Credential Information

2025-2026 Academic Year

I-CAR Disassembly and Reassembly Badge

Credential Name	I-CAR Disassembly and Reassembly Badge
Credential Vendor Info	Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) 5125 Trillium Blvd \| Hoffman Estates, IL 60192 academy.schools@i-car.com 888.422.7211 https://academy.i-car.com/schools/s/
Implementation Year	2025-2026
Credential Auto Collect	No
Diploma Endorsement	IT36 = Yes
Validation Artifact	Copy of student's training record or badge certificate
Credential Lead Consultant	Jim Pressly james.pressly@dpi.nc.gov
Course Number and Title	IT36 Automotive Body Repair II
Credential as POL	IT36 POL = No
Pathway(s)
Cost of Instructor Training	$0.00
Instructor Training Requirements	Required Instructors must pass lessons prior to teaching them.
Exam Voucher Expiration	N/A Vouchers are not used.
Credential Lifespan	N/A
Renewal Options	N/A
SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) Code(s)
Articulation	No
Sequencing	No It is recommended that the I-CAR Collision Repair Fundamentals badge be acquired before this badge.
Employer Transferability	Yes Badges stay with the student.
Delivery Format	On-line and Performance-based
Proctored Environment Required	No
Test Site Options and Requirements	Any I-CAR registered school can serve as a test site.
Testing Environment Requirements	Internet access
Proctored Requirements	N/A
Exam Time Allotment	N/A
Exam Passing Requirement	70% or higher on lesson online knowledge tests Must pass required skills evaluation(s) This exam is given in multiple parts. Please refer to the training record.
Retakes	Yes Exams are open to multiple attempts. Currently, there is no lockout on the number of times taken. The first recorded passing grade will be the grade stored in the electronic grade book.
Student Accommodations	No
Multilingual Resources*	No
Directory Notes	None

The North Carolina Office of Career and Technical Education provides multiple opportunities for students to obtain Industry-Recognized Credentials during their high school career.
Industry-recognized credentials hold immense value as they not only validate student skills and knowledge in a specific field but also serve as a powerful stepping stone toward future careers.

They provide a competitive edge in the job market, making students more attractive to potential employers and increasing their earning potential.

Moreover, industry-recognized credentials often lead to more job opportunities and pathways for advancement, helping students embark on successful and fulfilling career journeys.

Beyond the immediate benefits, these credentials instill a sense of accomplishment and confidence, motivating students to pursue higher education or dive directly into the workforce with the skills and certifications needed to excel.

Ultimately, industry-recognized credentials empower high school students to bridge the gap between education and real-world employment, setting them on a path toward a brighter and more prosperous future.

Access the NCDPI Credentials and Reporting website to submit a credential application and to view the latest Credential Attainment Report.

^ Indicates the pathway is an approved Local Course Option (LCO) pathway.

* Where multilingual exams are indicated, please be advised that the state of North Carolina adheres to general statute as follows:
G.S.§115C-81.45(a) requires classes (silent on exams) to be conducted in English "[e]xcept when a board authorizes teaching in a foreign language to comply with federal law."
Therefore, NC CTE will abide with the Accountability guidance that LEAs are not required to provide exams in other languages. If they choose to do so, it will be at local discretion.