Collision Repair Training | United States
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Current Events/News: E-newsletter: 2005 Archives
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I-CAR WORLD HEADQUARTERS OPENS ITS DOORS TO COLLISION INDUSTRY
The new 25,000 sq. ft. building greatly increases current capabilities for I-CAR and with the ability to expand an additional 15,000 sq. ft., it provides for future growth within I-CAR. The Inter-Industry Training Centre, a classroom that seats up to 90 people to assist in training professionals, is an important part of the new I-CAR facility. I-CAR has opened its’ doors to the collision industry to use this classroom for conducting future industry meetings. I-CAR International Board of Directors Chairman Rod Enlow said, "This building is truly an asset for the entire collision industry. We hope that the Inter-Industry Training Centre is booked solid for next year. We could not have built this without the support of our industry for I-CAR and its Vision. We are looking forward to even higher levels of performance from both our staff and instructor network as a result of the capabilities gained by our new World Headquarters.”
I-CAR Education Foundation Board Chairman Clark Plucinski said, "In the 20 plus years I have been associated with I-CAR; I have always been made to feel like part of the I-CAR family. As a volunteer, that was important to me. From the moment I walked through the door of the new I-CAR World Headquarters, it felt like home. The new facility will also be a great addition towards the future success of the I-CAR Education Foundation. There is a solid Vision, strong financial status, and a tremendous Board of Trustees, Executive Committee and staff. I'm proud and honored to be an integral part of a winning, dynamic team and look forward to the many great years that lie ahead.” I-CAR President and CEO Tom McGee said, "The completion of the World Headquarters is something that all of the supporters of I-CAR and the I-CAR Education Foundation can be very proud of for years to come. The facility is not just for use by I-CAR and the I-CAR Education Foundation. We believe that the Inter-Industry Training Centre should be used by any organization in the collision industry that has a need to conduct a meeting in the Chicago area. We are also very proud to have the support of the Collision Industry Hall of Eagles and the Akzo Nobel Most Influential Women in the Collision Repair Industry, both of whom will have permanent displays in the facility to recognize those individuals who have made on significant impact on our industry.”
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CCC INFORMATION SERVICES INC. MARKS 25TH ANNIVERSARY WITH $25,000 IN STUDENT REPAIR TECHNICIAN SCHOLARSHIPSOffered in cooperation with the I-CAR Education Foundation; student applications now being accepted.
"Retaining and recruiting qualified repair technicians remains a critical challenge for our industry,” said Jim Dickens, senior vice president at CCC. "We have created the CCC Outstanding Student Technician Scholarship program to help ensure that the best and brightest student technicians remain in school and go on to work in the industry. And, as we celebrate our 25th anniversary this year, we wanted to give something back to the industry that has been very supportive of us, while reaffirming CCC’s commitment to the future of automotive claims and collision repair.” According to the CollisionWeek 2005 Business Conditions and Repairer Optimism report, nearly 19 percent of repair facilities reported that they were unable to fill qualified technician positions in 2004. Additionally, more than 27 percent of the larger, MSO-level repair facilities reported having a hard time filling positions in 2005 and more than 11 percent of all repair facilities reported that they’ve been unable to fill open positions for more than one month. Ron Ray, executive director of the I-CAR Education Foundation, stated that: "The shortage of qualified repair technicians has the potential to negatively impact the ability of shop owners to run efficient and profitable businesses. CCC’s scholarship program will address this issue head on, providing funding to help students receive a high-quality education before entering the collision repair workforce.” About the CCC Outstanding Student Technician Scholarship The CCC Outstanding Student Technician Scholarship program will award scholarships to students currently enrolled at each of the five schools, and have a combined value of $25,000. Students must meet pre-determined criteria to be eligible for the scholarship. Schools participating in the inaugural year of the CCC Outstanding Student Technician Scholarship program were selected based on criteria that include ASE certification, use of the I-CAR Advanced Training curriculum and geographic location. The following is a list of participating schools:
