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Installer Training

Your customers deserve the best.

Walk away from our training courses with the newest, most innovative installation techniques.

  • Our personal training team has more than 40 years of experience in the industry.
  • Robust calendar of installation training courses offered.
  • Training curriculum includes both classroom and hands-on instructions based on 3M's procedures and best practices.
  • Gain in depth knowledge about 3M's scientifically proven product solutions.

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Beginner Course Offerings

Taught by our experienced industry professionals, our introductory courses will teach you the skills and techniques to help you execute high quality installations. You'll also learn about the many support programs available from 3M and Accent Distributing to help grow your business.

Automotive Courses

  • Vehicle Wrap Intro

    1 day | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Each student/trainee will leave with the knowledge and handson practice with 3M Knifeless Tape and installing accent pieces.

    • Vehicle prep
    • 3M Knifeless tape
    • Installation techniques

    Cost: $799 per person

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  • Vehicle Wrap

    2 days | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Each student/trainee will leave with the knowledge and hands-on practice with installing full panels, learning how to complete full vehicle wrap, and 3M PWF installation.

    • Vehicle prep
    • 3M Knifeless tape
    • Installation techniques
    • 3M PWF installation

    Cost: $1,799 per person – includes one roll of 3M™ 2080 Film upon class completion and a Wrap Film Tool Kit.

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  • 3M™ Paint Protection Film

    2 days | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Each student/trainee will leave with the knowledge and hands-on practice with installing 3M Paint Protection Film.

    • Tools of the trade and how to use them correctly
    • Proper cleaning and vehicle prep
    • Installation techniques
    • Plotter/3M Pattern Marketplace functionality
    • Hand cutting not available in this class

    Cost: $1,999 includes one PPF Roll 60’’ Gloss 100 and a PPF Tool Kit.

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  • installer using a squeegee and heat gun to install window tint on car

    3M™ Automotive Window Film

    2 days | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Each student/trainee will leave with the knowledge and hands-on practice with installing 3M Obsidian and 3M Color Stable IR.

    • Tools of the trade and how to use them correctly
    • Proper cleaning techniques
    • Installation techniques
    • Plotter/3M Pattern Marketplace functionality
    • Hand cutting not available in this class

    Cost: $1,349 – includes one 3M™ Obsidian Film roll and a AWF Tool Kit.

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  • liquid dripping out of ceramic coating bottle onto application tool

    3M™ Ceramic Coating

    1 day | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

    Cost: $479 – includes 3M Ceramic Coating kit, 1 boost spray, 1 glass pre-treatment ($230 value)

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Flat Glass Courses

  • Window film installer

    3M™ Window Film Training: Safety & Security Films

    2 days | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Each student/trainee will leave with the knowledge and hands-on practice to
    install 3M Safety & Security Window Films with 3M Impact Protection
    Adhesive.

    • Tools of the trade and how to use them correctly
    • Proper cleaning techniques
    • Installation techniques with 8 mil+ films

    Cost: $1,399 per person - includes a 3M IPA Tool Kit.

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  • 3M™ Impact Protection Adhesive

    1 day | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Each student/trainee will leave with the knowledge and hands-on practice to install Wet Glaze Attachment(s) on security film installations.

    • Tools of the trade and how to use them correctly
    • Proper installation techniques
    • Wet Glaze requirements for different levels of protection

    Cost: $899 per person - includes 3M IPA Tool Kit.

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  • di-noc installation class with teacher and students

    3M™ DI-NOC Architectural Finishes

    2 days | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Each student/trainee will leave with the knowledge and hands-on practice to
    install 3M Architectural Window Films.

    • Tools of the trade and how to use them correctly
    • Proper cleaning techniques
    • Installation techniques
    • Film to Glass Checklist & glass types

    Cost: $799 per person

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Advanced Course Offerings

In order to attend our advanced courses you must have a minimum of six months of installation experience OR have completed the 3M beginner course.

When a trainee has tested out of advanced courses they are then considered a preferred installer for 3M. Preferred installers are listed on the 3M website and are allowed to use the 3M Preferred Installer designation at their shop and for marketing purposes.

  • 3M Color Change (3M Preferred)

    3 day training + testing
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Designed for the installer(s) with experience, a year in the trade, or who have completed the two-day vehicle wrap class. 

    • Tools of the trade and how to use them correctly
    • Proper cleaning techniques and vehicle prep
    • Latest Installation techniques

    Cost: $2,399 per person – includes one roll of 3M™ 2080 Film and a Tool Kit.
    ($1,649 per additional trainee – no additional film)

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  • installer's hands applying paint protection film to side of car hood

    3M™ Paint Protection Film (3M Preferred)

    2 day training + testing
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Designed for the installer(s) with at least 6 months of PPF installation experience or have already completed our PPF Intro
    training course.

    • Advanced Installation techniques
    • Bulk installation with knife practice
    • 3M PWF installation

    Cost: $1,299 per person

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  • man using a heat gun to apply tint on back of car window

    3M™ Automotive Window Film (3M Preferred)

    2 day training + testing
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Designed for the installer(s) with at least 6 months of AWF installation experience or have already completed our AWF Intro
    training course.

    • Advanced Installation techniques
    • Hand cutting techniques
    • Crystalline heat forming and installation

    Cost: $999 per person

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Chris Obney

Training manager

First started working with window film in 2001. At the time, he and his business partner started tinting cars as a side business. It quickly expanded into a full-time operation that included car detailing and the installation of window film and paint protection film. Chris became the sole owner and, for 13 years, he installed window films for automotive, residential and commercial customers in Southwest Florida.

Chris offers installers a hands-on, interactive “how to” experience in his class. But his classroom also gives attendees the opportunity to network with other business owners and installers in the same field.

Peter Mahabir

trainer | Houston, TX

Peter’s journey in the automotive industry began as a teenager when he first started tinting windows. While attending technical college in the mechanical field, he developed a deep passion for hands-on work, which has shaped his career for over 20 years.

His expertise goes beyond window tinting—he has worked across the automotive industry, helping independent auto shops, dealerships, and nationwide franchises develop and implement successful training programs.

Peter thrives in the shop, working alongside business owners and their teams to ensure they have the skills and knowledge needed for success. He believes that hands-on learning is the key to mastering the trade, and he’s always eager to roll up his sleeves
and get to work.

Master Your Installation Skills

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