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RIA's Certified Restorer Body of Knowledge Now Available

August 23, 2017

The complete guide for those pursing excellence in restoration education and training. 

The restoration profession has grown rapidly over the past four decades – with more and more public and private organizations requiring the services of qualified restoration contractors and specifically, the training and expertise of Certified Restorers. Solid knowledge of professional restoration procedures, combined with a growing understanding of the science associated with restoration methods, have moved the profession to a higher profile with the public and private sector, insurance companies, government agencies, and humanitarian groups.

The RIA Certified Restorer Body of Knowledge is a trailblazing document for the restoration industry. Available free to the industry from RIA, this document is intended to provide an update on the changing and expanding restoration industry. It is organized to cover primary knowledge sections that follow core competencies and levels of understanding. Also conveyed are how elements of the restoration profession are interrelated, enabling the Certified Restorer to succeed.

For a copy of The Certified Restorer Body of Knowledge, please click here to receive a complimentary download.

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