Collision Repair Training | United States
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Current Events/News: E-newsletter: 2007 Archives
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I-CAR ANNOUNCES ZONE MANAGERS FOR INCREASED COMMUNICATION AND SERVICEAfter conducting a thorough analysis of industry needs I-CAR redesigned its field support area. Effective July 1, the following I-CAR field staff assumed new roles as Zone Managers in order to more effectively coordinate I-CAR Live Training to the collision industry, support the Gold Class Professionals and Platinum Individual programs, and enhance communication and support to I-CAR volunteers. I-CAR Zone Managers and their designated states include:
I-CAR full-time Zone Trainers will support all field activities and report to their respective Zone Manager and include:
In addition, two Customer Care Specialists are assigned to each zone and support the field support efforts. In other I-CAR announcements:
“The additional field support from our Zone Trainers and Customer Care Specialists is vital to our efforts. We are serious about constantly improving our support of the industry and meeting their training needs,” remarked Jeff Peevy. “The creation of the Zone Manager role, in conjunction with our Zone Trainers, part-time Program Instructors and army of industry volunteers, will allow us to launch additional face-to-face contact and advance class schedule preparation, such as with our upcoming strong fall training schedule, which will support the growing Gold Class Professionals and Platinum Individual designation programs. We want the industry to know that their Zone Managers and Zone Trainers along with our Customer Care Team at the I-CAR World Headquarters are ready and willing to help them reach their training goals.” To view a list of currently scheduled I-CAR Live Training programs and Qualification Tests in your area, visit the I-CAR home page at www.i-car.com and utilize the Quick Class Search function. To reach an I-CAR Customer Care Specialist, call 800.422.7872. Zone Managers may be reached at 800.422.7456. |
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STATE FARM INSURANCE CONTRIBUTES $50,000 TO THE I-CAR EDUCATION FOUNDATION TO SUPPORT THE COLLISION INDUSTRYState Farm Insurance Company contributed a total of $50,000 to support the efforts of the I-CAR Education Foundation in July 2007. The $50,000 contribution to the Education Foundation’s General Fund will support many of the Education Foundation’s programs and services.
Chris Evans, State Farm Claim Consultant, P&C Claims said, "Once again, State Farm is pleased to support the I-CAR Education Foundation and feel that our contributions go directly to improving the collision industry. It’s important that we all work toward attracting quality entry-level candidates and assist in preparing them for careers in the collision industry. State Farm is proud to affiliate with and support such a worthy organization." The I-CAR Education Foundation, founded in 1991, is a not-for-profit organization; its IRS 501(c)(3) status allows it to accept grants and donations from government agencies, individuals and businesses. |
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LONG ISLAND, NY I-CAR VOLUNTEER COMMITTEE ANNOUNCE UPCOMING MEETINGThe Long Island, New York I-CAR volunteer committee will be hosting an open meeting for all interested industry professionals on Wednesday, September 5, 2007 from 10 a.m. – 12 noon. I-CAR volunteer committee members along with I-CAR representatives and program instructors will be on hand to answer questions and provide guests with the latest information from I-CAR. Input from attendees during this meeting will help in determining which future I-CAR programs will be conducted in coming months. There will also be a demonstration on how to utilize the I-CAR web site for the latest in technical information from I-CAR. Consider this a “can’t miss” event for the local Long Island industry! A complimentary barbecue will be provided to guests thanks to the generous sponsorship of Keystone Automotive Industries, Inc. Event Location: Adesa Whole Car Auction Meeting Pre-Registration This meeting is available to all local industry professionals at no cost however those interested are asked to pre-register for the event. If you are interested in attending, please notify Scott Saal at 631.831.7427. |
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MADISON, WISCONSIN I-CAR VOLUNTEER COMMITTEE HOSTS AWARENESS EVENTPlan to attend the I-CAR Awareness Event hosted by the Madison Volunteer Committee, see vendor exhibits, learn the latest on Automotive Design Trends and the $100 per Collision Repair Facility per Year program, pick up your local I-CAR class schedule, and network with collision industry professionals. It all takes place Tuesday, September 11 from 5:30 – 9:30 p.m. Event Location: Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Meeting Pre-Registration This meeting is available to all local industry professionals at no cost however those interested are asked to pre-register for the event. If you are interested in attending and would like more information please contact Jason LaRose at 608.213.4354. |
