Accreditation program?

I know this is in operation in the US. How is it going and is it recognised as a selling tool over another tinter who hasn't got it?
devil

In my opinion it isn't worth We have certificates for a variety of training programs, but it has yet to be the difference maker in getting the job.
I think all of the programs charge you to take the test, but any idiot can pass the test if they do a little studying for it. They never take into account the ability you have to do quality work. I have yet to see any of these "experts" who administer these tests to come out and spend some time watching you work to make sure that you know what you're doing.
I can read a book on how to do brain surgery, and answer some basic questions about it, but I don't think that anybody is willing to have me cut their head open because I have been "accredited".
Make up your own certificate and save yourself the $$$.

Good one n@zi.

yeah, i am a accredited flatglass installer. the customers dont care. dont waste a day of your life taking the class to get it.

Easy question..a newbie goes to a 4 day workshop and gets a certicicate (I have no certificate of any sort...never existed when I started) He's now more qualified after being in business in under a week??? I think not.

Yeah...you'll lose more money taking the time off work than what the "paper" is worth.

It's about the same concept as stereo installer's certificates, although the guys that go to school for stereo installation come back with some real knowledge, the customer still doesn't give a rat's behind.

flatglass accreditation = THE REAL TINT PAPERS

Guys,
I thought as much!
I've spoken to many a fellow tinter who agree with you and I and these are guys have vast experience too.
I think a program must include practical real time, real world installing before any judgement can be made for a certificate to be granted. Even then it should be done by a very experienced fitter who knows what he is on about the moment an applicate picks up a squeegee. Not someone flying a film desk who knows Jack Shiot about film.
Devil

I really think it depends on your customers. If you are installing for the same price as a guy with an unmarked truck, it may make a difference to a residential customer (justifies the price - shows you care). If you are installing commercial.. who cares..... what does your install look like.... how are your prices. Personally, i think that the info the iwfa distributes for it's cert can set you apart from other installers, if you use it in your sales.