Nationwide IICRC Training New Zealand
IICRC Certification and Training for the Cleaning and Restoration Industry.
IICRC Certified Training| Nationwide Programmes
Join us in March 2026 for Training with:
USA IICRC Instructor, Mark Cornelius. With more than 40+ years of experience, Mark has been an approved IICRC instructor since 2008 and is an IICRC Triple Master. He is founder of EMTA Training School in Marietta, Georgia (USA) and is the current Vice President of the IICRC Global.
AUS Instructor, Chris Kissin. Founder of Cleaning and Restoration Australia and Australia's Clean and Restore Institute, Chris brings 20+ years of industry experience and expertise.
We have facilitated IICRC certification to many businesses in New Zealand and know how vital safety, process and knowledge is to our industry. Start your journey with us today.
Gain Industry-Leading Skills with IICRC Certified Training
At The Restoration Group New Zealand, we deliver professional, IICRC-certified training programmes designed to elevate restoration and remediation professionals across the country. Each course blends hands-on learning with internationally recognised standards, giving participants the confidence and credentials to tackle real-world restoration challenges.
Why Professionals Choose Our Training:
IICRC Certified Courses Every programme meets the globally recognised Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) standards.
Tailored for New Zealand Conditions Our courses incorporate regional examples, climate considerations and equipment relevant to the New Zealand and Australasian restoration industry.
Hands-On Learning Training sessions combine classroom theory with practical demonstrations — from structural drying and containment through to odour control and microbial remediation.
Nationwide Access Held in Auckland and Christchurch and regional centres, with online learning options also available.
In-house Private Training We can come to you, if you would like to bring the sessions in-house we are happy to cater to this, contact us today for special rates.
Core IICRC Training Courses Include:
Water Damage Restoration Technician (WRT) – foundational skills in extraction, drying and moisture assessment.
Applied Microbial Remediation Technician (AMRT) – advanced mould and microbial remediation techniques.
Fire & Smoke Restoration Technician (FSRT) – practical training in soot removal, odour neutralisation and fire-damage recovery.
Others available: Health & Safety, Upholstery & Fabric Cleaning Technician, Trauma Crime Scene Technician
Custom In-House Training – tailored sessions based on your team’s specific needs and equipment.
With nationwide availability and IICRC Trainers, The Restoration Group provides the expertise and certification that restoration professionals across New Zealand trust.
Meet the Trainers:
Gain Industry-Leading Skills with IICRC Certified Training
At The Restoration Group New Zealand, we deliver professional, IICRC-certified training programmes designed to elevate restoration and remediation professionals across the country. Each course blends hands-on learning with internationally recognised standards, giving participants the confidence and credentials to tackle real-world restoration challenges.
Why Professionals Choose Our Training:
IICRC Certified Courses Every programme meets the globally recognised Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) standards.
Tailored for New Zealand Conditions Our courses incorporate regional examples, climate considerations and equipment relevant to the New Zealand and Australasian restoration industry.
Hands-On Learning Training sessions combine classroom theory with practical demonstrations — from structural drying and containment through to odour control and microbial remediation.
Nationwide Access Held in Auckland and Christchurch and regional centres, with online learning options also available.
In-house Private Training We can come to you, if you would like to bring the sessions in-house we are happy to cater to this, contact us today for special rates.
Core IICRC Training Courses Include:
Water Damage Restoration Technician (WRT) – foundational skills in extraction, drying and moisture assessment.
Applied Microbial Remediation Technician (AMRT) – advanced mould and microbial remediation techniques.
Fire & Smoke Restoration Technician (FSRT) – practical training in soot removal, odour neutralisation and fire-damage recovery.
Others available: Health & Safety, Upholstery & Fabric Cleaning Technician, Trauma Crime Scene Technician
Custom In-House Training – tailored sessions based on your team’s specific needs and equipment.
With nationwide availability and IICRC Trainers, The Restoration Group provides the expertise and certification that restoration professionals across New Zealand trust.
MARK CORNELIUS
Founder/Owner of EMTA, Emergency Mitigation Technician Academy
3rd Vice President Executive Committee, IICRC Global
Based in Georgia USA, Mark has over 40 years of experience in the restoration and cleaning industry. He has worked his way up from a carpet and upholstery cleaning technician to being the Vice President and owner of a disaster restoration company since 2021. Mark is also a seasoned consultant for large loss projects. In 2011, Mark began teaching IICRC-approved classes and, by 2015, had established his own approved IICRC school.
He travels extensively to teach in the US, Canada, and Australia. Mark is an IICRC Triple Master and is certified to instruct multiple IICRC courses, including AMRT, CCT, FSRT, OCT, TCST, and WRT. He also teaches Health and Safety courses. Mark has published numerous articles in trade journals and spoken at industry conferences. He serves on several IICRC committees and co-chairs the OCT, as well as the S540 and S320.
Married to Rashelle for 31 years, who is also an accomplished instructor in the restoration field, they share two grown children, Alexandra and Devon. Mark is a blackbelt in Taekwondo and has volunteered as a firefighter and an EMT-I for many years. He is also a qualified NPQ Fire Instructor 1. Mark’s passion for the restoration industry remains strong, and he is committed to shaping the future of IICRC and its registrants.
Mark Cornelius
Trains: IICRC AMRT, CCT, FSRT, OCT, TCST, and WRT
Chris Kissin
Director, Cleaning & Restoration Services Australia Pty Ltd
Director, Clean & Restore Institute
Based in Brisbane, Australia - Chris started in the cleaning and restoration industry almost 20 years ago. He has gained knowledge and sought out professional training in Australia and the United States, obtaining high distinctions in many certificates. Chris's main core value is providing a high level of customer service and satisfaction.
He has gained Water Loss Specialist (WLS) certification through the RIA, additionally is IICRC Certified Master Water Restorer, Master Fire & Smoke Restorer, Master Textile Cleaner.
In 2024 Chris became an IICRC approved instructor and started the Clean and Restore Institute, Training Australia-wide. He brings passion along with a friendly disposition, keen to share knowledge in Australia and New Zealand.
Chris Kissin
WLS, IICRC CCT Instructor
Terms:
Deposit payment is required to confirm course place and is non-refundable.
0-30 Days prior to start, 100% payment is required.
Substitutions are allowed. Transfers are possible only within this 2 week training block in July 2025 (for example you can change from the WRT to FSRT) by contacting us info@restorationgroup.co.nz 24 hours prior to the registered course starting. Administration fee applies.
Cancellation 30+ days, balance (less deposit) is credited.
Cancellations 0-30 days prior to start - no credit will be issued.
Questions: 06-835-0065 or info@restorationgroup.co.nz
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