Success Requires Employee Excellence
Your Dealer Educational Solutions
Automotive – Heavy Equipment – Capital Goods
Learning Without Scars is an industrial education company that provides specialized, job function based online training classes, job function skills assessments, and lectures. Products are designed for manufacturers and their dealers, as well as independent businesses in the construction equipment, heavy truck, agricultural equipment, engine and automotive industries. Training is aimed at improving dealer parts, service, sales, marketing and customer service operations through qualified people that are knowledgeable in using operational metrics and current market and operational best practice methods.
Why Choose Learning Without Scars (LWS)?
- Our intuitive Learning Management System is available 24/7 to students.
- Assessments and Classes are self-paced for student flexibility.
- Curricula are state-of-the art, using AI and current education technology.
- All learning materials are accredited by IACET, a global standard.
- Class certificates and certifications provide portable credentials.
- Assessments and classes are position- and industry-specific.
- LWS “roots” and industry knowledge go back to 1980.
- A long history in dealer education for heavy equipment & capital goods.
- Fully compliant with the U.S. Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA).
- Facilitates students’ and managers’ career paths with continuous learning.
Educational Philosophy
Our goal is to provide industry- and position-specific educational products that encourage life-long learning and enable students to achieve success in their careers. At Learning Without Scars, we believe that a high-quality education should be accessible to everyone. We have adapted our methods and materials to meet the changing needs of students. We break down barriers as early adopters of new technology and instructional methods, and we believe the role of teacher is that of facilitator. A Learning Without Scars class is designed with the real-world scenarios and applications our students encounter in the workforce.
NOW IS THE TIME TO GET STARTED!
Contact us for more information during normal business hours.
(8am – 5pm, Monday to Friday, time zone specific)
- Use “Quick Links” on this page; see our products.
- Determine your areas of educational interest.
- Download and follow this “How To” guide.
- Register as a student with Learning Without Scars.
- Take the relevant job function assessment; measure your skills and knowledge.
Based on your assessment results; select and purchase the classes, and or certification that you
are interested in.- Set a goal to complete at least one class each month.
- Commit to online continuous education of 40 hours per year to enhance your career.
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BASIC INFORMATION
- About Us: Learning Without Scars
- FAQ: Important introductory information
- Contact Us: Technical Support | General Inquiry
DEALER OPS ONLINE EDUCATION
- Assessments: MEASURE job skills & knowledge
- Classes: INCREASE job skills & knowledge
- Certifications: DEMONSTRATE skills & knowledge (parts, service, sales, marketing, customer service)
- Department Curriculums: TARGET learning needs
SKILL MASTERY CLASSES
- Electrical Classes: Electrical Science Principles
- Flatbed Classes: Fundamentals, Safety, Regulation
- Marketing: Basic & Research Lectures
- Supply Chain: Lectures
COMPLIMENTARY RESOURCES
- Podcasts: Insights from Industry
- Experts Blog: Solutions from Industry
- Experts Newsletter: LWS and industry News
- Film Clips: Videos on industry topics
- Audio Clips: Related audio learning
- Suggested Reading: 200+ books
LATEST NEWS
Socrates
As many of you know, Socrates has long served as our logo. Socrates is remembered for his devotion to ethics, human behavior, and the care of the soul. Rather than lecturing, he professed uncertainty and pursued wisdom by questioning the assumptions of others. He taught through inquiry. That has been my teaching style for more than 40 years. I ask questions rather than simply supplying answers because that approach helps students learn how to think for themselves. One of the most compelling aspects of Socrates’ philosophy is his belief that ignorance lies at the root of wrongdoing. In that sense, harmful actions often begin with a lack of understanding.
He is famously quoted as saying, “The unexamined life is not worth living.”
Our Purpose at Learning Without Scars
At Learning Without Scars, our purpose is to help people recognize their personal and professional potential. From that understanding, we create individualized learning paths that enable students to grow, succeed, and fully realize their capabilities. As many of you understand, this is not easy work. It requires discipline, consistency, and above all, clarity about what we are trying to achieve.
The State of Learning in America
I believe many of us have been taught obedience throughout our lives. It begins with parents trying to protect us and continues in school, where we are taught to read, write, and do arithmetic through prescribed methods. Yet when we compare outcomes internationally, the results are troubling. In the United States, only about 30% of students in grades 4, 8, and 12 perform at grade level in reading and arithmetic, even though we spend more per student than any other country in the world. So perhaps the real issue is not what we teach, but how we teach.
An Alternative Method
My thinking leads me to a different model. Imagine every student spending the first day of the school year completing questionnaires and participating in interviews so the school can understand that student’s current skills and knowledge. Suppose we are all 10 years old and entering grade 3. On that first day, we completed a full assessment. If there are 40 students, they could then be placed into classes based on actual readiness, perhaps spanning material from grade 1 to grade 5. In that kind of system, students who need more support would not feel embarrassed, and those who are ahead would not be forced to wait while others catch up.
Our Approach Fits The Alternative
That is the same principle behind our comprehensive skills and knowledge assessments. We offer 20 assessments across five different departments, including general testing for technicians. While we do not teach repair or maintenance directly, we can accurately evaluate the skills required for those roles. We designed this approach for employees in any company who fit the following categories:
- Employees who interact with customers
- Employees who manage assets
- Employees who lead people
Invest in Yourself
I view personal, professional development and lifelong learning very simply: I ask people to invest 90 minutes each week in their personal and professional growth. That adds up to 78 hours a year. Compared with roughly 2,080 working hours annually, it amounts to less than 4% of the time we devote to our jobs. It is a modest investment with the potential for an enormous return. And yet, even that small commitment can be difficult. I understand that struggle because I face it myself. Balancing work and personal life is never easy, and it becomes even more demanding when family responsibilities are involved. Even so, there is joy in striving for that balance. Our blogs, podcasts, and newsletters are all designed to provoke reflection. We can offer ideas, but we cannot dictate your priorities. Only you can decide what matters most. In my view, lifelong learning should be near the top of that list.
The time to begin is now.
We provide comprehensive online learning programs for students. For the Capital Goods industry, we offer Certifications, Assessments, and Classes. Our unique individualized skills assessment allows us to personalize your development program based on your skill level. We also offer Skill Mastery classes and lectures on a variety of subjects including Electrical, Flatbed, Marketing, and Supply Chain Management. Additional resources are available for no addition charge. INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS FOR LIFELONG LEARNING! The Time is Now!
