The Training Academy is dedicated to both training and inspiring people in the sign, graphics, and interiors industry, with whom it’s been servicing for over 100 years. In the digital world of today, we recognise the need for an online training offering to make training as accessible as possible to our delegates.Â
Find the perfect virtual training course for you
Hosted online, we have a range of virtual training courses that act as the perfect introduction to both architectural films and vehicle wrap materials. Come and learn from the comfort of your own home.Â
Virtual Vehicle Wrap Course
Looking to take the first steps in the world of vehicle wrapping? Our FREE Virtual Vehicle Wrap Training Course is the perfect course to get you started. This 2½ hour, virtual course is designed to cover the basic theory of vehicle wrapping. It is perfect for complete beginners and ideal as a refresher for experienced wrappers wanting to brush up on their wrapping knowledge.Â
Virtual Architextural Taster Session
Considering diversifying your business into architectural films? Our FREE, no obligation session is perfect introduction to those who have an interest in entering the architextural industry. The session is designed to give you an overview of the architectural finishes’ products, and the opportunities in the marketplace, as well as telling you what it means becoming trained and part of the Architextural installation network.Â
Virtual Architextural Sales Course
Looking to get into the architectural wrapping world but struggling to gain the confidence to sell the concept to your clients? We have the course for you. Delivered by John Raine, our Training and Application Manager, this one-day course is ideal for delegates who are looking to drive forward their business with architectural finishes, giving them the knowledge and support they need when pitching films to potential clients.
Virtual Interior Film in Commercial Taster Session
Get ready to dive into the world of interior film in commercials - this taster will open your eyes to a whole new side of the industry!
This 1 hour free virtual taster session is the ideal starting point for construction professionals, kitchen wrappers, installers, and interior fit-out teams who want to explore the growing commercial opportunities architectural films offer within construction and fit-out projects.
Redesigning Surfaces Using Film CPD
Have a client that isn't sold on the concept of architectural wrapping? The 'Redesigning Surfaces Using Film' CPD is the session for them. This hour long presentation is the perfect introduction to architectural wrapping, giving you a great insight and overview into the process of using vinyl wrapping within both interior and exterior design.
Trained by the Best
Expert-led training ensures you get the best training possible at the Training Academy.Â
Not only is our e-training one of a kind in the industry, but the training standard is also best in class. Equipped with unrivalled knowledge, you can be rest assured you are in the best hands at the William Smith Training Academy.Â
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Virtual Course Trainers
John Raine
Introducing John Raine, Training & Applications Manager here at the Training Academy. No stranger to William Smiths, John has been with us for nearly a decade now and has a fountain of knowledge to pass onto delegates coming through the Training Academy.Â
Being endorsed in the application of LX Hausys BENIF, Cover Styl and 3M DI-NOC Architectural Films, there is nobody better suited in the industry to teach you the do's and don'ts of architectural wrapping. Â
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Meet John

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