EAS Refresher: update & deepening

Keep your knowledge as a European Adhesive Specialist up to date with the two-day EAS Refresher. You’ll revisit core topics, receive the latest updates from relevant standards, and maintain demonstrable competence in your field.

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Why choose the EAS refresher at Lijmacademie?

The European Adhesive Specialist (EAS) Refresher is specifically designed for professionals who want to keep their diploma and knowledge up to date. While the EAS diploma is valid for life, many quality systems require demonstrable continued education. This two-day update ensures compliance with EN 17460 and NEN-EN ISO 21368 and expands your expertise with the latest insights in adhesive technology.

At Lijmacademie, this update is combined with deeper learning and real-world examples. This way, you not only remain formally certified but also stay technically sharp and prepared for current challenges in design, production, and quality assurance.

What will you learn during
our refresher?

The EAS Refresher focuses on knowledge update, deepening and broadening. You will revist the key topics from the EAS course , learn what has changed in standards and processes, and receive practical tips to immediately apply in your work. Theory and practice alternate throughout the training, allowing you to apply and test your knowledge right away. You’ll be updated on the following topics:

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What does the
course out?

The Refresher consists of two consecutive days at Lijmacademie in Gilze-Rijen. In addition to in-depth sessions, there’s time for discussion, hands-on exercises, and networking with fellow specialists. Lunch and dinner are included, and a group dinner and informal drinks are organized on the first evening.

We work with smaller groups (max. 12 people per practicum group) to ensure personal guidance and space for questions.

Duration

2 consecutive days 

Location

Gilze-Rijen

Cost

€ 925 incl. course materials, lunch, dinner and hotel accommodation. Travel expenses and VAT are not included.

Diploma

Proof of participation

Start dates & availability

Register in time - a limited number of spots are available per group.

Start date

Location

Available spots

May 12 & 13, 2026

Glue Academy - Gilze Rijen, Netherlands

Available

Start dates

Be on time, a limited number of spots are available.

Week

Date

Language

Location

Week 20

May 19 & 20, 2027

Dutch

Ericssonstraat 2
5121 ML Gilze-Rijen
Netherlands

Is this course
suitable for you?

The EAS Refresher is designed for anyone who has completed the diploma EWF 662 European Adhesive Specialist and wants to keep his knowledge up to date. The course is additionally open to other interested parties who wish to deepen their expertise in adhesive technology.

Do you want to meet the requirements of international standards, renew your knowledge and gain directly applicable insights? Then this Refresher is perfect for you.

Here's what our students say

EAS 1

"The weeks were super fun and I learned a lot from the trainers. Now I just need to apply it."

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EAS 2

"The presentation and concept maps helped me tremendously in understanding the technical terms."

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EAS 3

"Very good course. All facets of the subject are covered.Well set up with a good alternation of theory and practicals. Taught by a course leader who teaches from experience. Highly recommended for future EAS-ers."

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Here's what our participants say

Great teachers!
"Very good course. All facets of the subject are covered.Well set up with a good alternation of theory and practicals. Taught by a course leader who teaches from experience. Highly recommended for future EAS-ers."
"The presentation and concept maps helped me tremendously in understanding the technical terms."
"The weeks were super fun and I learned a lot from the trainers. Now I just need to apply it."

Here's what our participants say

Great teachers!
"Very good course. All facets of the subject are covered.Well set up with a good alternation of theory and practicals. Taught by a course leader who teaches from experience. Highly recommended for future EAS-ers."

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EAS Refresher brochure

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Want more information on course content and start dates? Download our brochure.

Frequently asked questions about the EAS refresher

The Refresher is primarily intended for EAS diploma holders, but it is also open to other professionals who wish to deepen their knowledge.

 

Yes, you will receive a certificate of participation demonstrating that your knowledge is demonstrably up-to-date to current standards.

Because many quality systems demand that you can demonstrate that your knowledge is up to date. With the Refresher, you meet international standards such as EN 17460 and NEN-EN ISO 21368.

No, you will receive all the teaching materials. You only need to bring your own practical experience.

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