GAI Prospectus 2016/17

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PROSPECTUS
2016/17
EDUCATING OUR
INDUSTRY WORLDWIDE
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GAI PROSPECTUS 2016/17
PROSPECTUS
CONTENTS
WELCOME
INTRODUCTION
02 WELCOME
03 GAI EDUCATION HUB
FAST FORWARD YOUR CAREER, RE-THINK YOUR OPPORTUNITIES
04 EDUCATION PORTFOLIO
Established over many years, and constantly
updated to reflect changes in the industry, the
GAI education portfolio equips learners with the
skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their
career. From the Foundation in Hardware,
Certificate in Architectural Hardware, GAI
Diploma to CPD/Registered Architectural
Ironmonger status, the Guild’s education
programme is a unique programme designed for
everyone working in the architectural ironmongery
industry, regardless of their educational
background or location. Education lies at the
heart of the Guild’s activities and the standard
of the training and the employees that take
the journey through the years is extraordinarily
high given the size of our industry. We have
worked hard to establish RegAI status and
it is recognised as the benchmark standard
for the industry professionals of the architectural
ironmongery world. All employers should be
extremely proud to have fully qualified experienced
staff working within their businesses, as we are
proud to recognise them.
There are two stages to the GAI Diploma
programme; Certificate in Architectural Hardware
taken over a 24 month period followed by the GAI
educationhub.gai.org.uk
Diploma in one year. Success in the latter leads
to the award of the Guild Diploma whereby the
learner may use the designatory letters DipGAI after
their name. Each stage is designed to be completed
comfortably in an academic year. With effort, the
Certificate in Architectural Hardware, Stage 1 &
2 can be taken together in one year. Recognising
the work and outside commitments of learners, the
programme can be successfully undertaken with a
few hours study each week.
Experience has shown that even learners under
extreme time pressure can cope with the work
involved. However, many learners and their
employers prefer to support their home-study by
attending the Guild’s training courses. The pass
rate for people who attend the training courses is
impressive.
While many learners will seek to complete the
Certificate in Architectural Hardware and gain
the GAI Diploma, it is strongly advised for
learners practising as Architectural Ironmongers to
continue their studies through CPD on to RegAI
status.
Enrolment commences 1st September 2016, with
block assessments to be completed by the end of
April, and, final examination in July 2017.
Learners are assessed on a combination of
coursework and their performance in the exam,
held in July, with resits planned for September. It is
important to understand the module content which is
detailed in this Prospectus.
EDUCATION PORTFOLIO
05 THE FOUNDATION IN HARDWARE
06 THE CERTIFICATE IN ARCHITECTURAL
HARDWARE – STAGE ONE
The work of the Guild relies so heavily on
the members who give their own and their
businesses’ time and resources to make the
organisation work as well as it does. I am
looking forward to working with the Education
Committee in the coming year and building
on the excellent achievements which have been
accomplished in the last 12 months with the
launch of the GAI Education Hub.
07 THE CERTIFICATE IN ARCHITECTURAL
HARDWARE – STAGE TWO
On behalf of the Education Committee we all wish
you well with your studies for 2016/17.
INFORMATION
Rachel Tipton, Dip GAI, RegAI, MInstAI
Education Chairman
GAI Training and Development Manager
12 KEY DATES
08 GAI DIPLOMA – STAGE THREE
09 TRAINING COURSES AND SUPPORT
10 FIRE DOOR INSPECTION SCHEME
11 ACHIEVEMENTS AND AWARDS
13 INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTURAL IRONMONGERS
14 CPD RegAI
15 T&C’S, HEAD OFFICE CONTACTS
EDUCATING OUR INDUSTRY WORLDWIDE
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THE GAI
EDUCATION HUB
THE GAI EDUCATION HUB BRINGS TOGETHER ONLINE LEARNERS
FROM ALL OVER THE WORLD
For over 50 years the celebrated qualification of
the GAI’s Education Portfolio has been the Diploma.
No other training programme offers such a broad
knowledge and understanding of ironmongery and
in that time over 2000 learners have achieved this
prestigious accolade. The Diploma is by far the most
recognised qualification in the industry.
