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CDI is dedicated to professionalism through its one of a kind Certification Program and the support it provides garage door technicians across Canada.

Rolling Steel Door Fire Course

November 4, 2025 - November 5, 2025
08:00 AM - 12:30 PM 2025-11-04 08:00 AM 2025-11-05 12:30 PM Rolling Steel Door Fire Course America/New_York

Oasis Convention Centre - 1036 Lakeshore Rd E, Mississauga, ON L5E 1E4

*TO REGISTER FOR THIS COURSE, TECHNICIANS MUST HAVE 2 YEARS INSTALLATION EXPERIENCE WITH ROLLING STEEL FIRE DOORS.

IDEA has established a program to validate the credentials of individuals who have experience and skills in the installation and service of Rolling Steel Fire Doors.

Fire doors are an important component to public safety. These products are specifically designed to protect property and minimize damage resulting from accidental fires. This essential safety feature, when properly installed and maintained, not only reduces financial loss in the event of a fire emergency, it also protects lives.

Technician expertise is an essential element of a safely and properly functioning fire door. The Institute of Door Dealer Education and Accreditation has established a program to validate the credentials of individuals who have experience and skills in the installation and service of Rolling Steel Fire Doors.

Once the course is completed and exam is passed, a technician is not yet certified until they perform drop tests.

Applicants must submit drop test forms to IDEA on a points-earned basis. One point will be granted for unique new installations and 1/2 point for each annual drop test or other drop test of a previously installed rolling steel fire door. Up to two applicants may earn points based on a single drop test form. Applicants must submit forms earning a minimum of 10 points.

Eligible technicians are those who:

In addition to meeting the qualifying criteria, applicants must successfully pass a written examination based on a comprehensive study guide published by IDEA. Applicants should be advised that the Rolling Steel Fire Door Technician Certification examination is based on a high degree of difficulty and is designed to validate exceptional expertise rather than fundamental knowledge. Student MUST study in advance using the Study Guide within the course confirmation email.

Upon completing all of these steps and passing the written examination, the applicant is awarded the designation Certified Rolling Steel Fire Door Technician.

Are you a technician that has already taken the exam, but didn't receive a passing grade? You can register to re-write the exam here.

*The Institute of Door Education and Accreditation (IDEA) is an independent, non-profit, tax-exempt 501(c)(3) educational foundation, dedicated to serving the public interest by enhancing professionalism and safety within the door systems industry. IDEA is supported and partially funded by the International Door Association and the Door and Access Systems Manufacturers Association.

Course Agenda

Tuesday, November 4, 2025

  • 7:00 am: Registration & Continental Breakfast
  • 8:00 am - 4:30 pm: Course (includes 2 breaks and lunch)

Wednesday, November 5, 2025

  • 7:15 am - Continental Breakfast
  • 8:00 am - 10:00 am Re-cap 
  • 10:00 am - 10:30 am  Early lunch with Sandwiches
  • 10:30 am - 4 hour Written Exam

Registration fees

Before October 15, 2025:
Technician from CDI Member Company: $550.00

After October 15, 2025:
Technician from CDI Member Company: $615.00

Non-Member Fee: $800.00

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Sponsorship Opportunities

GOLD - $2000

Includes 

  • 2 complimentary registrations
  • logo on all course broadcasts
  • logo on course web page
  • Social media recognition (ability for sponsor to provide video)

Choice of:

Presentation Sponsor - SOLD
  • Ability to provide opening remarks 
  • In meeting room signage
LUNCH Sponsor - SOLD
  • Signage at lunch stations
BREAKFAST BOTH DAYS
  • Signage at both breakfast buffets

SILVER - $1000

Includes 

  • 1 complimentary registration
  • logo on all course broadcasts
  • logo on course web page

Choice of:

morning break (2 available)
  • Signage at break station
afternoon break (1 available)
  • Signage at break station
 

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