Q Stars (Qualifications Star Scheme)

The Guild joined forces with training providers nationwide to implement a scheme called Qualification Star Scheme.

Examination candidates are awarded star window stickers, on the successful completion of an examination for each individual areas of the scheme.

Individual Schemes

Q Star retail sales

Retail Sales

Which means the individual has been trained and examined to look after the customer. They have been examined on inspection of incoming work, finished work and fabrics. They also have knowledge of the Dry Cleaning process, of Health and Safety, and are there to assist customers with any queries they may have.


Q Star stain removal

Stain Removal

Which means the individual has been trained and examined in all aspects of stain removal, chemicals and equipment. They have a knowledge of textiles and Health & Safety.


Q Star garment finishing

Garment Finishing (both pressing & ironing table)

Which means the individual has been trained and examined in the use of pressing items using the right technique. They have been examined for dexterity, the Health & Safety requirements of presses and press room equipment and have knowledge of the care of textiles.


Q Star dry cleaning

Dry Cleaning

Which means the individual has been trained and examined in all aspects concerning the dry cleaning process, the machines, fibres and fabrics, the removal of all types of soiling, and for Health & Safety.


Q Star wet cleaning

Wet Cleaning

Which means the individual has been trained and examined in all aspects of wet cleaning fabrics, the machines, fibres and fabrics, soil removal and Health & Safety.