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Fastener Training Institute
CERTIFIED
FASTENER
SPECIALIST™
TRAINING
COURSE
ONE-DAY CLASSES FOR THE
FTI CERTIFIED FASTENER
SPECIALIST™ (CFS) DESIGNATION
Obtain your CFS at your own pace
FASTENER QUALITY ASSURANCE,
PRINT READING & INSPECTION (CFS
4)
October 9, 2025
Nylok, California Processing Facility
313 North Euclid Way
Anaheim, CA 92801-6738
View the CFS One-Day Classes Flyer
Course Details
Whether you are a fastener distributor, importer, manufacturer or end-
user, knowing a few things about fastener quality can prevent a lot of
problems. This hands-on training teaches about sampling plans and
instrument calibration, including how to use prints and specifications for
inspection and a review of test reports. The course covers quality
programs and system requirements, thread inspection, dimensional
inspection and inspection of recesses and drives.
CURRICULUM INCLUDES
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Essential elements of a fastener supplier (QMS)
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The most important fastener quality standards
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Risk management – what you must inspect and what you can inspect
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When and how to get outside help
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Fastener supply chain and essential records
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Understanding fastener certifications and test reports
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How to best communicate with other quality professionals
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Most common causes of fastener quality complaints and how to
prevent them
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How to develop the fastener quality professional within you
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Fastener quality technical resources
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What gets us in trouble
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
One-day CFS classes are best for those wanting to spread out training
rather than completing an accelerated format through Fastener Training
Week. The series of seven CFS classes/plant tours can be taken in any
order.
Given the advanced technical nature of this program, it is highly
recommended that participants have at least two years of experience in
fastener sales, purchasing, manufacturing or quality assurance OR have
completed FTI’s three-part Product Training Program, available through
our Online Learning Library.
Please note: each participant is REQUIRED to bring a calculator.
REGISTRATION FEE INCLUDES
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A full day of training in a small-group environment
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Training materials to take back to work
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Continental breakfast, lunch and refreshments
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A certificate of completion with eligibility for the Certified Fastener
Specialist™ designation
CERTIFIED FASTENER SPECIALIST™ GRADUATES
Need a refresher? Subject to availability, CFS graduates receive a 50%
discounted registration fee for this or any single day CFS class. Contact
FTI for details.
PRICING INFORMATION (per person)
General Rate: $549
Association Rate: $449 (NFDA, IFI, MWFA, NCFA, SFA)
Pac-West Rate: $439 (Pac-West members, please contact Amy Nijjar for
coupon code)
All prices increase by $100 two weeks prior to class
“The CFS program drastically shortened my learning curve regarding fastener
specifications. Each instructor was very knowledgeable and infused the
lesson topics with real world examples. CFS is a great program taught by
excellent instructors.”
– Certified Fastener Specialist™ Attendee
Cancellations and Refunds
Cancellations and requests for refunds must be made in writing no later
than two weeks before the start of class and are subject to a $350
processing fee. Individuals will receive a written confirmation of
cancellation from Fastener Training Institute. All no-shows will be
invoiced for full registration fees. The Fastener Training Institute reserves
the right to change instructors or cancel seminars and cannot be held
responsible for costs incurred other than the registration fee.