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Description
A 3-day front office employee training program focusing on the foundational processes in the body repair and paint shop areas of the collision repair business utilizing hands-on exercises. The course will support estimation writing and optimization of OEM repair procedures to restore vehicles to their original crashworthiness while increasing quality standards required to restore those vehicles to an acceptable state of appearance and longevity. Understanding the repair process will promote accurate repair estimation writing and communication to insurance claims resulting in higher quality repairs. Throughout the training, attendees will be instructed on the “WHY” behind repair and refinish methods so they can engage in and retain practices that may vary from the way things have been done for “the last 30 years”
Calendar
Click here to see the Calendar of the Trainings
Training Topics
The course will cover 3M-developed best practices supported by OEM Repair documentation in the areas of:
- Improved Estimating Accuracy
- Insurance Communication Excellence
- Panel Sectioning*
- Welding Best Practices
- Structural & Bonding Adhesives*
- Foams (including Noise, Vibration & Harshness)*
- Body Filler/Glaze Best Practices*
- Seam Sealer OEM Replication*
- Primer/Paint Application*
- Paint Booth Efficiencies
- Paint Finishing Best Practices* *Hands-on
- Front office personnel, including estimators or adjusters, collision shop management and owners with at least 6 months experience in the industry
- Automotive manufacturing and paint company professionals
- Future collision industry leaders
- Front office professionals seeking a deeper understanding of and greater engagement in body shop processes
3-days of practical hands-on training with supplemental classroom discussion
- Training manual and reference materials
- Daily meals and snacks
- Daily transportation between the recommended hotel and training facility
Dress Code
- Blue jeans appropriate
- No shorts or open-toed shoes
16
Description
A 3-day technician training program focusing on foundational paint preparation and refinish processes which underpin the quality standards required in order to restore a collision-damaged vehicle back to an acceptable state of appearance and longevity.
3M instructors will lead attendees through the course primarily using practical “hands-on” sessions that reinforce and demonstrate key concepts, supported by occasional classroom theory and discussion. Throughout the training, attendees will be instructed in the “WHY” behind modern prep and refinish methods so that they can absorb and retain practices that may vary from the way things have been done “for the last 30 years.”
Calendar: Click here to see the Calendar of the Trainings
Training Topics The course will cover 3M-developed best practices in the areas of:
- Feather, Prime, and Block
- Surface Preparation Processes
- Masking
- Undercoat & Texture Selection and Application
- Color Selection, Tinting, and application
- Paint Booth Optimization
- Spot Repair & Blending Techniques
- Paint Finishing
- Quality Control
Who should attend
- Experienced Apprentice/Entry Level Technicians, who desire a solid understanding of the foundations of quality repair
Course Fee
- $2,500
Included in the Course Fee
- 3-days of Practical “Hands-On” Training with supplemental Classroom discussion
- Training Manual and Reference Materials
- Take-Home “Demonstration” Panels
- Daily Meals & Snacks
- Daily Transportation between the recommended Hotel and the Training Facility
- I-CAR® Industry Training Alliance® Credit - Pending I-CAR Approval
Dress Code
- Blue Jeans Appropriate
- No Shorts or Open-Toed Shoes
Event Capacity 16
Description
A 5-Day Technician training program focusing on Foundational Body Repair Processes which underpin OEM Repair Procedures in order to restore a collision-damaged vehicle back to an acceptable state of crashworthiness.
3M Instructors will lead attendees through the course primarily using practical “hands-on” sessions that reinforce and demonstrate key concepts, supported by occasional classroom theory and discussion. Throughout the training, attendees will be instructed in the “WHY” behind modern repair methods and techniques so that they can absorb and retain practices that may vary from the way things have been done “for the last 30 years.”
