Industrial Finishing and Coating Association Education Foundation

Finishing Academy

Answering the call for trained employees.

Finishing Academy

Online and in-person training modules for all skill levels.

Finishing Labs

Fully functioning finishing labs for hands-on learning.

Women in Finishing

Tailored for the women in our industry.

Scholarships

The future is bright.

Recognizing the need for high-impact education and training that supports recruitment and retention within the industrial finishing and coating industry, the Industrial Finishing and Coating Association Education Foundation (IFCA Education Foundation), a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt charitable organization, was established in November 2018.

With the generous support of corporations and individuals, the IFCA Education Foundation helps fund and provide access to effective and affordable programs supporting the advancement of the industrial finishing and coatings industry.

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Women in Finishing

Women in Finishing (WiF) provides a platform that fosters personal and professional development for women who have chosen or are pursuing a career in the finishing industry. WiF is inclusive of all levels and responsibilities within the industry, from the finishing line to executive management.

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Programs

A variety of education, training and development programs are supported by funds raised through the IFCA Education Foundation. Existing programs are updated and expanded to keep up with industry demands and new programs are being developed and implemented as required.

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Scholarship Recipients

The IFCA Education Foundation is proud to announce this year’s scholarship recipients.

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IFCA Finishing Academy

There is an ongoing and expansive need for skilled employees in the world of industrial finishing. The IFCA Finishing Academy was established provide training to existing personnel as well as new talent. Through the academy, an in-depth curriculum addressing multiple facts of industrial finishing has been developed. Currently available as online courses, in-person training classes will be available in the future.