Certification Program
ATA’s Professional Certification Program recognizes individuals for superior knowledge, skills, experience, and dedication to excellence in a variety of specialty fabric product and management categories.
Program Eligibility
Must have a minimum of three years’ experience in the manufacture of marine products for anyone seeking the Master Fabric Craftsman certification.
Certification must also include an accumulation of 10 credits in the following areas:
- Time in the Industry
- Service on a Board or Committee
- Awards Competition Judge
- College Degree/Technical College/Trade School
- Attend Workshop or Symposium
- Write an article for an industry magazine
Application Process
Applicants complete an application, sign a Code of Ethics and pay a fee of $275 member / $400 nonmember.
Certification Phases
Applicants must successfully complete phases that include a report and a written exam.
Certification Renewal
Applicants are required to renew their certification designation every 3 years. Renewal includes a fee of $100 member /$175 nonmember, along with the accumulation of 15 credits in the following areas:
- Board or Committee Member
- Attend Workshop/Symposium
- Enter Awards Competition
- Judge for Awards/Certification Program
- Buddy for a Certification Candidate
- Presenter/Speaker
- Write an article for a magazine
- Technical College/Community College/University course
Master Fabric Craftsman Objectives
Demonstrates superior ability and knowledge of craftsmanship standards required for marine canvas products, includes designing, fabricating, and installation.
Interested In Certification?
Certification is available for the awning and marine canvas industries and for anyone seeking a fabrication management certification in the advanced textile industry. Contact Christine Gerard, Member Programs Supervisor | 651-225-6926 | christine.gerard@textiles.org
