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Guides and answers for students, parents and schools exploring automotive reconditioning training.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything students, parents and schools want to know about automotive reconditioning training.

Automotive reconditioning is the skilled work of restoring a vehicle’s appearance. It covers services like dent repair, paint chip repair, interior repair, wheel repair, windshield repair, detailing and odor removal that make cars and trucks look their best.

Paintless Dent Repair (PDR) removes dents and dings by gently working the metal from behind the panel with specially designed tools. Because it works behind the damage, there is no sanding, painting or body filler — and when it is done, there should be no sign a dent was ever there.

No prior experience is required. The program is designed to teach you the skills step by step through hands-on instruction.

Yes. Training is highly hands-on, working on real vehicles in small classes rather than sitting in a lecture hall, so you learn by actually doing the work.

You can learn Paintless Dent Repair, paint chip repair, interior repair, alloy wheel repair, windshield repair, auto detailing, odor removal and bumper scuff repair.

These skills are used by independent technicians, auto dealerships, body shops, fleet and rental operations, hail repair specialists, reconditioning companies — or you can use them to start your own business.

Yes. The program goes beyond technical training and includes business development and marketing instruction to help you build a business from the ground up.

Yes. Graduates receive a professional tool package so you learn on — and leave with — the equipment professionals actually use. (Contact us for current package details.)

Schools, counselors and CTE professionals can partner with us to introduce students to automotive reconditioning career training and potential apprenticeship opportunities. Reach out through our Partner With Us page.

Get started through our contact form or call (800) 304-3464 to speak with a representative about the program and next steps.

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