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Caliber Changing Lanes

Caliber

Skilled trades

At a glance

  • Cost: Employer-funded
  • Format: In-person
  • Length: 15 weeks
  • Who qualifies: Service members
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Full details
Cost
Caliber advertises no-cost training without VA funds. The FAQ says transportation is paid by the service member/unit, housing depends on availability, relocation expenses are not paid, and retaining issued tools requires two years with the company. FTCC says tuition/fees may be funded; confirm complete sponsorship for the chosen cohort.
Who qualifies
Transitioning service members, including eligible reserve personnel, training before separation and with command approval. General separated-veteran or spouse eligibility is not established.
Format
In person, Caliber advertises weekdays 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Employer hire required: training is tied to being hired by Caliber Collision; you are not just enrolling in a class.

Check current terms: Individual eligibility, seats and coverage must be confirmed with the provider.

Credential
Credential varies by pathwayCaliber track-specific I-CAR credentials; repair also lists MAC’s AC 609, glass DuPont, and diagnostic EV training. Exact award titles vary.

Before you decide

What is free
Caliber says no tuition/VA funds. FAQ says member/unit pays transportation, housing only if available, no moving reimbursement, and tools retained after two years company work; FTCC sponsorship must be confirmed.
Who qualifies
Transitioning service members, including eligible reserve personnel, training before separation and with command approval. General separated-veteran or spouse eligibility is not established.
What you get
Caliber Changing Lanes offers transitioning service members employer-sponsored training for collision-repair, glass, calibration, diagnostic and service-advisor careers without using VA funds. Participants earn track-specific credentials and can enter Caliber employment after successful completion; command approval is required, and travel, housing availability and tool-retention conditions need review.
Credential and key limits
Track-specific credentials: Repair Technician lists 30 I-CAR certifications plus MAC’s AC 609 EPA-compliant certification; Service Advisor 27 I-CAR; Glass 20 I-CAR plus DuPont; Calibration 24 I-CAR; Diagnostic 37 I-CAR plus EV training/certifications. Exact I-CAR award titles remain unspecified.
Format
In person, Caliber advertises weekdays 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Duration
Caliber advertises 15 weeks. FTCC says eight weeks while publishing longer date ranges. Selected cohort schedule requires confirmation.
Location
Fayetteville, North Carolina pathway through Fayetteville Technical Community College; exact current academy address requires confirmation
Deadline
Status evidence: FTCC next listed section November 2, 2026–February 5, 2027. Section listing is not a confirmed available seat. Application window: Active recruitment; next FTCC-listed cohort is Nov 2, 2026–Feb 5, 2027. Seat availability is not confirmed. Application deadline: Not confirmed Availability limits: Public information or an application link does not guarantee a seat, funding, acceptance or a job.
Next start
2026-11-02
Stipend / housing / travel
Military pay/benefits during an approved CSP are separate from post-service employment wages. Housing is only provided when available; member/unit handles travel.
Notes
Provider and FTCC duration statements conflict; confirm the selected schedule. Local site availability must be confirmed. Obtain written employment and two-year tool-retention terms before committing.
Details checked
2026-10-09

Pathways

Application and credential details

How to apply
  1. Review the official program page, confirm eligibility, costs and current availability, then follow its registration or application instructions.
Documents to prepare
  • Confirm the current document requirements with the provider.
Additional requirements and limits
  • No repair experience required. Mechanical assessment, driver's license, relevant physical requirements, laptop and internet access.
Application link
Open official application page
Credential or outcome
Track-specific credentials: Repair Technician lists 30 I-CAR certifications plus MAC’s AC 609 EPA-compliant certification; Service Advisor 27 I-CAR; Glass 20 I-CAR plus DuPont; Calibration 24 I-CAR; Diagnostic 37 I-CAR plus EV training/certifications. Exact I-CAR award titles remain unspecified.
Application details checked
2026-10-09
Application review status
Checked against the official page. Details can change.
Sources for these details
Availability checked
2026-10-09
Status evidence
FTCC next listed section November 2, 2026–February 5, 2027. Section listing is not a confirmed available seat.
Application window
Active recruitment; next FTCC-listed cohort is Nov 2, 2026–Feb 5, 2027. Seat availability is not confirmed.
Program start
2026-11-02
Availability limits
Public information or an application link does not guarantee a seat, funding, acceptance or a job.
Timing sources
View official programBack to the program finder

Credential and exam evidence — October 11

Track-specific credentials: Repair Technician lists 30 I-CAR certifications plus MAC’s AC 609 EPA-compliant certification; Service Advisor 27 I-CAR; Glass 20 I-CAR plus DuPont; Calibration 24 I-CAR; Diagnostic 37 I-CAR plus EV training/certifications. Exact I-CAR award titles remain unspecified.

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