Certificate Programs

Earning a DHI Certificate

As a professional in the dynamic field of door and hardware technology, earning a certificate from DHI serves as an important milestone in advancing your career and setting yourself apart in the industry. DHI’s comprehensive certification programs are designed to equip individuals with the specialized knowledge and skills necessary to excel in roles ranging from specification and installation to maintenance and compliance. Whether you're new to the industry or a seasoned professional seeking to enhance your credentials, a DHI certificate signifies your commitment to quality, safety, and innovation in every aspect of architectural openings and security systems. Join DHI in unlocking new opportunities and elevating standards within the industry through the pursuit of excellence with DHI certificate.

DHI Certificates Offered

The Door + Hardware Industry Associate (DHIA) certificate program is designed for individuals seeking a foundational understanding of architectural doors and hardware, including product applications, and building codes. Tailored for individuals entering or transitioning within the industry, DHIA equips participants with essential knowledge and skills necessary for success. Through a structured curriculum encompassing COR101 - Fundamentals of Architectural Doors and Hardware and COR102 - Introduction to Codes and Standards, individuals will learn the intricacies of door and hardware products, applications, and regulatory frameworks.

Courses required to be awarded the DHIA certificate:

  • COR101 – Fundamentals of Architectural Doors and Hardware
  • COR102 - Introduction to Codes and Standards

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The Door + Hardware Technician (DHT) certificate was created to recognize individuals who have demonstrated proficiency in identifying suitable products for assembly in accordance with industry codes and standards. DHT certificants possess fundamental expertise in detailing and estimating, equipped to aid contractors, and building owners in addressing construction project concerns effectively.

Courses required to be awarded the DHT certificate:

  • COR103 - Understanding and Using Construction Documents
  • COR117 - Door, Frame, + Architectural Hardware Applications
  • COR123 - Using Door, Frame and Hardware Standards
  • COR125 - Take-off and Estimating
  • COR133 - Electrified Architectural Hardware
  • COR140 – Using Codes and Standards

Information on the DHT Exam: The DHT exam will be sunset December 31, 2024. Individuals may purchase the DHT exam prior to December 15, 2024, in lieu of taking the DHT courses. Individuals that pass the DHT exam will be awarded the DHT certificate.

Starting January 1, 2025, all individuals will be required to take six courses to be awarded the DHT certificate.

The Door + Hardware Consultant (DHC) certificate distinguishes individuals with advanced expertise in product and code applications. DHC certificants showcase proficiency in handling large-scale, intricate projects, as well as renovations of existing facilities. Moreover, DHCs offer valuable technical consultation to architects, contractors, and building owners throughout various project phases.

Courses required to be awarded the DHC certificate:

  • DHC218 – Understanding Specialty Doors
  • DHC246 - Introduction to Detailing Doors, Frames and Hardware
  • DHC247 - Intermediate Detailing Doors, Frames and Hardware
  • DHC253 - Installation Coordination and Project Management
  • DHC260 - Material Purchasing Concepts
  • DHC263 - Developing Masterkey Systems

Information on the DHC Exam: The DHC exam will be sunset December 31, 2024. Individuals may purchase the DHC exam prior to December 15, 2024, in lieu of taking the DHC courses. Individuals that pass the DHC exam will be awarded the DHC certificate.

Starting January 1, 2025, all individuals will be required to take six courses to be awarded the DHC certificate.

 

To learn more about DHI’s education offerings, visit the DHI Education Resource Guide.

Pricing of courses are subject to change and only reflect the base tuition cost, to learn more about cost, visit the DHI Class Tuition page.

Statement Regarding DHT & DHC Certificates with Older Course Completion

As we move forward with the changes with our DHT & DHC Programs, we need to address the many inquiries we have received regarding the required course completions to attain the Certificates.

The Door + Hardware Technician (DHT) certificate was created to recognize individuals who have demonstrated proficiency in identifying suitable products for assembly in accordance with industry codes and standards.

The Door + Hardware Consultant (DHC) certificate distinguishes individuals with advanced expertise in product and code applications.

Each Certificate program requires six specific courses that need to be completed in order to receive the Certificate.

Courses required to be awarded the DHT certificate:

  • COR103 – Understanding & Using Construction Documents
  • COR117 – Door, Frame + Architectural Hardware Applications
  • COR123 – Using Door, Frame and Hardware Standards
  • COR125 – Takeoff & Estimating
  • COR133 – Electrified Architectural Hardware
  • COR140 – Using Codes & Standards

Required Courses for DHC:

  • DHT Certificate Plus:
  • DHC218 – Understanding Specialty Doors
  • DHC246 – Introduction to Detailing Doors, Frames & Hardware
  • DHC247 – Intermediate Detailing Doors, Frames & Hardware
  • DHC253 – Installation Coordination and Project Management
  • DHC260 – Material Purchasing Concepts
  • DHC263 – Developing Masterkey Systems

We recognize that there are several tenured industry professionals who have not pursued these programs but now have interest in receiving the certificates. These individuals have taken courses through DHI in the past and would like to apply these completions towards their new certificates. Upon review, the Education Council has decided that we must set a timeline for these earlier completions, as there may have been updates and consolidation of these older courses. Basic Courses taken more than 15 years ago will need to be re-taken.

Technical Courses over 10 years old need to be reviewed to determine the viability of these courses compared to the current offerings. DHI will be releasing a group of online challenge exams to allow members to confirm their knowledge of the coursework, allowing them to forgo completion of individual courses to attain the certificate.

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For questions about the different certifications or testing contact the DHI Certification Staff certification@dhi.org