Dent College

Built by People Who've Done It.

Dent College was built by working PDR professionals who got tired of seeing talented people locked out of a trade career by unnecessary barriers. No fluff. No filler. Just a 10-day program that works.

Our Story

Why Dent College Exists

Paintless Dent Repair is one of the most in-demand trade skills in the country. But for years, learning it meant either expensive, inaccessible programs or trying to piece it together on your own. We built Dent College to change that.

A focused, hands-on 10-day program in Knoxville, Tennessee — small classes, real vehicles, and instruction from professionals who are still active in the trade. You come in with no experience. You leave with a skill, a toolkit, and a business-ready foundation.

Instructors

Learn From People Still in the Trade

Dent College is led by an active PDR professional with real clients, a real business, and a genuine commitment to raising the bar for vocational training.

Jesse Hawe, Founder & Lead Instructor at Dent College
JESSE Hawe
Founder & Lead Instructor — Dent College
23+ YEARS OF INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE🎖️ USMC Veteran 1998–2002🔧 Owner, Dents and Detail LLC🎓 Founder, Dent College

Jesse brings a rare combination of discipline, business acumen, and a genuine passion for developing people. A U.S. Marine Corps veteran, he spent years scaling service-based businesses and designing training programs that turn newcomers into skilled professionals. As the owner of Dents and Detail LLC, he built a respected PDR and auto detailing operation before founding Dent College. His focus is simple: operational excellence and measurable results for every student who walks through the door. He believes vocational education can change lives — and Dent College is built on a promise to every student: Learn. Practice. Master.

"Nobody can take a skill from you. That's why I teach PDR. You leave here owning something."

— Jesse, Founder

Class Size

4 Students. That's It. On Purpose.

Every Student Gets Seen

With a maximum of 4 students per class, your instructor knows exactly where you are and what you need. There's no hiding in the back row.

More Time on Tools

Smaller classes mean more hands-on time per student. You're not watching — you're doing, from Day 1.

Instruction That Adjusts to You

Everyone learns differently. A class of 4 means the instructor can meet you where you are and push you past where you think you can go.

Location

Hands-On Training in Knoxville, Tennessee

Our facility is purpose-built for PDR training. Real vehicles, professional lighting setups, and a workspace designed to mirror what you'll encounter in the field from your very first day.

8525 Walbrook Dr, Knoxville, TN 37923

Located in Knoxville, TN
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Speed Without Shortcuts

10 days because we've eliminated everything that doesn't make you better.

Small Class, Big Commitment

4 students maximum. Every single class.

You Leave Ready

Not ready to keep learning someday. Ready to start working on Day 11.

Ready to own your career?

Classes fill fast. Apply now to hold your seat.