16 Sections | 58 Lessons | Interactive Quizzes
Designed for: Installers, Crew Leaders, New Hires, and Business Owners
Format: Video lessons, downloadable resources, and certification
Access: Online, self-paced, available 24/7
This course walks you through every step of the residential holiday light installation process, including:
Product knowledge (C9s, minis, RGBs, greenery, stakes, clips, and more)
How to safely install on rooflines, windows, and landscapes
Crew management and on-site workflows
Ladder safety, tool usage, and power load planning
Takedown, storage, and prep for future seasons
Each section builds toward real-world mastery, preparing you or your team for success in the field.
Understand how holiday lighting works
Learn basic terminology and configurations
Overview of the most commonly used lights in residential installs
Learn about C9s, C7s, LED vs incandescent, color matching, and more
Techniques for bushes, trees, and columns
Wrapping patterns and troubleshooting
How to cut, customize, and cap commercial-grade line
Understanding socket spacing and layout
Proper installation of wreaths, garlands, and bows
Best practices for securing and lighting greenery
Choosing the right clip for the job
Stake light layout for walkways and driveways
Differences between standard residential and commercial installs
Structural safety tips and load considerations
Inventory planning, sourcing, and ordering product efficiently
Load balancing, timers, extension cord layout, and troubleshooting
Must-have tools and setup recommendations for your crew
Ladder training, working in teams, and job site safety protocols
How to structure install crews, track hours, and scale your workforce
Best practices to ensure lights last for years
Labeling, coiling, and packaging for speed and efficiency
Lessons learned in the field
Pro tips for speed, safety, and customer satisfaction
Understand how holiday lighting works
Learn basic terminology and configurations
Overview of the most commonly used lights in residential installs
Learn about C9s, C7s, LED vs incandescent, color matching, and more
Techniques for bushes, trees, and columns
Wrapping patterns and troubleshooting
Explore specialty lighting and custom effects
How to cut, customize, and cap commercial-grade line
Understanding socket spacing and layout
Proper installation of wreaths, garlands, and bows
Best practices for securing and lighting greenery
Choosing the right clip for the job
Stake light layout for walkways and driveways
Differences between standard residential and commercial installs
Structural safety tips and load considerations
Inventory planning, sourcing, and ordering product efficiently
Load balancing, timers, extension cord layout, and troubleshooting
Must-have tools and setup recommendations for your crew
Gutter vs shingle installs
Peaks, valleys, dormers, and complex rooflines
Ladder training, working in teams, and job site safety protocols
How to structure install crews, track hours, and scale your workforce
Best practices to ensure lights last for years
Labeling, coiling, and packaging for speed and efficiency
Lessons learned in the field
Pro tips for speed, safety, and customer satisfaction
Self-paced video modules you can watch on your schedule
Interactive quizzes to reinforce key concepts
Downloadable checklists and reference sheets
Crew-ready content ideal for employee training
Certificate of Completion for every participant
First-time installers looking for a career in holiday lighting
Business owners who want to train and onboard employees fast
Experienced technicians needing a refresher or structured system
Anyone seeking to elevate their professionalism and safety standards
This course is available to anyone — you don’t need to be CLIPA-certified to enroll. Simply sign up, purchase, and start training immediately.
Ready to install with confidence?