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NACE 2007 I-CAR CLASSES FILLING QUICKLY - NEW CLASSES EXPECTED TO SELL OUT - PRE-REGISTER TODAY
Participants may sign up for the I-CAR training programs as part of their NACE registration by visiting the NACE web site at www.naceexpo.com or by calling 866.860.1962. Wednesday, October 31 8 a.m. – 12 noon
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UPCOMING SCHEDULED I-CAR DEVELOPED OEM CLASSES - PRE-REGISTER TODAY
I-CAR has several vehicle maker/vehicle specific Live Training programs that are currently scheduled. Please note the schedule below of upcoming classes and pre-register today! To view content found in each of the programs, select the program name below. To view specific details on a scheduled class (i.e. location, times, key contacts) and to pre-register, select the date and city. DaimlerChrysler Collision Repair Overview for Chrysler, Dodge, and Jeep Vehicles (DCX01)
Ford Motor Company Collision Repair Overview for the Ford F-150 (FRD01)
General Motors Collision Repair Overview for the Chevrolet Corvette Z06 (GEN01) Volvo Cars of North America Introduction to Volvo Collision Repair (VLV01) Volvo Non-Structural Repair (VLV02) Volvo Structural Repair (VLV03) Volvo Damage Analysis and Electromechanical Repair (VLV04) Collision Repair Overview for the Volvo XC90 (VLV05) Collision Repair Overview for the Volvo S40/V50 (VLV06) OEMs recognize I-CAR Live Training programs that aren’t specific to a particular make of vehicle. For more information visit the Training Relationships section on the I-CAR home page. Vehicle Maker/Vehicle Specific I-CAR Online Training Programs Don’t forget that I-CAR also offers several vehicle maker/vehicle specific I-CAR Online training programs, which can be completed 24/7! You are already online; why not log on and complete an I-CAR Online Training program today! View the full listing of available I-CAR Online Training programs |
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WI COLLEGE GRAD TAKES GOLD AT NATIONAL SKILLSUSA COMPETITIONNortheast Wisconsin Technical College graduate Joel Tolly brought home a gold medal in Collision Repair Technology from the national SkillsUSA Championships held June 28-29 in Kansas City, Missouri.
The Pound, WI resident is a May 2007 honors graduate from the NWTC Auto Collision Repair and Refinishing Technician two-year, technical diploma program. NWTC located in Green Bay, WI, is a Level I I-CAR Education Foundation Industry Alliance partner. Schools that are in Level I have met all the criteria to join the Industry Training Alliance. In addition, schools in Level I have met all the continuing criteria/requirements and have had students apply for I-CAR points within the past 24 months. With Tolly’s recent success, this is the fourth consecutive year that an NWTC Auto Collision Repair and Refinish program student or graduate has earned a national SkillsUSA medal. This is also the fourth straight year that NWTC has swept all three top medals in Collision Repair Technology at the state level. “Our student success in these competitions is a true indicator of the skill, qualifications, and character the student possesses,” said Mark Blohm, NWTC auto collision instructor and SkillsUSA advisor. “This success is a product of student learning, parental support, employer support, and learner determination. We are very proud of this effort.” The Collision Repair Technology Contest involved repairing a metal fender using metal finishing techniques and plastic body filler, refinishing a panel (including blending) using new paint systems, structural damage analysis including vehicle body alignment, plastic identification and repair, GMA welding to the standards of the I-CAR Welding Qualification Test, estimation of a collision damaged vehicle, and an ASE written exam and interview. Contestants were judged on the overall appearance of the finished product, speed and proper safety practices. Tolly was one of five NWTC students who earned either a gold or silver medal at last month’s championships. They were among more than 5000 students who competed in 87 hands-on skills and leadership contests. As a gold medal winner, Tolly may have the opportunity to represent the United States at the WorldSkills competition in Montreal in 2009. SkillsUSA is the national organization for students in trade, industrial, technical and health occupations education. It sponsors the SkillsUSA Championships annually to recognize the achievements of career and technical education students and to encourage them to strive for excellence and pride in their chosen occupations. For more information, go to www.skillsusa.org. |
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UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX - SAVE THE DATEI-CAR and the University of Phoenix will hold informative teleconferences on August 22, 2007 at 11 a.m. and 12 noon CDT. Both sessions are complimentary and contain the same information, which will help attendees understand how to apply their I-CAR training towards a degree from the University of Phoenix. Look for an upcoming e-mail with additional details and registration information.
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