The implementation of the GAI Education Hub is
a modern day solution for delivering training to
learners around the world. Not only will learners
benefit from a varied range of learning styles but
online assessment throughout the syllabus and
end of year examinations will be fully automated
throughout Stages 1 and 2. These stages have
been enhanced to focus on what an architectural
ironmonger really needs to know for their career
in the industry. Stage 3 concentrates entirely on
scheduling expertise with a single examination at the
end of the academic year in order to produce true
industry professionals.
The Diploma course is designed for everyone
working in the architectural ironmongery industry
and through the Education Hub, the GAI aims to
provide knowledge, regardless of location.
Real knowledge and skills for your career
You get a real opportunity to integrate study
into your career, developing professionally and
personally, and progressing to be leaders of our
industry.
Republic of Ireland, plus Hong Kong and the
GCC (Dubai).
We are always looking to establish a wider, global
support and you can be part of that development as
you progress through your studies.
How you will learn
A MESSAGE FROM HONG KONG….
Our typical learning structure is outlined
below:
“I completed the GAI Diploma programme
in 1994 and have since been encouraging
my staff to obtain the qualification and
beyond, to become Registered Architectural
Ironmongers. The comprehensive coverage
of the training program is extremely useful for
us to equip ourselves and serve the industry
with professional confidence. By applying
the acquired knowledge with construction
related experience, we demonstrate significant
differences and create demands from clients
and architects to involve our services in
managing their ironmongery supply contracts.
I will continue to show the industry the added
values in working with qualified ironmongers
and will recommend newcomers to take part in
the Guild’s training programme.”
• a few hours of study each week from enrolment.
• study of online training modules.
•a
commitment to meet deadlines for assessments.
•a
ttendance of training courses where applicable.
• c ompletion of an end of academic year
examination.
Supporting your education and development
There are support groups in the form of branches of
the Institute of Architectural Ironmongers.
In England these are based in the South West,
South Central, South East, Midlands, North Central,
North & Borders and there are branches in South
Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland,
James Wong, DipGAI, RegAI, MInstAI
Managing Director, Key Technologies Int. Ltd.
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GAI EDUCATION
PORTFOLIO
CHOOSING THE RIGHT PROGRAMME FOR YOU
The Foundation in Hardware – understanding the
basics with an online tool-kit. Including tests that you
may attempt as often and as many times as you
choose to pass the course and gain your certificate.
This course has no time parameters.
The Certificate in Architectural Hardware
(Stages 1 and 2) – a two year commitment
which will give you a thorough grounding in the
understanding of the what, how and when of
ironmongery. If you want to commit to this in
a single year it can be done as "fast-track"
with added time and commitment on your part.
The GAI Diploma (Stage 3) – in order to achieve
DipGAI you must have first achieved
The Certificate in Architectural Hardware. If your
role is talking to architects, contractors, scheduling,
estimating, and/or providing technical support then
this is the route for you.
In a world that is rapidly changing CPD
will keep you up-to-date, not only in products,
but also in standards and legislation.
RegAI (Registered Architectural Ironmonger) - By
collecting CPD points you will maintain this highest
accolade, thus proving your competence and
individual standing in the world of architectural
hardware.
EDUCATING THE WORLD OF ARCHITECTURAL IRONMONGERY
Fire Door Inspection Scheme (FDIS) – A unique
online learning experience leading to a Diploma
in Fire Doors, FDIS provides education which is
essential for anyone working with fire doors and
escape doors.
CPD (Continuing Professional Development) –
having completed your Diploma this is a journey to
success in becoming a professional practitioner. By
enrolling on CPD you will develop competency that
will set you apart from others as you
continue updating your knowledge and become
a Registered Architectural Ironmonger (RegAI).
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FOUNDATION
IN HARDWARE
PERFECT INDUCTION TO AN
INTRODUCTION OF IRONMONGERY
The Foundation in Hardware module is intended to give a basic knowledge of the subjects to enable
the learner to go on to further study in that field.
This online course is designed to provide an elementary level of knowledge for products and standards.
