Audi Training

Audi Authorized Collision Repair
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The Audi Authorized Collision Repair program requires facilities to hold the I-CAR Gold Class® designation, ensuring technicians have the knowledge and skills to deliver efficient, safe and high-quality repairs.

EV and ADAS Course Requirements

To support Audi’s electrification and advanced-safety initiatives, the courses below are mandatory for new and certified shops.

Hybrid Vehicle Identification and Damage Analysis

Hybrid Vehicle Identification and Damage Analysis

Online, 1 h
Estimators · Structural Techs

Understanding High Voltage Safety

Understanding High Voltage Safety

Online, 45 m
Estimators · Structural Techs

Convenience Systems Operation and Service

Convenience Systems Operation and Service

Online, 1 h
All Job Roles

ADAS Operation and Service

ADAS Operation and Service

Online, 1 h 20 m
All Job Roles

Incorporating ADAS in Your Business

Incorporating ADAS in Your Business

Online, 30 m
Production / Office Managers

Post Repair ADAS Testing

Post Repair ADAS Testing

Online, 1 h
Estimators · Structural Techs · Refinishers

Windshields and ADAS

Windshields and ADAS

Online, 45 m
Estimators · Structural Techs · Refinishers

Audi Authorized Collision Repair Program Training Path

New-applicant shops must meet the Platinum-status and course requirements below.

  1. ADAS Operation and Service – Online
  2. Adhesive Bonding – Online
  3. Advanced High-Strength Steel – Online
  4. Body Filler – Online
  5. Brake System Electronics Operation and Damage Analysis – Online
  6. Capturing Quality Photos – Virtual
  7. Circuit Measurements with a Digital Volt-Ohm Meter – Online
  8. Convenience Systems Operation and Service – Online
  9. Damage Analysis of Driving Assist Systems – Online
  10. Damage Analysis of Lighting and Vision Assist – Online
  11. Damage Analysis of Restraint Systems – Online
  12. Damage Analysis of Steering and Suspension Systems – Online
  13. Electrical Damage Inspection – Online
  14. Electrical Theory – Online
  15. Electronic System Diagnostics and Repair – Virtual
  16. Gaining Efficiencies through Blueprinting – Online
  17. Hazardous Airborne Pollutants – Online
  18. Hem Flange Panel Replacement – Online
  19. Hiring to Support Your Shop’s Learning Culture – Online
  20. Hybrid Vehicle Identification and Damage Analysis – Online
  21. Hybrid, Electric, and Alternative Fuel Vehicle Service – Online
  22. Implementing a Learning Culture – Online
  23. Improving Your Shop’s Cycle Time – Online
  24. In-Process Quality Control Checks – Online
  25. Introduction to Diagnostics and Scan Tools – Online
  26. Introduction to Squeeze-Type Resistance Spot Welding – Online
  27. Learning Culture Overview – Online
  28. Optimizing Processes, Equipment, and Compliance – Online
  29. Panel Removal and Preparation for Installation – Online
  30. Part Replacement at Factory Seams – Online
  31. Post Repair Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) Testing – Online
  32. Quality Is Your Business – Online
  33. Restraint Systems Operation – Online
  34. Safety Data Sheets and Labels – Online
  35. Sectioning Overview – Online
  36. Sectioning Scenarios – Virtual
  37. Speaking the KPI Language – Online
  38. Squeeze-Type Resistance Spot Welding Hands-On Skills Development – Optional
  39. Steel Panel Repair 1 – Online
  40. Steel Panel Repair 2 – Online
  41. Steering and Suspension Operation – Online
  42. Strengthening Your In-Process Quality Controls – Online
  43. Structural Damage Analysis – Structures – Online
  44. The Art and Science of Estimator Interactions – Virtual
  45. Training and Certification: Steel Sectioning – Optional
  46. Trim Removal and Installation – Online
  47. Understanding Cycle Time – Virtual
  48. Understanding High Voltage Safety – Online
  49. Understanding Your Part in Profit and Loss – Online
  50. Using Vehicle Maker Repair Procedures – Online
  51. Vehicle Construction Material Types – Online
  52. Vehicle Technology and Trends 2023 – Online
  53. Windshields and Advanced Driver Assist Systems (ADAS) – Online
  54. Workflow Essentials – Online
  55. Working Safely Around Hazardous Materials – Online
  56. Workplace Safety – Online

I-CAR courses must be completed before attending Audi Academy Instructor-Led Training.

