The aim of Level One is ideal for those just about to, or have recently entered the detailing industry, or those who wish to reset and refresh their skills, with the addition of a day spent exclusively on motorcycle detailing.
The aim is to familiarise the candidate with the processes and maintenance of vehicles from a professional and business view, teaching the foundations of correct vehicle cleaning up to the final familiarisation of entry-level dual action machine polishers over the course of 3 days of intense training. Business practices and health and safety are explored covering areas such as pricing, marketing, SDS and environmental conformity.
This Level 1 Course comes bundled with our one-day motorbike extension course, perfect to give you all the knowledge you need to complete a full detail on a motorcycle, including the use of paddock stands, fairing removal, mechanical areas, and much more. alternatively, candidates can book the Learn2 Motorcycle Detailing 1 Day course as a bolt-on to an automotive Level 1 Course to complete at another suitable time.
Along the way, in addition to the motorcycle training, topics covered will be:
- Washing stages
- Wash media
- Environmental considerations
- Drying methods
- Bonded contamination and its removal
- Wheel care and maintenance
- Glass and hard surfaces
- Engine bay cleaning
- Vulnerable surfaces
- Efficiency and process
- PPE and safety
- Clothing and working practices
- Risk assessment
- Chemical knowledge
- Van set-ups
- Interior detailing
- Leather and soft surface care
- Fillers/glazing
- Dual action machine polishers intro
- Minor defect identification
- Paint types
- LSPs
- Final presentation
- Marketing
- Conflict resolution and customer care
- Financing
- Insurance
- Pricing and quotes
- Business Administration
- Memberships
- Social Media
- Manual handling
- Safe working practices
- Pre-work inspection
All levels are accompanied by a full course booklet to jog your memory when needed. Practical assessment takes place as part of the original training session, at the end of the course you will be assigned a (manageable) series of case studies and exercises to complete over the period of 3 months to cement the knowledge. There is then a short externally assessed exam prior to the optional commencement of Level Two, to ensure there are no weak areas. After which the Level One accreditation is awarded and you can either progress or choose to practice the skills gained with ongoing support.