You can learn in your own time, under your own speed through the audio and visual modules,
working through the 12 sections:
• Introduction to Hardware
• Handing of Hardware
• Hinges
• Door Closing Devices
• Locks and Latches
• Door Furniture
• Door Bolts
• Fire and Escape Doors
• Escape Hardware
• Signage
• Basics of Access Control
• Standards
Features and benefits:
•o
nline course and examination – learn at home,
work, overseas - anywhere in the world.
• no time constraints.
• s elf-test your knowledge – each section has its
own "test yourself" questions leading to an overall
examination at the end.
• repeat the tests as often as you like.
• pay online and the learning experience begins.
•p
rint your personalised Certificate of Competence
as evidence of your new found knowledge.
AT A GLANCE
Course Title:
Foundation in Hardware
Course enquiries:
Rachel Tipton
Tel No +44 207 033 2480
Email
[email protected]
Costs:
GAI Members
Non Members
£192 inc VAT
£252 inc VAT
• recognised qualification by employers within the
industry.
To benefit from the discounted rate a voucher code is available to members via the website
www.gai.org.uk/members.
A 2-minute taster is available online:
http://www.thebuildingacademy.com/course/122/
Foundation_in_Hardware_an
In-house training can also be provided, but, will be dependent upon numbers.
To enrol please click: http://www.gai.org.uk/gai/education-4/foundation-in-hardware
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THE CERTIFICATE IN
ARCHITECTURAL
HARDWARE
STAGE 1
The Certificate in Architectural Hardware (Stages 1
and 2) is a two year commitment which will give you
a thorough grounding in the understanding of the
what, how and when of ironmongery. Stage 1 is the
start of that journey, and will give you a solid footing
into architectural ironmongery.
At the end of Stage 1, you’ll sit a final online
examination at a venue organised by the Guild
of Architectural Ironmongers, and, upon successful
completion of this, your marks will be carried
forward to Stage 2 in order to achieve
The Certificate in Architectural Hardware.
You may wish to consider ‘fast track’ by studying
Stages 1 & 2 together in the same academic year.
It can be done if you have the time and commitment.
STAGE 1 SYLLABUS
This first stage comprises 12 modules - which,
for your convenience, are arranged into
4 Learning Blocks.
Throughout the modules, you’ll come across selfcheck questions to ensure that you’ve adequately
grasped and understood the various topics; and
then, at the end of each block, there’s a set of ‘mustdo’ course work questions. The marks achieved in
these will form part of your overall assessment of
Stage 1. Although you may attempt these as many
times as you wish, the marks achieved in your final
attempt will be the ones recorded.
BLOCK 1
BLOCK 2
BLOCK 3 BLOCK 4 HANDING OF HARDWARE
HINGES
METALS, METAL FINISHES AND PLASTICS
TIMBER DOORS AND FRAMES
SEALS
STEEL DOORS AND FRAMES
DOOR CLOSING DEVICES PT1
LOCKS AND LATCHES PT1
FIXINGS AND FASTENINGS
HARDWARE PT1
BOLTS
BASIC SCHEDULING
AT A GLANCE
Course Title:
Stage 1
Course enquiries:
Rachel Tipton
Tel No +44 207 033 2480
Email
[email protected]
Enrolment fees:
GAI Members
£585.00 plus VAT
Non Members £1,170.00 plus VAT
To enrol please click:
For information regarding residential Training Courses please see page 9
Academic year:
Enrol September with course work to be completed by beginning of May, and, examination in July the
following year.
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THE CERTIFICATE IN
ARCHITECTURAL
HARDWARE
STAGE 2
Stage 2 is aimed at increasing your knowledge with
a more in-depth understanding as it builds
on the Stage 1 syllabus
You will acquire an in-depth knowledge and
understanding of the various subjects covered. This
platform of knowledge is needed if you are to go on
to learn how to schedule ironmongery and achieve
your GAI Diploma.
As with the first stage there are 12 subjects in Stage
2 which are again arranged into 4 learning blocks.
It is best that you follow these in sequence, although
you are free to choose otherwise. Some of the
modules are a continuation of those in Stage 1 and
will take you to a deeper level of understanding
on those subjects. Use the self-check questions
throughout the modules to ensure that you have
adequately grasped and understood the various
topics and then, at the end of each block, complete
the questions. You may attempt these as many times
as you wish and the marks achieved in your final
attempt will be the ones recorded.
