The Professional Detailing 500 Series Workshop is a hands-on, in-depth course designed for real-world learning. It’s not just theory, you’ll be actively involved across every stage of the detailing process.

What to expect:
You’ll get practical experience in washing and decontamination, paint correction, trim restoration, interior detailing, and the application of protection - including ceramic coatings.

Throughout the course, we’ll focus on working safely, efficiently, and with attention to the kinds of results today’s detailing customers expect. You’ll also get familiar with a broad mix of tools, techniques, and products used across the industry from everyday setups to more advanced gear.

We’ll also open the floor to talk about the business side of detailing, things like customer communication, pricing your work, building service packages, and boosting your presence through marketing and social media.

Our objectives are to impart knowledge, provide assistance, offer support, and issue professional certifications to detailers, thereby enhancing their expertise, capabilities, and self-assurance. This will empower them to deliver exceptional car detailing services to their clientele, effectively distinguishing detailing as an enthusiast-driven activity from a professionally executed service.

Each individual learns at a different pace, so our small, intimate, and friendly interactive classes that encourage questions and open learning are ideal for catering to individual progression and needs.

This course runs across multiple modules over several days, each focused on one of the four core pillars of detailing. Here’s what we’ll dive into:

• 1. Surface Cleaning & Prep
  Learn how to properly clean and decontaminate all exterior surfaces, setting the foundation for safe correction and protection.
• 2. Paint & Trim Correction
  Hands-on correction techniques for paintwork, trims and other exterior surfaces. You’ll get familiar with machines, pads, and polishers, and know when (and when not) to use them.
• 3. Interior Cleaning & Detailing
  Covering fabrics, plastics, leather and everything in between. From stain removal to safe product use, you’ll be working inside the cabin with purpose.
• 4. Paint Protection & Coatings
  Application techniques for waxes, sealants, ceramic coatings, and trim protectants. Plus how to choose the right product for the right surface.

Bonus topics like customer service, pricing and marketing will also be included, giving you a better edge whether you're running your own setup or working in a team.

Each core module includes guided tasks, demos and hands-on time. You’re encouraged to ask questions throughout.
Note: Each course uses a different vehicle for practicals, so some tasks may be adapted depending on what’s available.

Surface Cleaning & Preparation

• How to properly maintain a vehicle through safe wash techniques
• Deep decontamination of paint and trim surfaces
• Wheels and wheel wells, both on and off the car
• Cleaning around door jambs
• Engine bay cleaning and degreasing methods

Products & techniques you'll cover:

• Traditional, waterless, and rinseless washing, and when to use what
• Pressure washers, foam cannons, and key attachments
• Understanding pH-balanced vs alkaline vs acidic cleaners
• Washing gloss, satin, and matte finishes safely
• Clay bar types, traditional vs synthetic, and proper lubrication
• Traffic fil removers, tar removers, mineral spot treatments
• Using the right mitts, brushes and tools for the job
• Towel vs air drying, what’s safest and most effective

Paint & Trim Correction & Restoration

• Initial prep; IPA wipe downs, inspection, paint depth checks, and masking
• How to build and refine your correction approach through test spots
• Understanding enhancement vs multi-stage correction
• Full correction flow across all exterior panels
• Restoring gloss and clarity on plastic, metal, and glass trims
• Intro to machine and hand sanding techniques
• Non-abrasive polishing and trim rejuvenation work
• Specialised glass polishing methods

Products & techniques you'll cover:

• Compound types, pad grades, and what suits different jobs
• Correction differences on metal, plastic and fibre substrates
• Rotary vs DA vs forced rotation polishers, and when to use each
• Machine sizing, large throw, mini, and hybrid polishers
• Lighting setup for accurate correction work
• Working on soft, medium and hard paint types
• How to safely navigate around edges, creases and sensitive areas
• Approaches for budget jobs vs high-end correction work

Interior Cleaning & Detailing

• Inspection and planning for each interior job
• Dry cleaning techniques and tooling
• Wet cleaning methods, products and machine use
• Safe interior glass cleaning
• Conditioning and protecting interior surfaces

Products & techniques you'll cover:

• Vacuuming, air dusting and the tools that make a difference
• Brushes vs pads vs cloths, choosing the right tool for each surface
• Specialty tools for pet hair and sand removal
• Steamers, extractors and air purifiers, when to use what
• Working on plastic, leather and textile surfaces safely
• Dressings vs sealants vs coatings for interiors
• Interior lighting, spotting missed areas and improving workflow

Paint & Trim Protection & Coatings

• Prepping surfaces for protection properly
• Safety protocols when working with coatings
• Applying ceramic coatings, hands-on process
• Techniques for paint, glass, wheels and trim coatings
• Application flow and working in sections
• Maintaining and refreshing coatings

Products & techniques you'll cover:

• Waxes vs sealants vs ceramic coatings, choosing the right one
• Working on gloss vs matte/satin finishes
• Troubleshooting coating issues like high spots
• Differences in coating applicators and tools
• Proper timing and method for install
• Lighting setups for coating inspection and clarity

Customer Service, Pricing & Marketing

• Managing customer expectations and communication
• Choosing services and pricing them right
• Understanding business costs, budgeting, and insurance
• Marketing your business and building a strong online presence

Please notify us at least 14 days prior to the course date if you wish to reschedule or cancel. If you are unable to give us 14 days notice, we won't be able to issue a refund.