Calendar: Click here to see the Calendar of the Trainings
Training Topics
The course will cover 3M-developed best practices supported by OEM Repair documentation in the areas of:
- Body Repair Tools and Application Techniques
- Panel Removal & Replacement
- Corrosion Protection Techniques
- Aluminum Substrate Repair
- Dent Repair Methodology
Who should attend
- Established Journeyman Technicians, who are well-respected Leaders within their organizations
- Experienced Apprentice/Entry Level Technicians, who desire a solid understanding of the foundations of quality repair
Course Fee
- $4,750
Included in the Course Fee
- 5-Days of Practical “Hands-On” Training with supplemental Classroom discussion
- Training Manual and Reference Materials
- Take-Home “Demonstration” Panels
- Daily Meals & Snacks
- Daily Transportation between the recommended Hotel and the Training Facility
- I-CAR® Industry Training Alliance® Credit
Dress Code
- Blue Jeans Appropriate
- No Shorts or Open-Toed Shoes
Event Capacity
16
Description
A 3-Day Technician training program focusing on Foundational Body Repair Processes which underpin OEM Repair Procedures in order to restore a collision-damaged vehicle back to an acceptable state of crashworthiness.
3M Instructors will lead attendees through the course primarily using practical “hands-on” sessions that reinforce and demonstrate key concepts, supported by occasional classroom theory and discussion. Throughout the training, attendees will be instructed in the “WHY” behind modern repair methods and techniques so that they can absorb and retain practices that may vary from the way things have been done “for the last 30 years.”
Calendar Click here to see the Calendar of the Trainings
Training Topics
The course will cover 3M-developed best practices supported by OEM Repair documentation in the areas of:
- Body Repair Tools and Application Techniques
- Panel Removal & Replacement
- Corrosion Protection Techniques
- Aluminum Substrate Repair
- Dent Repair Methodology
Who should attend
- Established Journeyman Technicians, who are well-respected Leaders within their organizations
- Experienced Apprentice/Entry Level Technicians, who desire a solid understanding of the foundations of quality repair
Course Fee
- $2,500
Included in the Course Fee
- 3-Days of Practical “Hands-On” Training with supplemental Classroom discussion
- Training Manual and Reference Materials
- Take-Home “Demonstration” Panels
- Daily Meals & Snacks
- Daily Transportation between the recommended Hotel and the Training Facility
- I-CAR® Industry Training Alliance® Credit
Dress Code
- Blue Jeans Appropriate
- No Shorts or Open-Toed Shoes
Event Capacity 24
Develop the skill to stay ahead
Attract, develop, and help retain a new generation of technicians.
Education is an investment that pays immediate benefits like technicians advancing their craft, completing more cost-effective repairs, and increasing employee satisfaction—all while improving your bottom line. It’s a return on investment you can’t afford to miss. 3M is committed to providing the tools you need to invest in your team and help shape the future of the industry. The choice is yours—our doors are open.
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Introducing: The 3M™ Skills Development Center
Our state-of-the-art training facility allows our industry experts to deliver more hands-on training to more people. We are dedicated to teaching body shop staff the most updated processes from real-world experts, OEMs, and accredited partners.
955 Wells St, Suite 300, St Paul, MN 55106
See in Map: 3M Skills Development Center - Google Maps
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Within each of the courses featured, 3M instructors will lead attendees through the course primarily using practical “hands-on” sessions that reinforce and demonstrate key concepts, supported by occasional classroom theory and discussion.
All training courses take place at the 3M Skills Development Center - Google Maps
Body Repair Course Overview (PDF, 235 KB)
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Community In Person Event
Register now for this 3-day Journeyman Technician training program focusing on foundational body repair processes which underpin OEM repair procedures.
Cost: $2500.00
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Community In Person Event
Register now for this 3-day front office employee training program focused on the foundational processes in the body repair and paint shop areas, which will promote accurate estimate writing and insurance communication, resulting in higher quality repairs.
Cost: $2500.00
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Community In Person Event
Register for this 3-day training program focusing on foundational paint preparation and refinish processes.
Cost: $2500.00
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Community In Person Event
Register for this 5-day training program focusing on foundational body repair and refinish processes which are critical to returning a collision damaged vehicle to service.
Cost: $4750.00
Advance your I-CAR training
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When you complete courses offered by 3M, you can also earn credits toward knowledge areas and training requirements for the I-CAR Gold Class® Professionals and Platinum® Individual designation programs. I-CAR sets the industry standards for collision repair training and implementation. With our education modules, you’ll learn new skills while moving forward in your I-CAR accreditation – a win-win.
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We also have online, on-demand virtual courses, webinars, white papers, articles, and videos focused on fulfilling the learning needs of individual technicians. Our library also includes 20+ SOP-focused modules and 6 multi-module learning tracks. Sign in or register and explore today.
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