YCS Training Center

What Is the YCS Training Center?

The YCS Training Center is where yard card professionals learn the skills that actually move the needle: clean design, efficient production, smart systems, and seasonal strategy that keeps you ahead of every major moment.

Whether you’re brand new or already running a steady business, the Training Center gives you a clear path to grow your skills without feeling overwhelmed or pulled in twenty different directions.

Class registration for all January–April 2026 trainings opens December 16.

If you already know you want full access, you can preview the 2026 Class Pass here.

Core Design Skills

Learn how to design clean, professional layouts in Illustrator — Make Anything, Letters & Nesting, formatting fonts, print-ready files, and banner design.

Business & Systems

Build systems that save time and increase profit — business foundations, storage basics, branding, pricing clarity, and simple marketing that attracts bookings.

Seasonal & Specialty

Stay ready year-round with specialty design training and seasonal strategy sessions that help you plan ahead and show up confidently during high-demand seasons.

How the YCS Training Center Works

Every class inside the YCS Training Center is designed to help you build real skills without feeling overwhelmed. Each month includes a mix of design classes, business foundations, and seasonal training so you can stay confident, organized, and ahead of every major moment in your business.

You can attend live or watch the replay inside your student dashboard. Class replays remain available for a limited time so you can review the material and apply what you’ve learned without feeling rushed. This ensures you stay on track while keeping the Training Center content fresh, accurate, and aligned with the current season.

Whether you join live or catch the replay later, you’ll always know what to work on, what’s coming next, and how to keep moving forward in your yard card business.


Your 2026 Training Framework

The YCS Training Center follows a clear, predictable structure so you always know what to expect each month. Our 2026 schedule includes a mix of Core classes, Business & Systems training, and Seasonal & Specialty sessions designed to build your skills in the right order without overwhelming you.

Each month includes:

  • Two live classes covering design, systems, or specialty topics
  • One optional Study Hall for questions, support, and skill reinforcement
  • Cardie Collective monthly meeting (for Collective members only)
  • Quarterly advanced training for Collective members
  • Seasonal Prep Rally sessions delivered several times a year to keep you 3–4 months ahead

This framework gives you structure without pressure so you can grow your skills, strengthen your business, and stay prepared all year long.

We’re kicking off the new year with a powerful lineup of Core and Business classes designed to simplify your workflow, strengthen your skills, and help you start the year organized and confident.

This is just a sneak peek — the full class list will be released December 1, 2025.

Registration for all individual classes opens December 16.


If you want guaranteed access to everything at the lowest price, grab your EARLY BIRD Class Pass before prices increase.

2026 Class Preview

Session 1 (Jan–Apr) Highlights Include:

• Graduation Design Foundations
Build strong layouts for letters, numbers, senior banners, senior signs, and graduation keepsakes so you’re confident before peak season hits.

• Intermediate Graduation Design Skills
Refine photo-based designs for senior signs, banners, and keepsakes with cleaner layouts, better balance, and production-ready results.

• Seasonal Planning & Execution
Stay 3–4 months ahead with structured training for graduation, teacher appreciation, and spring celebrations.

• Business Foundations for Creative Growth
Strengthen branding, client experience, and decision-making so your business supports your creativity — not the other way around.

• Study Halls for Implementation & Support
Ask questions, troubleshoot designs, and get help applying what you’ve learned throughout the quarter.

 


2026 Class Pass - Available through December 31,2025

Grab Your All Access Class Pass today & save all year! Only available for purchase through December 31, 2025. This offer will NOT be extended.

Class Pass does NOT include access to Cardie Collective member exclusive content, training, meetings, or events. 

Class Pass is INCLUDED in Cardie Collective Membership for members with three (3) months or more of continuous current active membership.

If membership is canceled or paused at any time the Cardie Collective member will lose Class Pass privileges and all existing registrations for upcoming and future training will be canceled.