Courses
The Training Catalog
ARA University has a fast growing course catalog that is focused on keeping up with the rapid changes in our industry. Courses are offered to provide you with the training that you need in the areas of processes, safety, sales and management. Check out the current courses and watch for more to be added!
Inventory Specialist
The inventory specialist will decide based upon demand data whether the parts will be dismantled and warehoused, inventoried and left on the vehicle or surplus and sold to a core buyer.
Plant Production
The dismantling of end-of-life vehicles requires technicians who can efficiently and safely drain fluids, dissemble autos, test parts removed, keep workstations clean, and document activities in an efficient and professional manner.
Sales Training
An auto recycling sales person works in a fast paced
Environment, making sales to a diverse customer base made up of retail customers, body shops, insurance companies, mechanical shops, core buyers, and through various electronic selling platforms.
Health, Safety & Compliance
The Automotive Recyclers Association University (ARAU) urges members to log onto ARAU today to access the safety courses offered to educate automotive recyclers on how to continue to ensure a safe and healthy working environment at their facilities.
Parts Grading & Parts Photo Standards
An inventory person is responsible for examining recycled auto parts to determine the grade and description. Photos are becoming more important in the sales process. Learn the proper parts grading and photo standards for best inventorying to capture a sale.
Management Training
Good leaders must have specific beliefs and core values to which they adhere in order to effectively lead. The ultimate role of a leader is to add value to other people. The true measure of a leader is their influence; thus, a great leader must command a healthy respect and ability to change the attitude or behavior of others.
Owner, CEO, President Training
How to run a family business is a challenge to an owner. Family dynamics are complex, and the family employees and hired staff must work together to achieve the goals of a business. Family business requirements start with a clear values and a known plan of action.
Automotive Recycling Career Path
In an automotive recycling business, there are jobs that an employee can fulfill which, once mastered, can lead to career path advancement. Employees who know their options and potential often work to achieve it. Here is a suggested career path for the industry
Most Watched
Check out the most popular courses on ARA University! These courses are a great place to start if you want to make sure your business is up-to-speed on the basic practices .
- Rough Terrain Forklift
- Inventory Specialist / Parts Grading
- Hybrid New Technology
- Phone Skills / Sales Tools
- Sales Phone Skill Tune-Up
About ARA University
ARA University is an online training platform built specifically for the automotive recycling industry, providing education that supports safety, compliance, and operational excellence.
Its fast-growing course catalog keeps pace with rapid changes in vehicle technology, regulations, and best practices, including electric and hybrid vehicle training.
Designed for both facility owners and employees, ARAU makes it easy to onboard staff, track learning, and build a knowledgeable, well-prepared workforce.
An instruction sheet for initial login and employee setup is available HERE.