STAGE 2 SYLLABUS
AT A GLANCE
BLOCK 5 BLOCK 6
BLOCK 7
BLOCK 8
Course Title:
FIRE DOOR HARDWARE,
DOOR CLOSING DEVICES PT2
ESCAPE DOOR HARDWARE
LOCKS AND LATCHES PT2 HARDWARE PT2
LETTERING, NAMEPLATES AND GRAPHIC SYMBOLS
SPECIALIST HARDWARE
ELECTRIC HARDWARE
ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEMS
INTERMEDIATE SCHEDULING
MANUFACTURING AND SOURCING
COMMERCIAL AWARENESS
You will sit an online final examination at the
end of Stage 2 at a venue organised by the
Guild of Architectural Ironmongers. Upon successful
completion of this you will be awarded the
certificate. Awards will be presented to the top three
learners for the Certificate of Architectural Hardware
at the GAI's Education Awards Lunch.
Stage 2
Course enquiries:
Rachel Tipton
Tel No +44 207 033 2480
Email
[email protected]
Enrolment fees:
GAI Members
£625.00 plus VAT
Non Members £1,250.00 plus VAT
By attending the two 2-day residential training courses you will increase your opportunity of success.
Details can be found on page 9. The course covers all the key areas of the Stage 2 syllabus. Book
early to avoid disappointment as spaces are limited.
Academic year:
Enrol September with course work to be completed by beginning of May, and, examination in July the
following year.
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GAI
DIPLOMA
STAGE 3
The Diploma course is for learners who have
achieved The Certificate in Architectural Hardware.
This course builds on the product knowledge
already gained and seeks to bring application
through developing scheduling skills. For those
wishing to make their career in architectural
ironmongery the Diploma is an essential platform for
your development
The GAI Diploma is recognised in many countries
as the ‘must have’ qualification for architectural
ironmongers. The qualification will increase
competence in communicating with your customers
and enhance your employability.
During your course work you will learn how to
write a master key schedule, and, focus on specific
product areas. You will have learned how to
write accurate hardware specifications and have
confidence in discussing ironmongery requirements
with builders, contractors, architects, clients and end
user, by choosing to complete
the following syllabus:
STAGE 3 SYLLABUS
APPRECIATING ARCHITECTS DRAWINGS
SCHEDULING
MASTER KEYING
ELECTRIC HARDWARE
ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEMS
Learners must pass both the Master Key Schedule
and a written Hardware Specification to be
awarded the Diploma. This then opens the gateway
to becoming a Registered Architectural Ironmonger
through Continuing Professional Development.
You will sit a final written examination at the
end of Stage 3 in a venue organised by the
Guild of Architectural Ironmongers. Upon successful
completion of this you will be awarded The Diploma,
and awards will be presented to the three top learners
for the Diploma at Stage 3.
We are also very proud to present the Pinnacle
Award where the learner with the top results over
the 3 Stages is presented with travel vouchers
at the Education Awards Lunch.
The Stage 3 examination will test knowledge
imparted at Stages 1 and 2, so you should recap
these earlier levels.
AT A GLANCE
Course Title:
Stage 3 – The Diploma
Course enquiries:
Rachel Tipton
Tel No: +44 207 033 2480
Email:
[email protected]
Enrolment fees:
GAI Members
Non Members £685.00 +VAT
£1370.00 +VAT
An additional administration charge of £95.00 is applicable to all registrations outside
the British Isles and should be included with enrolment.
The three day training course, which covers all the key areas for Stage 3 syllabus, is considered
virtually essential for those working toward their Diploma. Details can be found on page 9. Book
early to avoid disappointment.
Academic year:
Enrol September with course work to be completed by beginning of May, and, examination in July
the following year.
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TRAINING COURSES
AND SUPPORT
THE GAI ARE PROUD OF THE TRAINING WE OFFER AND HAVE
A FLEXIBLE APPROACH IN OFFERING VARIOUS SOLUTIONS FOR
THE LEARNERS' DEVELOPMENT.