To learn more about the CCC Outstanding Student Technician Scholarship Program, including student criteria, please visit the CCC website at www.cccis.com or call the I-CAR Education Foundation at or call 847.463.5282. About the Participating Schools Bridgerland Applied Technology College (BATC) Bridgerland Applied Technology College (BATC) is one of the nine applied technology college campuses in the state of Utah. It was officially organized under the State Board of Vocational Education and funded by appropriations from the Utah State Legislature in January of 1971. A special session of the Utah State Legislature in June 2001 restructured the governance of this campus and established Bridgerland Applied Technology College, a Utah College of Applied Technology (UCAT) Campus. BATC programs generally feature an open-entry / open-exit competency-based individualized learning and teaching model. This model is a progressive educational tool unique to the Utah College of Applied Technology and its campuses. Fox Valley Technical College (FVTC) FVTC is committed to helping people reach their potential through education and training for employment. The college offers more than 80 associate degree and technical diploma programs, nearly 120 short-term certificates and instruction related to 20 apprenticeship trades, in addition to providing services to business and industry. Each year, the college serves nearly 50,000 people throughout its five-county district. The FVTC Web site can be found at www.fvtc.edu. Nashville Auto-Diesel College (NADC) NADC strives to meet our mission of excellence by offering the comprehensive training and education necessary to prepare graduates for initiating a life-long career in their chosen technical area. At NADC students not only receive hands-on training in the auto-diesel, collision and refinishing repair, or high performance industries – but also build a solid foundation for a successful and rewarding future. Pennsylvania College of Technology Pennsylvania College of Technology is Pennsylvania's premier technical college and a special mission affiliate of The Pennsylvania State University. More than 6,500 students are enrolled in Penn College's bachelor-degree, associate-degree and certificate majors, which combine hands-on experience with theory and management education. Degrees offered represent more than 100 career fields ranging from manufacturing, design, transportation, construction and natural resources to hospitality, health, business and communication. The college offers an associate's degree in Collision Repair Technology and a certificate in Collision Repair Technician. Graduates of the associate-degree program may complete a bachelor's degree in Automotive Technology Management via distance learning or on campus. For more information, visit www.pct.edu. Universal Technical Institute, Inc. (UTI) Universal Technical Institute is, a nationwide provider of technical education training for students seeking careers as professional automotive, diesel, collision repair, motorcycle and marine technicians. Through our campus-based school system, Universal Technical Institute, Inc. offers specialized technical education programs under the banner of several well-known brands, including Universal Technical Institute (UTI), Motorcycle Mechanics Institute and Marine Mechanics Institute (MMI) and NASCAR Technical Institute (NTI). About CCC |
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COLLISION TV AVAILABLE TO ENTIRE CANADIAN COLLISION INDUSTRY
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REGISTER FOR AN UPCOMING QUALIFICATION TEST!Have you advanced your professional skills by successfully completing one of the three I-CAR qualification tests (QTs)? Recognized by many OEMs, insurance companies, and other collision industry segments, I-CAR QTs allow professionals the opportunity to demonstrate that they have the skills needed to perform the tasks required for proper, efficient, and safe collision repairs. Demonstrate your skills by registering for an I-CAR QT today! Click on a state/province below to view their full QT training schedule! Find Qualification Tests Located In:
Pre-registration and pre-payment are required for I-CAR QTs. Please contact I-CAR customer care at 800.422.7872 to check availability of QT dates and open seats. Need to view additional test dates or are you located in a different I-CAR region? Visit the QT specific web page and simply enter in your ZIP/postal code to find the most up-to-date class and qualification test schedules!
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR I-CAR TRAINING PATH TASK AREAS: STRUCTURAL
All collision industry professionals may now follow one I-CAR training paths document. Organized by task areas, the training paths allow individuals to select specific training programs and qualification tests that meet their needs. To select the training that is right for you:
Remember: a good training program teaches you new information while incorporating and reviewing some material you already know and use. Below are the I-CAR training programs listed under the Structural task area. Because Group I builds on the Core Training Programs, and programs in Group II build on Group I and so on, you need to have an understanding of materials found in the Core Training Programs as well as previous groups before beginning more advanced training. Structural Repair I Structural Repair II
Structural Repair III
Structural Repair IV
A complete listing of the I-CAR training programs and their I-CAR Recommended Training Paths task areas are available online. |
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POINT…CLICK…LOCAL TRAINING SCHEDULE Finding an I-CAR class and/or qualification test in your area has never been easier!
This quick and convenient search function even provides the miles and directions to the training program. I-CAR classes are held at a variety of dates and times, in approximately 800 locations across North America. Local committees schedule classes, which vary to meet the needs of the local markets. If a desired program is not available in your area, you may submit a class request form online. |
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