  1. ADAS Operation and Service – Online
  2. Convenience Systems Operation and Service – Online
  3. Damage Analysis of Convenience Systems
  4. Damage Analysis of Driving Assist Systems – Online
  5. Damage Analysis of Lighting and Vision Assist – Online
  6. Damage Analysis of Restraint Systems – Online
  7. Damage Analysis of Unitized Structures – Center – Online
  8. Damage Analysis of Unitized Structures – Front – Online
  9. Damage Analysis of Unitized Structures – Rear – Online
  10. Full-Frame / Unitized Structure Pulling Overview – Online
  11. Hazardous Waste Disposal – Online
  12. Hybrid Vehicle Identification and Damage Analysis – Online
  13. Hybrid, Electric, and Alternative Fuel Vehicle Service – Online
  14. Introduction to Three-Dimensional Measuring – Online
  15. Movable Glass Removal and Installation – Online
  16. Post Repair Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) Testing – Online
  17. Power Steering Systems Operation, Damage Analysis, and Service – Online
  18. Restraint System Diagnostics and Service – Online
  19. Restraint Systems Operation – Online
  20. Safety Data Sheets and Labels – Online
  21. Steering System Operation, Damage Analysis, and Service – Online
  22. Structural Damage Analysis – Structures – Online
  23. Suspension Systems Service – Online
  24. Suspension Systems Operation and Damage Analysis – Online
  25. Training and Certification: Steel GMA Welding – In-Shop
  26. Training and Certification: Aluminum GMA (MIG) Welding – In-Shop
  27. Trim Removal and Installation – Online
  28. Understanding High Voltage Safety – Online
  29. Using Vehicle Maker Repair Procedures – Online
  30. Vehicle Protection During the Repair Process – Online
  31. Vehicle Technology and Trends 2023 – Online
  32. Windshields and Advanced Driver Assist Systems (ADAS) – Online
  33. Working Safely Around Hazardous Materials – Online
  34. Workplace Safety – Online

Refinishers may instead complete equivalent paint-supplier courses covering Color Theory, Application, Tinting and Blending.

  1. ADAS Operation and Service – Online
  2. *In addition to the package, technicians will need to schedule and complete the following courses:
  3. Basic Color Theory – Online
  4. Color Theory Application – Live
  5. Convenience Systems Operation and Service – Online
  6. Corrosion Protection – Online
  7. Hazardous Airborne Pollutants – Online
  8. Hybrid, Electric, and Alternative Fuel Vehicle Service – Online
  9. Masking – Online
  10. Mixing Rooms and Equipment – Online
  11. Post Repair Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) Testing – Online
  12. Preparing a Vehicle for Refinishing – Online
  13. Refinishing Application and Blending – Online
  14. Safety Data Sheets and Labels – Online
  15. Seam Sealer – Online
  16. Spray Booths – Online
  17. Spray Guns – Online
  18. Vehicle Protection During the Repair Process – Online
  19. Windshields and Advanced Driver Assist Systems (ADAS) – Online
  20. Working Safely Around Hazardous Materials – Online
  21. Workplace Safety – Online

  1. Audi Production Manager Supplemental Package – Learning Plan
  2. Audi Estimator Supplemental Package – Learning Plan
  3. Audi Structural Technician Supplemental Package – Learning Plan
  4. *In addition to the package, technicians will need to schedule and complete the following courses:
  5. Audi Refinish Technician Supplemental Package – Learning Plan*

Professional Development Program

The Professional Development Program™ (PDP) offers role-relevant learning paths in recognised Knowledge Areas. To earn Gold Class Recognition, businesses must maintain training for each collision-repair role: