Honda Training
I-CAR Gold Class® designation is one of the basic knowledge and skill requirement options to qualify for the Honda and Acura Certified Collision body shop programs from American Honda Motor Co. Through earning the Gold Class designation, collision repair facilities may increase operational efficiencies, reduce cycle times, minimize repair mistakes, and most importantly, complete safe repairs.
The Honda and Acura Certified Collision body shop programs are available to both dealer-owned and independent collision repair facilities.
Training Requirements
All Shops Certified by American Honda Motor Co. must register for and complete the following:
One person in each of the three (3) roles listed below must take all nine (9) of the required Honda courses to meet Honda’s Training requirements. One (1) person may not satisfy the requirements for multiple roles. The shop may satisfy Honda & Acura training requirements via staffing options 1 or 2 listed below.
- At least two (2) structural technicians and one (1) estimator OR
- At least one (1) structural technician, one (1) non-structural technician, and one (1) estimator.
Required
Optional
| Course | Required |
|---|---|
| Honda Scan Tools and Using the Honda Diagnostic System | No |
Additional requirements must be met in order to qualify for the programs, including CSI System, Tools and Equipment, Facility Standards and Shop Inspections. For more specific program information, contact the program administrator at HondaandAcuraCollision@ahm.honda.com or visit hondaandacuracertifiedcollision.com.
