Learn From the Source
Tint & PPF Training Academy
Train with the company that makes the product. Our hands-on courses are taught by experienced professionals at United Auto Film headquarters in New York City. Learn expert installation techniques, grow your business skills, and graduate ready to build a profitable career.
Why Train With Us
The United Auto Film Difference
Other schools teach you how to install film. We teach you how to build a business — with the backing of a manufacturer that's been in the industry for over 20 years.
Train With the Manufacturer
We don't just teach film installation — we make the film. You'll train with the same products you'll use on the job, taught by the people who developed them.
Experienced Instructors
Our instructors are industry veterans with decades of real-world experience. They've done thousands of installs and know every technique, shortcut, and mistake to avoid.
Hands-On Training
No death-by-PowerPoint here. You'll work on real vehicles from day one — cutting, applying, shrinking, and perfecting your craft under expert guidance.
Grow Your Business
Installation skills are only half the equation. We teach you how to price jobs, upsell services, and build a shop that's profitable from day one.
Materials Included
All tools, film, and supplies are provided during the course. Focus on learning — we handle the rest. PPF students can take home a full roll after the course.
Ongoing Support
Graduation isn't goodbye. You'll join our dealer network with access to wholesale pricing, free leads, social media promotion, and a team that has your back.
3-Day Course
PPF Installation Training
Learn paint protection film installation from the ground up — taught by the company that makes the film. Our 3-day intensive course takes you from the basics to full-body wraps on real vehicles. You'll learn the techniques professionals use every day, plus the business know-how to price jobs and grow your shop. Graduates leave with hands-on experience, confidence, and the option to take home a full roll of PPF to start working immediately.
- Full-body PPF installation — hoods, bumpers, fenders, mirrors, and door edges
- Precision cutting and stretching techniques for complex curves
- Self-healing activation, edge wrapping, and seamless finishing
- Business skills: pricing jobs, upselling services, and managing workflow
- Option to take home a 60" x 50ft roll of PPF after the course
Window Film Course
Window Tint Installation Training
Master the art of window tint installation with hands-on training from experienced professionals. This course covers everything from basic flat glass to advanced back glass shrinking — using the same premium ceramic and carbon films we manufacture. You'll learn the technical skills to deliver flawless installs, plus how to consult with customers and choose the right film for every vehicle and budget.
- Precision pattern cutting — hand-cut and plotter methods
- Heat shrinking techniques for curved back glass and complex shapes
- Proper tool handling, squeegee technique, and slip solution management
- Understanding VLT, IR rejection, and ceramic vs. carbon vs. dyed film
- Customer consultation skills — recommending the right film for every job
Our Training Facility
Learn at United Auto Film HQ
All courses take place at our headquarters and training facility in New York City. Our space is purpose-built for hands-on learning — equipped with professional-grade tools, dedicated vehicle bays, and everything you need to practice real installs in a real shop environment.
United Auto Film HQ & Training Center
31-35 61st Street
Woodside, NY 11377
All course materials, tools, and film are included in your tuition. Just show up ready to learn.
From Our Graduates
What Students Say
I came in with zero experience and left after 3 days confident enough to take on real jobs. The instructors break everything down step by step and make sure you actually get it before moving on.
What makes this different is you're learning from the people who actually make the film. They know every detail about the product — the best techniques, the common mistakes, all of it.
The business side of the training was just as valuable as the install skills. I learned how to price jobs, talk to customers, and actually run a profitable shop — not just apply film.
