HD Repair Forum

Educational Resources

This page is a result of the Education Committees’ efforts to help the heavy-duty collision repair industry and is work in progress.
*Note that course rates and availability are subject to change without notice to the HD Repair Forum.
If you have training opportunities that should be included on this page, please submit your request via the “Contact Us” page  found in the upper right hand corner of the website. 

Estimator Training

Building Effective Vendor and Insurer Relationships

This online course reviews common communication scenarios a collision repair shop’s Production Manager may encounter, effective communication tools, and guidance to avoid miscommunication. Conflict scenarios and resolution strategies are also examined to help ensure the best possible outcomes.

Costs: $48
Location: Online
Contact: I-CAR
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Tractor Trailer Estimatics

This course includes collision repair, paint, DEF systems and the latest information on hybrid and electric semi trucks. This course begins with an emphasis on tractors, nomenclature, estimating guides, suspensions, cab and body construction, frames, fifth wheels, diesel engines and wear items. The course covers the construction and design of trailers. Also emphasized are frames, sub-frames and panel repairs, mechanical, electrical and refrigeration trailer applications.

Costs: $1,995
Duration: 5 Days
Location: Online
Contact: Vale Training Academy 817.633.4800
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Insurer Training

Building Effective Vendor and Insurer Relationships

This online course reviews common communication scenarios a collision repair shop’s Production Manager may encounter, effective communication tools, and guidance to avoid miscommunication. Conflict scenarios and resolution strategies are also examined to help ensure the best possible outcomes.

Costs: $48
Location: Online
Contact: I-CAR
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Tractor Trailer Estimatics

This course includes collision repair, paint, DEF systems and the latest information on hybrid and electric semi trucks. This course begins with an emphasis on tractors, nomenclature, estimating guides, suspensions, cab and body construction, frames, fifth wheels, diesel engines and wear items. The course covers the construction and design of trailers. Also emphasized are frames, sub-frames and panel repairs, mechanical, electrical and refrigeration trailer applications.

Costs: $1,995
Duration: 5 Days
Location: Online
Contact: Vale Training Academy 817.633.4800
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Management Training

Building Effective Vendor and Insurer Relationships

This online course reviews common communication scenarios a collision repair shop’s Production Manager may encounter, effective communication tools, and guidance to avoid miscommunication. Conflict scenarios and resolution strategies are also examined to help ensure the best possible outcomes.

Costs: $48
Location: Online
Contact: I-CAR
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Technician Training

Collision Repair Materials 101: Abrasives

This introductory course explores the fundamentals of abrasives. Topics include, how they are made, various uses, trouble-shooting, application guide and much-much more. Make sure to read the 3M Terms of Use before accessing the course.

Costs: Free
Duration: 1 hour
Location: Online
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I-CAR Heavy-Duty Truck Package

These I-CAR courses were packaged for technicians to provide foundational training for complete, safe and quality collision repairs in the medium and heavy duty truck space. These six self-study courses focus on damage analysis, single and double-sided plastic repair, and scan tools and diagnostics. Each interactive course is available online and one hour or less in duration.

Costs: $249 Introductory Offer
Duration: 1 hour/course ( Six courses included)
Location: Online
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