on membership level.
Virtual Stain Removal Course
DLI is offering two sessions of its Virtual Stain Removal Class covering everything from fiber identification and characteristics to stain removal chemistry and procedures to using bleaches and specialty products such as digesters, amyl acetate and acetone to assist in the spotting process.
Classes meet virtually over seven days.
Spring 2022 Virtual Stain Removal Course (7 Days)
April 26, 28
May 3, 5
May 10, 12
May 17
Fall 2022 Virtual Stain Removal Course (7 Days)
September 13, 15
September 20, 22
September 27, 29
October 4
Tuition for DLI’s Virtual Stain Removal Course is $695 for non-members. DLI members receive discounts ranging from 20% off to absolutely free depending on membership level.
Strength in Numbers
All professional drycleaning and laundry businesses are invited to join DLI and participate in these programs at discounted rates, access DLI’s on-demand training video library, and enjoy the many benefits of DLI Membership. Call 800-638-2627 or visit DLIonline.org/Membership for more information. New members will receive a new membership package containing significant savings totaling more than $2,000 off from industry manufacturers, distributors, and service suppliers.
For more information or to register for any of DLI’s courses, contact DLI at (800) 638-2627 or visit www.dlionline.org.
