ARCS Academy

Expand Your Knowledge. Strengthen Your Skills.

Welcome to ARCS Academy — the educational platform from the Association of Rug Care Specialists designed to help rug care professionals build foundational knowledge and continue advancing their expertise.


As ARCS Academy grows, additional educational opportunities and specialized training courses will be added. Explore our first course below.


All classes and events are subject to rescheduling, postponement, or cancellation if ARCS or the host member determines the circumstances are unsafe to hold the class or event. We appreciate your understanding and flexibility in these difficult and unusual time.

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Intro to Rug Care
Intro to Rug Care
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Intro to Rug Care

Intro to Rug Care

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Intro to Rug Care is a foundational course designed to give professionals a comprehensive understanding of rug types, construction, and proper cleaning techniques.

From identification and pre-inspection to washing, drying, and problem-solving, this course builds the essential knowledge needed to handle rugs with confidence and care. It's the starting point for anyone looking to improve quality, reduce risk, and deliver better results.

Topics Include:

  • Rug identification and construction basics
  • Pre-inspection best practices
  • Cleaning methods and washing techniques
  • Drying procedures
  • Troubleshooting and problem-solving
  • Risk reduction and quality control
  • Industry best practices

Whether you are training new employees or expanding your own expertise, Intro to Rug Care provides a strong foundation for delivering better results and creating confidence in rug handling.

Getting started with ARCS Academy is simple.

Step 1: Request Group Administrator Access
To enroll in ARCS Academy, begin by emailing academy@rugcarespecialists.org and requesting access as a Group Administrator for your company.

Please include:

  • Your name
  • Company name
  • Email address

Step 2: Receive Your Login Credentials
Once your request has been reviewed and approved, you will receive your unique login credentials.

Step 3: Access ARCS Academy
Visit: academy.rugcarespecialists.org
Log in and begin managing your company's training access.

Step 4: Enroll Your Employees
After logging in, you can enroll employees and assign courses directly through the ARCS Academy platform.

Need Help Getting Started?
Once you've received your login credentials, visit our tutorial video for guidance on using the ARCS Academy platform and managing your team.

Watch Tutorial Video