TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES
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Introduction to Plastic Welding
Learn the essential skills of plastic welding with Polyvance and discover how repairing damaged vehicle parts can be more profitable than replacing them.
This hands-on course will teach you:
Event Info:
October 15th
9am-2pm
18215 South Pasadena St. Unit A 100, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
6 Technician Registration Spots Available
Blueprinting and Computerized Measuring Course
This course provides essential training on the Chief computerized measuring system to streamline blueprinting and repair planning.
Participants will learn:
How to set up a vehicle properly
Advanced measuring techniques for accuracy
How to identify hidden damage and reduce delays
Methods to ensure structural integrity and improve repair quality
Mastering blueprinting with the Chief system helps technicians produce more precise, high-quality repairs while boosting overall shop productivity.
Event Info:
November 19th
9am-2pm
18215 South Pasadena St. Unit A 100, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
$200 per student
12 Technician Registration Spots Available
Structural Damage Analysis – 3 Days
This comprehensive course features 24-hours of instruction on collision theory, structural damage analysis skills and an understanding of correction procedures. It is designed for the body shop estimator or insurance appraiser.
Note: This course is not designed to teach estimate writing, but is designed to give you a thorough understanding of damage analysis and the procedures necessary for correcting structural misalignment. We recommend one year estimating experience before attending.
The course is a prerequisite to the “Advanced Unitized Body Repair” technician’s class.
Key learning activities include:
Collision theory of unitized and body-on-frame vehicles.
Hands-on gauging, measuring, and analyzing collision damage
Computerized measuring and structural analysis
Hands-on structural repair of a damaged unitized body vehicle to show the state-of-the-art application of damage analysis and correction procedures
Writing detailed structural damage reports
Event Info:
December 9-11
8am-5pm
18215 South Pasadena St. Unit A 100, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
$1,025 per student
10 Technician Registration Spots Available
*Register before November 4th and receive $150.00 off your Structural Damage Analysis Training with code: SCCE150SDA
To use multiple seats, separate transactions are required.
ABCs of Welding: Steel, Aluminum & Silicon Bronze – ICAR Prep Course with Toby Chess
ICAR welding certification by focusing on proper techniques and best practices for welding steel, aluminum, and silicon bronze.
Whether you’re brushing up your skills or preparing for your initial certification, this course will cover critical topics such as surface preparation, proper machine setup, material differences, and real-world application scenarios. Under Toby’s guidance, students will gain the confidence and technical skill set necessary to perform safe, accurate, and OEM-compliant welds in today’s collision repair environment.
Topics Covered:
Event Info:
TBD
9am-3pm
18215 South Pasadena St. Unit A 100, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
$600 per student
6 Technician Registration Spots Available
Advanced Welding Techniques for Manufacturer Approvals
This advanced welding class is administered by a manufacturer-certified welder and is designed for experienced professionals aiming to meet the welding standards required by top automotive brands such as Mercedes-Benz, Jaguar, Land Rover, Volkswagen, and Audi.
The course focuses on manufacturer-specific welding standards, materials, and repair protocols used in high-end vehicle construction. Participants will learn advanced MIG/MAG, and spot welding techniques required for aluminum, high-strength steel, and mixed-material structures.
Topics Covered:
The curriculum emphasizes precision, cleanliness, and joint integrity to meet OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) specifications.
Hands-on training includes the use of OEM-approved equipment, weld sample preparation, and real-world repair simulations.
Welders are guided and assessed to ensure they meet the strict quality and safety standards set by these manufacturers.
By the end of the course, participants will be fully prepared for manufacturer certification tests and equipped to work in certified collision repair facilities or OEM-affiliated service networks, ensuring structural integrity and warranty compliance in all approved repairs.
Event Info:
TBD
9am-5pm
18215 South Pasadena St. Unit A 100, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
$1,100 per student
4 Technician Registration Spots Available
Bring Training to Your Shop
Maximize your team’s potential with in-shop training designed around your specific needs and equipment. Our experts will work directly with your technicians, right in your facility, to ensure they gain the hands-on knowledge and confidence to get the job done right. Contact us today to discuss customized training opportunities that fit your schedule and goals.