Certificate in Car Detailing Online Course

Module 1: Learn Car Detailing Techniques

Unit 1: Detailing the interior

You are shown how to make light work of an interior clean.

• How to vacuum the interior
• What vacuum tools to use
• How to get into hard to reach crevices
• How to do extraction cleaning of upholstery
• How to apply upholstery protection
• What products to use for cleaning interior windows
• How to professionally dress the interior

Unit 2: Engine bay & wheels

This unit covers how to effectively clean and dress the engine bay and wheels to a professional standard.

You are given a thorough demonstration of how to do each job from start to finish.

Learn:

• What mistakes to avoid
• What products will work best
• How to make your job easier
• How to dress the engine bay to make the motor look brand new
• How to use tools correctly

Unit 3: Body Wash

This unit covers how to wash the body of the car. The body wash is the most important part of the detailing process as this is the first thing the customer notices when they pick up their car.

You are shown the best practice technique to wash the car, including preparation and finishing.

Learn:

• What products to use
• Tips on the best equipment to use
• The areas that people forget
• How to make your job easier

Unit 4: Polish & Wax Professionally

This unit covers polishing and waxing the exterior paintwork.

You are shown how to buff up oxidised paint and how to apply a cutting polish and wax by hand to bring up a rich deep shine in the paintwork.

You will see how effortlessly a professional look can be achieved when you use the right products with the correct technique, making it easy for you to keep your customers satisfied and coming back again and again.

Learn:

• How to put the finishing touches on
• What products and equipment to use
• How to use a power buffer
• The correct pads to use on the buffer

Unit 5: Specialty products & problem solving

In this unit we look at some useful accessories to add to your kit.

You are given tips on when to use these accessories and what applications to use them on.

You are also given tips on getting started and running your business.

Learn:

• What quantity of products to buy
• What vehicle will suit your business
• How to get available jobs
• How to avoid mistakes
• How to diversify your business
• How to build repeat business
• How to work with water restrictions
• About your work environment
• How to up sell to your customers
• How to know your customers
• How to look for additional business
• How to stay at the cutting edge of your trade

Unit 6: Business management & marketing

In this unit you will learn the 10 most important steps to get your business up and running and earning you money as soon as possible.

Learn:

• How to name your business
• What bank accounts you should open
• What stationery you need
• How to prepare invoices
• How to get testimonials
• How to research your competitors
• About effective communication systems
• What insurance you will need

Other topics covered indetail include:

• The use of Marquees
• The equipment you will need
• Educating yourself
• Uniforms
• OH&S
• Staff
• Pricing
• Customer needs
• Specialisation
• Marketing
• Keeping your books

Resource materials

Included in the course are many useful tools to help get your business started:

• Downloadable course manual
• Sample business plan
• Example flyers
• Sample invoices

Module 2: 10 Steps To Start A New Business Online Short Course

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• How to choose a business name
• What to consider when choosing a business name
• What type of business structure you need
• The importance of bookeeping
• The importance of doing a business plan
  
• How to open a business bank account and factors to consider
• Choosing a business location and business leases
• Tax, Companies and licenses
• How to organise your business stationary and what you need
• Marketing and branding ideas
• How to choose employees
• What types of insurances do you need?
• Starting a business, buying a franchise or buying an established business

Module 3: Business Development

Course 1 - Entrepreneurship Online Short Course
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• Make Your Business Venture an Astounding Success!
• Understand how to start a business
• Develop a business plan
• Get financing for your business
• Hire and train employees
• Run your business
• Grow your business
• Is It Feasible?
• What Are Your Interests?
• Do You Have the Experience?
• Are You an Expert?
• What is the market/competition like
• Is the Venture Lucrative?
• Is There Competition?
• How Can You Set Yourself Apart from the Competition?
• Basics of starting a business
• Legal Structure of the Business
• Create a business plan
• What Should Be Included in the Business Plan
• Gather Documentation
• Get financing
• Hire employees
• Training employees
• Market the business
• Create a Website
• Networking Groups
• Social Media
• Run the business
• Grow the business

Course 2 - Personal Branding Online Short Course
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• Managing Your Personal Brand To Help You Achieve Success
• Define your image
• Control your image
• Understand how to sharpen your brand
• Use social media appropriately
• Manage your brand in a crisis
• Develop a professional appearance
• Controlling and developing your image
• Personal and professional influences
• Sharpening your brand
• Have an Objective
• Appearance matters
• Never Burn a Bridge
• Social media
• Blogging
• Networking
• Brand management during a crisis
• Branding personality traits
• Identify Your Unique Values

Course 3 - Interpersonal Skills Online Short Course
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• Learn Powerful Communication Skills!
• Verbal communication skills
• Listening and hearing: they aren't the same thing
• Asking questions
• Communicating with power
• Non-verbal communication skills
• Body language
• The signals you sent to others
• It's not what you say, it's how you say it
• Making small talk and moving beyond
• Moving the conversation along
• Asking for examples
• Using repetition
• Usng summary questions
• Asking for clarity and completeness
• Remembering names
• Influencing skills
• Creating a powerful introduction
• Using Mnemonics
• Uh-oh... I've forgotten your name
• Bringing people to your side
• Sharing your opinion
• Negotiation basics
• Making an impact

Course 4 - Organizational Skills Online Course
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• Remove the clutter
• Just do it
• You dont have to keep everything
• Three boxes: Keep, donate and trash
• A place for everything and everything in it's place
• Prioritize
• Write it down
• Urgent / Important Matrix
• Divide tasks
• 80/20 rule
• Scheduling your time
• Have a master calendar
• Setting deadlines
• Remove or limit the time wasters
• Coping with things outside of your control
• To do lists
• Use a day planner
• Finish what you start
• Focus on the important
• Do quick tasks immediately
• Paper and paperless storage
• Find a system that works for you
• Make it consistent
• Make it time sensitive
• Setting up archives
• Organization in your work area
• Tools to fight procrastination
• Remove distractions
• Give yourself a reward
• Break up large tasks
• Organising your inbox
• Setting delivery rules
• Folder and message hierachy
• Deal with email right away
• Flag and highlight important item
• Avoid the causes of disorganization
• Discipline is the key to staying organized
• Stay within your systems
• Learn to say No
• Have organisiation be part of your life
• Plan for tomorrow, today