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Welding Training & Certification Resources

Improper welds can compromise a vehicle’s structural integrity. That’s why I‑CAR’s Welding Training & Certification is instructor‑led and conducted at the shop with the equipment technicians use regularly to perform complete, safe and quality repairs.

Welding Training and Resources – welder at work

When you successfully complete a Welding Training & Certification course you will:

  • Complete a Welding Capability & Readiness Assessment—an instructor‑run evaluation of the facility’s safety gear, equipment and infrastructure.
  • Train on welding techniques through theory instruction.
  • Receive instructor‑led, hands‑on practice and coaching.
  • Achieve I‑CAR’s industry‑recognized welding certification.

Types of Welding

Welding Training & Certification (valid for three years) is available for Steel GMA Welding , Steel Sectioning and Aluminum GMA (MIG) Welding .

For technicians with an active certification, I‑CAR offers a recertification test‑only event that requires welders to perform welds without practice or coaching. Recertification must be scheduled alongside another instructor‑led course on the same day—for example a Hands‑On Skills Development session or a full welding certification for another technician in the shop.

For certified welding technicians up for renewal, I‑CAR offers a recertification that requires welders to perform welds without assistance.

Technician preparing event equipment

Event Equipment & Other Requirements

Specific equipment is required for Welding Training & Certification and Hands‑On Skills Development events. Without the proper gear, some training cannot be conducted.

See Requirements

Network Welding Requirements

A growing number of OEM and insurance networks recognize the value of training and require I‑CAR welding to participate in their network programs.

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What to Expect

Watch to find out how to prepare for Welding Training & Certification at your shop.

In addition to the course‑required items, have these common items ready:

  • Government‑issued photo ID
  • Magnifying welding lens for improved vision
  • NIOSH‑approved welding respirator
  • Hearing protection
  • Leather boots or shoes (no tennis shoes)
  • Leather welding cape or long‑sleeve welding shirt
  • Safety glasses (must be worn at all times)
  • Welding gloves
  • Welding helmet with undamaged lens (auto‑darkening preferred)
  • Securely mounted vice in the welding area for destructive‑test welds