•CERTIFICATE IN ARCHITECTURAL HARDWARE (STAGE 1) TRAINING COURSE
Courses can be arranged subject to an adequate
number of delegates. If this is of interest then
please email [email protected]. Kindly note
that training courses are subject to minimum and
maximum numbers. We are planning to hold
webinars during January 2017, follow us on
Twitter to keep up-to-date.
•CERTIFICATE IN ARCHITECTURAL
HARDWARE (STAGE 2) TRAINING
COURSE
This is a perfect opportunity to network with
learners, and the GAI team, to develop an
understanding of the core subjects over two
2-day courses.
Wolverhampton (Novotel, Union Street)
Part 1 31st January-1st February 2017
Part 2 9th-10th March 2017
London (Venue TBC)
Part 1 7th-8th January 2017
Part 2 30th-31st March 2017
Hong Kong (Venue TBC)
20th-23rd February 2017
COURSE OBJECTIVE:
To prepare learners for the examination
through focused lectures, discussion and
a mock examination. All key areas in the
Stage 2 syllabus will be covered.
FEES:
Total Member rate @ £920.00 + VAT
Non-member rate @ £1840.00 + VAT
Accommodation: Per night £99.00 + VAT (if required). This includes evening meal (buffet style), bed and breakfast.
•D
IPLOMA (STAGE 3)
TRAINING COURSE
The GAI strongly advise that all learners
entering their final year attend a 3-day training
course. Three courses have set dates and venues
and a fourth will be provided if required.
Wolverhampton (Novotel, Union Street)
6th-8th March 2017
Dubai (Venue TBC)
19th-21st March 2017
London (Venue TBC)
27th-29th March 2017
COURSE OBJECTIVE:
To prepare learners for their scheduling and
master key examinations through focused lectures,
discussion and mock examination.
FEES:
Total Member rate @ £690.00 + VAT
Non-member rate @ £1380.00 + VAT
Accommodation: Per night £99.00 + VAT (if required). This includes evening meal (buffet style), bed and breakfast.
•HOW TO ENROL
Email [email protected] or visit
educationhub.gai.org.uk for a booking form.
•IN-COMPANY TRAINING
We are able to provide a variety of in-house
tailor made training courses. This can be to
your requirements at a local hotel or company
premises. Courses may be for individual companies
or for several who wish to combine together.
The cost of this service is negotiable and will be
influenced by the number of days and employees
taking part. Please contact Rachel Tipton at GAI
Head Office for a quotation.
•LEARNER FORUM WEBSITE
This online assistance is where learners can
network and where the Education Team will
answer any queries the learners may have
regarding their course syllabus.
•LEARNER WORKSHOPS
There are evening events organised by the
Institute of Architectural Ironmongers for its
student members.
If you are enrolled on any course you are automatically a student member and entitled
to attend. The workshops are intended to
assist students in preparation for their Stage 1
and 2 examinations. Times and venues will be confirmed to those enrolled nearer the dates.
•INSTITUTE (IAI) MEETINGS
Based around the UK, Hong Kong and Dubai,
these are open to all learners to network and
seek assistance from their peers. As they are well
attended by Institute members who are employed
by manufacturers and Architectural Ironmongers,
students can gain valuable and practical advice.
For meeting venues and dates please see:
www.gai.org.uk/iai/branch-meetings
10 GAI PROSPECTUS 2016/17
FIRE DOOR
INSPECTION SCHEME
THE FDIS ONLINE LEARNING MODULE WAS DEVELOPED JOINTLY
BY THE GAI AND THE BWF - BOTH LEADING AUTHORITIES IN THEIR
FIELDS OF DOORS AND HARDWARE.
WE PROVIDE:
ARE YOU?
• A UNIQUE ONLINE LEARNING
CENTRE LEADING TO A
DIPLOMA IN FIRE DOORS
•A
n Architectural Ironmonger
• A ROUTE FOR FIRE DOOR
DIPLOMA HOLDERS TO
BECOME CERTIFICATED
FIRE DOOR INSPECTORS
THROUGH INDEPENDENT
ASSESSMENT
FDIS provides education which is essential for
anyone working with fire doors and escape doors.
