Our Training Center

Welcome to our state-of-the-art National Detailing Training Center! We are honored that Professional Detailing Products was named the first Recognized Training Center (RTC) for the International Detailing Association.  

Our facility is designed for everyone: Do-it-yourselfers, novices, advanced, professionals, dealerships, industrial accounts and fleet accounts. You’ll find everything from introductory classes to highly specialized and advanced classes at our training center.  

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State-of-the-art facilities

Dedicated in April 2016, this 4,000-square-foot wing houses a 50-person classroom with a 106-inch HD screen and two training bays equipped with the latest innovations available in the car detailing industry. 

The new addition was dedicated in honor and memory of past CEO Phil Dickson, 1921-2005. 

With state-of-the-art lighting and virtually every tool on the market at each student's disposal, we have created the perfect environment for students of the art and science of detailing to take their skills to the next level.  

Step-by-step training

Whether they are just starting out or mastering the intricacies of buffing and edgework, students will study the latest and most effective detailing techniques. Working one-on-one with certified trainers, students at our facility will learn the process, procedure and application of products, systems, chemicals and tools used in professional auto detailing. 

Our classroom sits right next to the training bays, combining the perfect mix of acquiring product and procedural knowledge with hands-on training on various types of vehicles. 

Qualified trainers and staff

PDP has numerous qualified trainers on our team. Our staff includes: 

  • Two International Detailing Association Recognized Trainers 
  • Two International Detailing Association Skills Validated Assistant Trainers 
  • More than eight decades of combined industry experience, training and market knowledge 

What our students have to say

  • Clean and comfortable

    “Very clean, really good layout and comfortable to work or test in. I've never been in a training facility before for detailing, but I feel that every training center should model themselves after PDP. Having a separate classroom closed off with video was super cool, and the way it was set up and having it right there on the floor with other training area was perfect.” 

    —Chris Evans, WIT Detailing, Chicago, IL 

  • Great knowledge and staff

    “PDP/Ohio Auto Supply is beyond any words at this point. They are full of great knowledge, great products and a great staff! It's a pleasure to have these guys in life.” 

    —Seth Goss, Sunny Shine Detailing, Summerville, SC 

  • Quality and service

    “At our Car Wash / Detail Center we focus on quality first and service second. We can see those same priorities with PDP. The PDP classroom allowed us to learn about the newest products, equipment and techniques from many different manufacturers. The industry is always changing, and it is great that PDP keeps us informed about the best in all of these areas. Then, we can go into the auto bays and practice the new techniques and products on a brand-new Camaro with experienced instructors making sure that my staff and I are taught the correct way to use the newest equipment. Where else could you do that? We feel very fortunate to be able to attend such informative classes at PDP. I'm the owner of Karam's Car Wash and would highly recommend PDP to any owner for them or their staff.” 

    —Matt Karam, Karam’s Car Wash, Dover, OH 

  • Hands-on fun

    “This class was informative, hands-on and fun! I'm glad I learned! This will be a GREAT way to increase my incoming dollars on some/most details. It was also nice that you offered to break out other pieces of equipment to show us their use and advantages … thanks for that!” 

    —Lisa Beck-Chuna, Magic in the Buff Detailing