FAQ

How much are the certification courses? Our most frequently asked question. Certification courses are included at no extra charge with all of our service owner membership packages excluding the IJCSA Form Download Membership. All study materials and tests are available online. Members are encouraged to certify at their own pace. The same accredited certification courses other websites and associations are charging hundreds or thousands of dollars for are all included with your membership dues. If you want to purchase a customized certificate with your name on it suitable for framing after certification course completion there is an extra charge of $14.95 per certificate.

How Do I Qualify For The Next Insurance Janitorial Insurance Program Through IJCSA? Our 2nd most frequently asked question. 1-Sign-up and become a business Member of IJCSA. 2-Sign up for the Next Janitorial Monthly Insurance program at this link. 3- Email your certificate to IJCSA and you will receive a credit of $29.90 from IJCSA making your first month of insurance pretty much almost free. Must be a Business Member listed in directory for savings. See Member Announcements for more information.

Can my employees take your certification courses? YES, once you have completed and passed any of our certification courses you can administer the certification course materials and tests to your employees. You can then also reward your employees with an official IJCSA certificate of completion or your own in-house company certificate.  

How long is a quarterly membership? 3 months, and your membership is valid for a full three months from your join date. IJCSA memberships does not use calendar start dates like most associations. 

Does my business get advertised in all IJCSA directories? Yes as a IJCSA Service Owner Member Company, you decide which directories that you want to advertise in by making selections in your member account profile. We suggest clicking on all cleaning service selections in your profile, you can always turn down the job if you don`t want it or subcontract the work out. 

Do I receive an IJCSA Member ID? Yes, all members receive an identification number which is used in your business proposal cover letter given to potential clients informing them of your certifications and training. Include your Member ID with all estimates and proposals to give your company the advantage over competitors. 

Can I use the association logo? Yes, as an IJCSA Member Company you are encouraged to use the logo in all your advertisements, business cards, and social media.    

What type of discounts do I get as a member? Savings on janitorial insurance, bonding, supplies, business services, etc. 

What payment processor does IJCSA use? Affinipay and it is totally safe and our website is secure. Our staff never sees your financial information. 

What are membership dues used for? Group advertising programs, certification and educational programs, membership marketing, website maintenance, staff, promotions, and giveaways.  

Do you spam me with offers all the time? We only send one email a week with new discounts, and other association happenings. 

I `m not a big company why should I join the association? (It is just me doing the cleaning. I do not consider myself a company.) As a smaller company you want to put your business on the right track for success! IJCSA is a commitment to excellence. Along with doing your very best everyday and associating yourself with other people who feel the exact same way that you do surely you also want to become a larger company and make more money. The association has tools that will help you achieve this goal. 

Will I really benefit from the association membership? YES! IJCSA pays off immediately. With the advertising, marketing, certifications, downloads, business support, education, and discounts. There is something here for every level provider and any size cleaning company. Membership in the association is also a full 100% tax write-off so you have absolutely nothing to lose and everything to gain for your business.

Any further questions, please contact us at (404) 267-1830