Transforming knowledge and understanding
about the critical role of fire doors and how they can
save lives and protect property.
• A fire door manufacturer or component supplier
• A fire risk assessor
• A fire safety advisor
• A health and safety professional
• A refurbishment or interior fit out contractor
•A
n owner of a non-domestic building (office,
school, hospital, hotel, sports or leisure centre,
shop, warehouse, restaurant etc.)
•A
facilities manager, estates manager involved in
maintaining any of these buildings
•A
Building Control or other building inspector
• A local authority social housing provider
• A locksmith who works on fire or escape doors?
IF YOU’RE INVOLVED IN ANY
OF THESE AREAS, THE FIRE DOOR
INSPECTION SCHEME IS FOR YOU.
The FDIS Diploma in Fire Doors provides
a comprehensive level of knowledge in fire
door specification, installation, inspection
and maintenance.
The Fire Door Inspection Scheme (FDIS) online
education programme is available to anyone who
wishes to have a greater knowledge of fire doors
and a qualification to prove it.
Gaining FDIS qualifications would be a great way
to show that you are the ‘competent person’.
This is someone who has sufficient training,
experience or knowledge and other qualities that
allow them to be able to implement fire safety
measures in a building.
The only way to become a certificated FDIS Fire
Door Inspector is, following completion of the
Diploma, to successfully complete the FDIS transition
module and be subject to a rigorous on site
practical assessment in a working environment.
HOW DO I ENROL?
FDIS learning and examination is available through
the British Isles and in certain other countries.
FDIS online training can be undertaken at your
convenience and the FDIS Diploma examination
can be taken at a local centre.
- GAI Member rate £300 + VAT.
- Non-member rate £500 + VAT.
Having achieved your Diploma you
may wish to progress to become an
FDIS CERTIFICATED Inspector:
- GAI Members rate: £1,500 + VAT
- Non-members rate: £2,000 + VAT
For further information please see: www.fdis.co.uk
email [email protected] phone 0844 801 1518
ACHIEVEMENTS
AND AWARDS
GAI PINNACLE
The highest possible recognition for outstanding achievement
is the Pinnacle Award. This award is sponsored and presented
by ASSA ABLOY at the prestigious GAI Education Awards Lunch
in November. The Pinnacle Award is given to the leading student
over all three stages of the DIPLOMA programme. This award not
only carries the kudos of being the top student but also offers a
fabulous prize.
GAI DIPLOMA
The top 3 learners will receive cash prizes as listed
All new Diploma holders are invited to receive their
certificates at the Awards Lunch.
Diploma Holders are entitled to use the
designated letters DipGAI after their name on any
correspondence.
THE CERTIFICATE IN
ARCHITECTURAL HARDWARE
The Certificate in Architectural Hardware is for
the combined results of Stages 1 and 2. The top
3 students will be invited to the Awards Lunch to
receive cash prizes as listed:
WINNERS 2015
DIPLOMA
POSITION
1st
2nd
3rd
MEDAL
Gold
Silver
Bronze
CASH AWARD
£400
£300
£200
CERTIFICATE
POSITION
1st
2nd
3rd
CASH AWARD
£400
£300
£200
KEY
DATES
MOST IMPORTANT DATES WITHIN THE GAI EDUCATION SYLLABUS
THAT YOU SHOULD MARK IN YOUR DIARY:
Thursday 1st September 2016
Enrolment starts
Friday 9th September 2016
Closing date for examination retake
Thursday 22nd September 2016
Examination retake for those failed in June
Wednesday 2nd November 2016
The GAI Education Awards Lunch
Saturday 31st December 2016
Closing date for enrolments
Stage 2 Course in Wolverhampton
Part 1 31st Jan -1st Feb2017
Part 2 9th - 10th March2017
Part 1 7th - 8th Feb2017
Stage 2 Course in London
Part 2 30th - 31st March 2017
Stage 2 Course in Hong Kong
6th – 8th March 2017
Stage 3 Course in Wolverhampton
19th – 21st March 2017
Stage 3 Course in Dubai 27th – 29th February 2017
Stage 3 Course in London Friday 5th May 2017
Deadline for completing online compulsory coursework
Examination day
Examination Results
DON’T FORGET TO LOOK OUT
FOR INSTITUTE MEETING DATES
20th – 23rd February 2017
Thursday 6th July 2017
Monday 21st August 2017
The 2015 Awards Lunch at the Lancaster London Hotel
Further enquiries as to membership of both the
GAI and IAI should be made to GAI Head Office.
tel 020 7033 2480 or [email protected].
