The RV Technical Institute (RVTI) finalized its partnership with the Pennsylvania RV and Camping Association (PRVCA) to become an Authorized Learning Partner this month.
The partnership will give PRVCA the ability to train RV technicians using the institute’s industry-wide curriculum and training program.
“PRVCA is looking forward to our relationship with the RV Technical Institute as a training partner,” PRVCA Executive Director Heather Leach stated. “Part of PRVCA’s mission is to be a leader in education and this partnership will enable us to increase our training offerings and help technicians on the path to certification.”
The partnership is PRVCA’s latest move to focus on training, which included hiring RV trainer Greg Dewalt into the role of education director earlier this year.
Dewalt will provide hands-on training and support to RV technicians seeking Level 1 to Level 4 Master Technician credentials from RVIA, the association stated.
“Education and training are the cornerstones of excellence in providing a positive customer experience and building a stronger business,” Dewalt stated. “Training not only improves employees’ skills and knowledge, but also demonstrates the value of our employees and invests in their future as leaders. Partnering with the institute allows us to provide our members with technician training to assist them in meeting their business goals.”
“This partnership is a great opportunity for not only the RV Technical Institute and PRVCA, but all of the RV technicians who will receive training on the only industry-wide recognized certification as a result of the partnership,” RVTI Executive Director Curt Hemmeler stated. “State RV associations are the perfect partners for the institute with their extensive relationships with RV dealers and technicians as well as their dedication to training and improving the RV industry in their states. I am confident that this partnership with PRVCA will be the roadmap for partnerships with more state associations.”
RVTI’s Authorized Learning Partner program is a training partner network that grants approval to offer the institute’s standardized curriculum on a local or regional basis. Learning Partners have access to the full program, training materials, learning management system (LMS) and testing, along with training from RVTI staff to track student progress.
