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  • Our Mission is to support collision repair educational programs, schools, and students.

    Let's help to create qualified, entry-level employees and connect them with an array of career … Continue Reading…

    Our Mission is to support collision repair educational programs, schools, and students.
  • Learn about the four key areas to land your dream job in Collision Repair!

    Interviewing, What to Look for in an Employer, Showcasing Your Talents and Available Resources. … Continue Reading…

    Learn about the four key areas to land your dream job in Collision Repair!
  • The Collision Repair Education Foundation (CREF) will be hosting its’ annual summer golf fundraiser, co-hosted by PPG Automotive.

    … Continue Reading…

    The Collision Repair Education Foundation (CREF) will be hosting its’ annual summer golf fundraiser, co-hosted by PPG Automotive.
  • Art Meets Automotive will showcase students creativity by designing a project using a favorite skillset.

    For more information on this contest, read more! … Continue Reading…

    Art Meets Automotive will showcase students creativity by designing a project using a favorite skillset.

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STUDENT CAREERS

Are you looking for a career in Collision Repair? Learn About The Many Opportunities … Read More ... about Discover Collision Careers

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An education in Collision Repair can lead to many different career paths. With over 1000+ schools across the United States, the Collision Repair … Read More ... about Coming Soon: School Directory

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The Collision Repair Education Foundation is fortunate to have the generous support of over 1,000 corporations, businesses, associations, and … Read More ... about Thank You for Your Support

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Our Mission and Vision

  Take an inside look at who the Collision Repair Education Foundation is and how we support our vision and mission.  Vision: A collision … Read More ... about Our Mission and Vision

Our Goals

A Critical Shortage Every year, more than 21,500 collision repair technicians leave the industry, a trend that has increased steadily since 1995. An … Read More ... about Our Goals

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Invest in our shared future

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The Collision Repair Education Foundation is a national nonprofit and tax-exempt student organization under the Internal Revenue Service Code, Section (501)(c)(3).

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Collision Repair Education Foundation
5125 Trillium Blvd.
Hoffman Estates, IL 60192

PHONE: 888.722.3787
Email: info@ed-foundation.org

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