Paintless Dent Repair Certification
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The Paintless Dent School offers a comprehensive certification program that evaluates and tests for specific knowledge and quality at three distinct levels. Our certification process ensures that individuals who complete the program possess the necessary skills and expertise to excel in the industry. Join our program and gain the recognition you deserve as a skilled and knowledgeable Paintless Dent Repair professional.
Paintless Dent Repair Certification
Certificate Levels
Journeyman
We offer exceptional PDR training programs that go parallel to our PDR-40/80/120 State Approved Paintless Dent Repair Certification programs. Our training programs assess the ability to cleanly repair dents up to the size of a quarter, as well as basic glue pulling techniques, including basic body lines. Our Paintless Dent School students are guaranteed to graduate with a Journeyman Level Certification that exceeds the minimum industry standards.
Craftsman
Craftsman Certification Requirements: Obtain a Verifiable Journeyman Certificate or exceed minimum industry standards.
Demonstrate proficiency in repairing up to golf ball size dents, including crown/pressure dents, and have a clear understanding of panel access without drilling. Possess advanced cross-checking techniques and the ability to repair obstructed damage.
To earn your Craftsman Certification, you must undergo testing in person at a Paintless Dent School approved location, which will be administered by a Paintless Dent School approved Instructor.
Master Craftsman
Minimum Requirements:To become a certified Craftsman, applicants must possess a Craftsman Certification and a minimum of one year of experience in their field.
Master Craftsman Certification:
If a new applicant takes the two-part Master Craftsman certification test and only passes one of the two parts, they will receive a Craftsman certification. After a period of six months, they will be eligible to retake the test and work towards achieving their Master Craftsman Certification.
Testing
Paintless Dent Repair Certification
To achieve Master Craftsman Certification, candidates must complete an in-person test at a Paintless Dent School approved location, which will be administered by an approved PDS Instructor. The Certification Test will cover all minimum requirements of Craftsman Level Certification, including but not limited to:
– Repairing baseball and larger sized dents
– Using Heat Induction techniques
– Employing Advanced Glue Pulling methods
– Performing blending techniques
– Handling Hail Repair
– Tackling major creases and body line damage.
As the only PDR Training company with our credentials and reputation for quality, the Paintless Dent School sets the standard for excellence in the industry.
