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Training Guides

If you are past the exploring stage and ready to look at training, these guides go deeper on the programs themselves, the skills they cover, and how to get more information.

Updated January 15, 2025

Quick answer

Graduates to Greatness training covers automotive reconditioning skills including Paintless Dent Repair, paint chip repair, interior repair, alloy wheel repair, windshield repair, auto detailing, odor removal, and bumper scuff repair. Training is hands-on, working on real vehicles in small classes.

Skills you can train for

The program teaches a stack of reconditioning skills. You can start with the core skill and add others to broaden what you are able to offer.

  • Paintless Dent Repair (PDR), the core skill
  • Paint Chip Repair and paint correction
  • Interior Repair
  • Alloy Wheel Repair
  • Windshield Repair
  • Auto Detailing
  • Odor Removal
  • Bumper Scuff Repair
Planned additions

Ceramic coating, paint protection film (PPF), window tint, and windshield protection film are planned additions to the curriculum. They are listed for transparency and are not presented as current training until offered.

How the training works

Training is highly hands-on. Rather than sitting through lectures, students work on real vehicles in small classes, learning by doing the actual work. No prior automotive experience is required.

How long does the training take?

Program length can depend on the skills you choose to learn. For an honest answer rather than a generic estimate, see our guide on how long trade school takes, or contact us for current program details.

Explore specific skills

You can explore each skill in more detail on the training pages, including what it covers and the techniques involved. When you are ready, request information to talk through the right path for you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Training covers Paintless Dent Repair, paint chip repair, interior repair, alloy wheel repair, windshield repair, auto detailing, odor removal, and bumper scuff repair. Additional services are planned for the future and labeled as such.

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

Yes. Training is highly hands-on, working on real vehicles in small classes rather than sitting in a lecture hall.

Your Future Starts With a Skill.

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