Professional Automotive Painting & Surface Finishing Program
The Diploma + Automotive Refinishing SKM 3 program is designed for students who want to build advanced skills in automotive painting, surface preparation, color matching, and refinishing techniques used in modern 4S body & paint centers.
Combining Diploma-level management and operational knowledge with SKM Level 3 technical certification, this program prepares graduates for high-demand roles in automotive painting and refinishing departments.
With a training emphasis on 20% theory + 80% practical, students gain real-world experience using professional spray booths, paint systems, and refinishing tools.
Program Overview
This program includes:
✔ Diploma in Automotive Refinishing & Workshop Management
✔ Sijil Kemahiran Malaysia (SKM) Level 3 – Automotive Refinishing
Students learn to execute high-quality refinishing work—from preparing damaged surfaces to delivering factory-level paint finishes that meet OEM standards.
What You Will Learn
SKM Level 3 –AUTOMOTIVE REFINISHING (AR) Skill standard
- C01 – AUTOMOTIVE PAINT MIXING & COLOUR MATCHING 汽车油漆混合和配色
- C02 – AUTOMOTIVE SURFACE PREPARATION 汽车表面处理
- C03 – AUTOMOTIVE PAINTING WORKS 汽车喷漆工程
- C04 – AUTOMOTIVE PAINT FINISHING WORKS 汽车喷漆工程
- C05 – AUTOMOTIVE REFINISHING SUPERVISION 汽车修补监督
Diploma Component – Management & Professional Development
- MODULE 1: RULES & REGULATIONS COMPLIANCE MONITORING｜法规与合规监督管理
- MODULE 2: HUMAN CAPITAL REQUIREMENTS COORDINATION｜人力资源需求协调管理
- MODULE 3: BUSINESS STRATEGY IMPLEMENTATION｜业务战略执行管理
- MODULE 4: FACILITIES & INVENTORY UTILISATION COORDINATION｜设施与库存运用协调管理
- MODULE 5: QUALITY CUSTOMER SERVICE IMPLEMENTATION｜优质客户服务执行管理
Why Choose This Program?
- High-demand specialization in automotive painting & refinishing
- 80% hands-on training using real spray booths and paint systems
- Industry-standard tools, materials & coatings
- Powerful dual qualification: Diploma + SKM Level 3
- Internship in 4S Body & Paint departments or premium paint studios
- Pathway to high-paying careers (refinishing is one of the highest-skilled B&P jobs)
- Career growth opportunities into supervisory or managerial positions
Career Opportunities
Graduates can pursue roles such as:
- Automotive Painter / Refinishing Technician
- Paint Specialist / Color Matching Expert
- Spray Booth Technician
- Automotive Paint Correction Specialist
- Body & Paint Workshop Foreman
- Insurance Claims Estimator (Paint-related)
- Refinishing Trainer / Consultant
- Paint Shop Manager
Who Should Enroll?
Ideal for students who:
✔ Enjoy hands-on craftsmanship
✔ Have interest in painting, color, and finishing work
✔ Want a future-proof career in 4S B&P departments
✔ Aim to become specialists or supervisors in automotive refinishing
Program Duration
24 months , including internship placement.