Earn Industry-Recognized PDR University Certification
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PDR University certifications represent measurable skill development in paintless dent repair. Each certification level reflects increasing technical expertise and professional responsibility.
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Highest certification — recognizes the most experienced PDR professionals with the ability to teach.
Advanced certification for complex repairs, severe hail damage, and bodyline dent repair.
Verified certification for professional door ding and hail damage repair.
Foundational certification — entry point to the PDR University certification ladder.
Trim removal and installation — required supporting certification.
Hail damage evaluation and matrix pricing — required supporting certification.
Paintless dent repair requires patience, technical precision, and a deep understanding of metal movement.
PDR University certification recognizes technicians who demonstrate the knowledge and discipline required to perform professional dent repairs.
From evaluating damage to completing complex repairs, certified technicians represent the highest standards of craftsmanship.
View Certification StandardsPaintless dent repair is a craft developed through repetition, discipline, and experience. PDR University certification emphasizes real-world repair skills and professional standards.
PDR University certification is designed for professionals who want to demonstrate their skill and commitment to professional dent repair standards.
PDR University is the organization defining how dent repair should be evaluated — not just teaching it.
Join professionals across the industry who have earned PDR University certification and demonstrate the highest standards of dent repair craftsmanship.
