July 29, 2011--I-CAR on Thursday announced that insurance provider USAA has been designated as an I-CAR Gold Class Professionals business.
Businesses with this designation are considered to have accomplished the highest level of training in the industry and continue to improve knowledge levels by maintaining ongoing manual training.
“Staying on top of emerging trends in the collision repair inter-industry can be seen as a challenge, but the I-CAR Gold Class Professionals business designation provides businesses, such as USAA, with a solid knowledge platform that helps them stay ahead of the curve. The I-CAR Professional Development Program provides role-relevant training and structured career advancement for individuals in the auto physical damage appraiser role,” said John Van Alstyne, president and CEO of I-CAR.
“Through its recent designation, USAA will be equipped to serve and support its members with the knowledge and resources attained through I-CAR training,” said James Spears, assistant vice president of USAA's Loss Center of Excellence. The designation is a tremendous opportunity for USAA to understand today’s evolving vehicle technology and provide its members with exceptional service.