THE SMARTER CHOICE
FOR YOUR CAREER
PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT FROM STUDENT TO REGISTERED
ARCHITECTURAL IRONMONGER STATUS
This makes belonging to the IAI a real personal
benefit and one which can be retained for life.
Unlike the GAI, membership of the IAI is for
individuals who are qualified learners, qualified
DipGAI, or experienced practitioners of the AI
trade.
TYPES OF MEMBERSHIP
There are three main types of membership: Full: open to GAI Diploma holders and RegAIs.
Affiliate: for those working within the industry
but do not hold a GAI Diploma.
Student: automatic free membership for all
students currently studying on any level of the
DIPLOMA Programme.
There is also a Retired member
category for DipGAIs who wish to keep onside
with industry developments.
Membership is by annual subscription and renews
on 1st January each year.
There are eleven branches around the British Isles
and overseas, all holding meetings:
BENEFITS
A regular programme of localised branch
meetings where members get together in an informal
atmosphere to learn, network and socialise.
Updates on the latest developments on standards
and practice through free copies of the Architectural
Ironmongers Journal – the GAI’s official publication.
Access to the IAI’s respected Continuing
Professional Development programme.
Collect CPD points towards gaining or maintaining
RegAI status and use the informative presentations to
keep up to date with industry developments.
Receipt of the GAI’s latest Technical Briefings
Full members are entitled to use the designated
letters MInstAI on business cards and letters, plus a
personal IAI membership card as proof
of commitment to excellence.
For information visit the Institute website at
www.gai.org.uk/iai, or call GAI Head Office,
tel: 020 7033 2480.
Follow us on Twitter @gai_iai
and linkedin.com on the IAI page
• South West • South Central • South East
• Midlands • North Central
• North & Borders • Wales • Scotland
• Ireland • Hong Kong • GCC
Each branch is run by a local committee,
with an Executive Committee made up from each
branch chairperson.
The Executive Committee meets every quarter
to review strategy and recommend policy changes.
An electronic update on matters affecting the
Institute and its members through the IAI e-bulletin.
CPD /
RegAI
STATUS CONFERS REAL BENEFITS TO BOTH THE INDIVIDUAL AND THE
COMPANY THEY WORK FOR.
The CPD programme is for learners who have
achieved the Diploma and wish to become a RegAI.
By joining the programme and achieving 10 points
within 12 months, they will then become a RegAI
the following year. To maintain this status they must
achieve10 CPD points per annum.
Every RegAI (Registered Architectural Ironmonger) is
a qualified GAI Diploma holder and has been able
to prove they are fully up-to-date with
industry standards, regulations and legislation.
A position that is key when presenting credentials to
clients both new and existing.
RegAI status is the benchmark standard for
architectural ironmongers and one which is at
the very heart of what the GAI stands for –
the highest possible standards of education
and professionalism.
Please click card above to enrol
BENEFITS
The ability to market and promote an impressive
professional status – an important differentiator in a
competitive market.
RegAI is inclusive of IAI Full membership.
Personalised electronic logos and letters after the
name allow RegAIs to stand out from the crowd.
Enhancing your employability with evidence of your
personal continued professional development
A CPD programme organised by the IAI which
gives the RegAI the opportunity to learn, network
and maintain professional status in an enjoyable,
sociable environment.
Access to GAI Training Manuals and Technical
Briefings in a password protected area of the
GAI training website.
Updates on the latest developments on standards
and practice through free copies of the Architectural
Ironmongers Journal – the GAI’s official publication.
An electronic update on matters that affect the IAI
and RegAIs through the IAI e-bulletin.
Membership is by annual subscription.
