Getting Started
Build a strong foundation in flexographic printing with our entry-level education programs. Whether you’re new to production, sales, marketing, or the broader flexo industry, these beginner-friendly courses introduce the essential concepts, terminology, and workflows you need to get started. Explore your starting point and grow with FTA.
Sales and Marketing
Flexo Fundamentals
Flexo Fundamentals gives non-production professionals a clear understanding of flexographic printing—equipping them to communicate confidently and collaborate more effectively across the packaging workflow.
Starting out in the Industry
Flexography 101
Learn the essentials of the flexographic printing process, from basic concepts to how a typical workflow moves from start to finish. This course introduces key components, materials, and consumables, giving new industry professionals a strong understanding of how flexo works.
Get Certified!
FIRST Level 1
FIRST Level 1 is designed for entry-level and non-production personnel who are new to the flexographic industry. As the only certification level that applies to all roles within a flexographic workflow, it establishes a broad understanding of core printing principles and FIRST methodology. This is the ideal starting point for those pursuing the full FIRST certification program.
