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Paintless Dent Repair Certification

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Achieve recognition with The Ding King Paintless Dent Repair (PDR) Certification, which certifies your skills across three specific levels. Each level evaluates and tests your knowledge and quality of workmanship, ensuring you meet the highest industry standards. Enhance your professional credibility and showcase your expertise with The Ding King’s comprehensive certification program.

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Paintless Dent Repair Certification

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The Ding King Is:

  • Licensed to Operate a Training Institute
  • A+ Rating with the Better Business Bureau
  • Hundreds and Hundreds of 5 Star Reviews
  • Our Certified Master Instructors have Over 100 Years of Combined Experience
  • All Training is Conducted in a Hands-On Real World Environment
  • Structured Curriculum Covering All Topics
  • Ding King Certified Upon Successful Completion of Program
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Paintless Dent Repair Certification

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Join The Ding King Family and Train with Over 5,000 Successful Graduates and Counting

Certificate Levels:

1.  Journeyman 40/80/120  –  Included in Training 

2.  Craftsman  –  Cost: $299

3.  Master Craftsman  –  Cost: $499

Journeyman:

Alongside our current PDR-40, PDR-80, and PDR-120 State-Approved Paintless Dent Repair Certification Programs, we thoroughly evaluate your ability to repair quarter-sized dents cleanly and test your skills in basic glue pulling, including working on body lines.

All students who complete The Ding King PDR Training will graduate with a Journeyman Level Certification that exceeds industry standards. Train with us and master the skills needed to excel in the Paintless Dent Repair industry.

Craftsman:

At The Ding King, our Paintless Dent Repair (PDR) training not only prepares you to exceed minimum industry standards but also offers a Verifiable Journeyman Certification for those who meet our rigorous criteria.

Craftsman Certification Qualifications:

  • Proficiently Repair Golf Ball-Sized Dents: Demonstrate your ability to repair dents up to the size of a golf ball with precision.
  • Advanced Repair Techniques: Show expertise in repairing crown and pressure dents, and a clear understanding of panel access without the need for drilling.
  • Master Complex Repairs: Prove your skills in advanced cross-checking techniques and repairing obstructed damage effectively.


Testing for the Craftsman Certification must be completed in person at a Ding King-approved location and will be administered by a certified Ding King Instructor. Join The Ding King today and elevate your credentials with our esteemed certification programs.

Master Craftsman:

Minimum Requirements:

  • Hold a Craftsman Certification for at least 1 year.


If a new applicant attempts the two-part Master Craftsman certification test and passes only the first part, they will receive a Craftsman Certification. After a 6-month period, they are eligible to retake the test to achieve their Master Craftsman Certification. Join The Ding King and take your skills to the highest level in the Paintless Dent Repair industry.

In-Person Testing and Comprehensive Skill Assessment:

Paintless Dent Repair Certification

Testing for the Master Craftsman Certification must be conducted in person at a Ding King-approved location and overseen by a Ding King-certified instructor.

The certification test includes all the minimum requirements of the Craftsman Level Certification, covering advanced skills such as:

  • Repairing Baseball-Sized and Larger Dents
  • Heat Induction Techniques
  • Advanced Glue Pulling Methods
  • Blending Skills
  • Comprehensive Hail Repair
  • Repairing Major Creases
  • Body Line Damage Repair


No other PDR training company in the world matches our credentials and reputation for quality. Join The Ding King and elevate your expertise to the Master Craftsman level in Paintless Dent Repair.

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Learn About All of Our Training Programs

In addition to offering a variety of PDR Training Programs ranging from 1-week to 12-weeks, we also offer training programs for Paint Protection Film, Auto Detailing, Ceramic Coating, Bumper Repair, Wheel Refinishing, Windshield Repair, Paint Chip Repair and other easy to learn add-on programs.

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