iLEARNING+ covers a wide range of topics and segments, for all levels, from entry level workers to C-Suite executives, and it is used in more than 20 countries around the world.
Fairfax, Virginia — PRINTING United Alliance, the most comprehensive member-based printing and graphic arts association in the U.S., today announces the release of six new industry-leading online courses in its iLEARNING+ library. iLEARNING+ contains the most comprehensive educational offerings and resources available for the printing sector, including certifications, industry reports, and best practices. All of these are easily accessible on the eLearning platform. The latest course library is available at ilearningplus.org/. Additional courses will be added in the next few months. Alliance members get exclusive discounts on all iLEARNING+ Products.
Professionals around the world use iLEARNING+
Launched last year, over 20 countries now use iLEARNING+ to train staff in their specific roles, to improve their skills and careers and to remain competitive.
These are the newest courses available on the platform:
DTG/DTF Technology Essentials
Aaron Montgomery and Terry Combs
Learn the differences and similarities of Direct-to Garment and Direct-to Film and where they each fit in your garment decorating business. Learn about the best practices for apparel decoration including pretreating and printing.
Lockout/Tagout: Essential Requirements
Gary Jones
This course is part one of a series of two. The Essential Requirements course lays the groundwork to meet the required elements of OSHA’s Lockout/Tagout standard and provides foundational knowledge to prevent workplace fatalities and mitigate frequent injuries within the printing industry.
Lockout/Tagout Procedures
Gary Jones
This is the second of two courses. This course provides authorized employees the training they need to implement an OSHA-compliant Lockout/Tagout program that will help prevent workplace deaths and serious injuries.
Spot Color Management (SCM) for Digital Printing
Instructor: Ray Weiss
This course provides users with the skills and knowledge to accurately measure and reproduce spot colours for digital print production. Learners will be able to identify the steps necessary to accurately manage spot colors when digital printing. They will also know how to apply these to their software and hardware to get the best possible results.
Cut Sheet Digital Printing Essentials
Instructor: Dan Gillespie
This course gives users a solid basis for digital printing. It covers a variety of devices, ranging from compact office copiers up to high-speed machines that can print at lightning speed. Learn the characteristics of wet and dry toner technologies, and discover what you need to do to get the best quality print with your digital cutting sheet printer.
The Essentials of Screen Printing Ink for Graphic Applications
Bruce Ridge
This course will take you into the world screen-printing stains. Discover the complex components of these inks, their unique functions, and how you can select the best ink to suit your needs. This course will enhance your screen-printing skills, whether you are a novice screen printer or a seasoned apparel screen printer.
“The overwhelming response and adoption rate of those engaging with iLEARNING+ in the industry across the globe is simply astounding,” says Joe Marin, SVP, Member Services, PRINTING United Alliance. “We are proud to partner with leading instructors on developing these highly sought after courses and certifications to truly deliver second to none education.
“We are additionally working with industry associations and organizations to build and supplement courses for their staff and members, which speaks volumes to the trusted resource the Alliance has become for so many. We are looking forward to continuing to add even more courses and training in the months to come.”
Join the Alliance
Join the Alliance to receive exclusive discounts on all iLEARNING+ certifications and courses, as well access other leading industry programs, services, and resources. Sign up at printing.org/join today or call 888-385-3188 to speak to an Alliance team member.
To view all the courses and get more information about iLEARNING+ visit http://ilearningplus.org/.