Jackson, MS, March 20, 2026 — Coast-to-coast NTCA Regional Programs and NTCA Workshops are coming to a location near you in April. Hone your skills with NTCA’s training programs this month: choose from 18 free Workshops and 9 Regional Programs that help installers, tile setters and contractors expand their knowledge and increase their installation prowess.
9 Regional Programs in 8 states
Want to delve deep into the up-and-coming trend of installing gauged porcelain tile panels and slabs or get expert instruction on preparing the substrate according to industry standards for large-format tile? You’re in luck!
NTCA’s Regional Trainings are day-long, immersive programs that give installers practical experience with the latest tools, materials, and techniques in accordance with ANSI standards and the TCNA Handbook for Ceramic, Glass, and Stone Tile Installation methods. Learn new techniques and how to implement them according to standards. These NTCA Regional Programs in April will focus on:
- Interior Installation of Gauged Porcelain Tile Panels/Slabs (GPTP/S)
- Substrate Preparation and Tile Industry Standards for Installation of Large-Format Tile (LFT)
Plan on attending one of these Regional Training sessions near you:
Class sizes are limited to 20 to guarantee individualized instruction and hands-on practice.
18 free Workshops in 11 states: hands-on training, a catered meal, peer networking
Stay current with industry standards, techniques, and product innovations in a three-hour, hands-on format. Each free session combines classroom instruction, live demonstrations, small-group interaction, catered networking time, and a chance to receive prizes and giveaways. Workshops this April include these topics:
- Tile Matters: Best Practices for the Pros
- Failures, Could it be Me?
- Ins and Outs of Layout
- Tile Technology: Membranes
- Tile Technology: Adhesives
- Foundations of Wet Areas
Plan to attend a March workshop near you:
All NTCA training events are designed first and foremost for contractors and installers, but are open to the entire tile industry. Workshops with an AIA designation mean that the content qualifies for CEU credit. Those AIA-approved components are added to provide additional value for attendees such as architects, designers, and specifiers, while still keeping the contractor experience at the core of the training. Broadening education across the industry ultimately strengthens everyone involved.
The NTCA calendar makes it easy to plan your training schedule for April
Visit the calendar at NTCATraining.com to find out more about the training programs. Registration is free, but space is limited. Workshops and Regional Training programs offer the perfect mix of practical training, networking, and skill-building for veteran and novice tile installers alike.
About NTCA
Established in 1947, the National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) is a nonprofit trade association dedicated to the professional installation of ceramic tile and natural stone. It is widely recognized as the largest and most respected tile contractors’ association in the world. For those seeking to improve their tile business, NTCA provides unparalleled educational experiences, supportive peer interaction, unique cost-savings programs, and a commitment to help develop the skills needed to improve your work, recruit, train, and manage your employees, and ultimately, make your business more profitable. Find out more at www.tile-assn.com.