Further enquiries as to membership of both the
RegAI and IAI should be made to GAI Head
Office, tel: 020 7033 2480 or education@gai.
org.uk.
RegAI status is maintained by providing
evidence of the collection of 10 CPD points in
a calendar year.
TERMS & CONDITIONS
THE CERTIFICATE IN
ARCHITECTURAL HARDWARE
AND THE GAI DIPLOMA
The GAI and Cortexa Ltd retain all property
rights with the Diploma materials, website and any
other documents provided to you as part of the
Diploma Programme. You undertake that you and
your contracted employees will not copy, give,
loan, sell or allow access or download any of your
course materials to any individuals, companies
or organisations not party to this agreement.
Special requirements
Any special needs that may necessitate additional
services or a change to the standard arrangements
should be declared upon enrolment or as soon as
known. Medical evidence should accompany all
requests.
Cancellation terms
All cancellations must be in writing. No refunds can
be given for cancellations received after
31st December 2016.
Enrolment Booking Conditions (All Stages)
1.Payment must accompany the completed booking
form.
2. Telephone bookings must be confirmed in writing
within three days and supported with payment.
3. The Guild of Architectural Ironmongers reserves the
right to alter the content of any course as part of its ongoing policy of continuing development.
4. All cancellations must be in writing and the
following will apply upon receipt:
CONTACTS
a) F or enrolments registered before 31st October full
refund will be paid up until 31st December
b) F or enrolments registered between
1 November and 31st December 50% refund
will be paid up until 31st December
c) N
o refunds for cancellations received
after 1st January.
5. Registrations for the Distance Learning programme
are transferable. If an employee leaves his/
her company then the new employer can take
responsibility for the learner by payment for that
academic year plus £50 (+VAT) administration
charge. The original employer can then be refunded
the fee for that year.
6. Learners are allowed a maximum of
3 ‘gap years’ between stages. Beyond this
period, a "challenge exam" must be taken.
7. Any learner seen to be copying/duplicating block assessments, pre-examination work will be disqualified.
Training Courses Booking Conditions
1. T he Guild of Architectural Ironmongers reserves
the right to amend, cancel or transfer bookings
made on any course. Notice will be given to all
learners who have bookings, and the option of
transfer or cancellation without surcharge will be
offered.
2. Payment – To be made in full before materials
are released to the learner.
3. Telephone bookings must be confirmed within
three working days.
4. The Guild of Architectural Ironmongers reserves
the right to alter the content
of any course as part of its on-going policy
of continuing development.
5. Course Fees include course documentation,
morning and afternoon refreshments and
buffet lunch.
6. Cancellation (By Written Notice)
a) M
ore than two months before course
commencement - NO CHARGE
b) L ess than two months but more than one month
- 50% COURSE FEE CHARGE
c) Less than one month - 100% COURSE
FEE CHARGE
Examination Retake Booking Conditions
1. R
etake in September must be booked
by 9th September 2016.
etake in July 2017 must be booked
R
by 31st December 2016.
2. Payment must accompany the completed
booking form. For July retakes the Member
or Non Member rates apply based on company
status when booking.
3. Cancellation by written notice. No refund
will be made if received less than one month
before the examination date.
THE FOUNDATION IN
HARDWARE AND FIRE DOOR
INSPECTION SCHEME
EDUCATION
RACHEL TIPTON
GAI Training and Development
Manager
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +44 1902 722 283
For enquiries about the GAI’s distance learning and
training courses, student enrolment, training manuals,
and all educational administration matters.
email: [email protected]
TECHNICAL
DOUGLAS
MASTERSON
GAI Technical Manager
Email:
[email protected]
Technical Helpline:
+44 330 1234 073
International:
+44 7469 141 657
Online Training
Payments to be made in full prior to participation of
education syllabus.
Payments not transferable to another person.
No refunds provided.
© The Guild of Architectural Ironmongers Limited
(A Company Limited by Guarantee)
Registered Office: w House, 6 Bath Place
Rivington Street, London, EC2A 3JE
telephone 020 7033 2480 fax 020 7033 2486
www.gai.org.uk
Registered in England No: 1750386

GAI Prospectus 2016/17

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