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I-CAR^® TRAINING QUALIFIES FOR COLLEGE CREDIT

HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL – August 8, 2006 – Any collision industry professional that has successfully completed I-CAR training now has an added benefit. I-CAR and the University of Phoenix Online have formed a relationship which now applies I-CAR training as credit towards a college degree.

"Offering this opportunity to the collision industry is a monumental step towards increasing professionalism and recognition of training," explained I-CAR President & CEO Tom McGee. "Working with the University of Phoenix Online, I-CAR students are able to achieve a target not possible until now. Another exciting aspect of this relationship is the fact that any professional who already holds an Associate degree in collision repair can apply that credit, along with their I-CAR training, towards a Bachelor degree with an emphasis in collision repair. The level of professionalism in the industry is rising, and I-CAR is honored to be a part of the change."

I-CAR and the University of Phoenix Online are offering a free virtual presentation/teleconference on Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at 12 noon CDT. A question and answer session will be held during the session. To register, please RSVP via email or phone to University of Phoenix Online representative Teresa Hutchinson 800.433.2490 or teresa.hutchinson@phoenix.edu by Friday, August 18, 2006.

To begin the I-CAR credit transfer process, contact the University of Phoenix Online. As part of the application process, the University of Phoenix Online will evaluate I-CAR transcripts or certificates for you to determine applicable degree credit. Remaining credit hours not covered by I-CAR training can be easily completed through the University of Phoenix Online’s internet-based courses, which are available around the globe seven days per week, at any time that is convenient for the student.

I-CAR training completed at the career and technical school or college level also applies towards a degree through Axia College of University of Phoenix.

The University of Phoenix is accredited by one of the six regional accrediting bodies, the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (also known as “HLC”), which is recognized worldwide.

Additional information on the relationship can be found at http://www.uopx.com/icar or by contacting Ms. Hutchinson.

I-CAR, founded in 1979, is an international not-for-profit training organization dedicated to improving the quality, safety, and efficiency of auto collision repair for the ultimate benefit of consumers.

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