Skilled2Hire provides AI-powered training and upskilling solutions specifically for the automotive trades industry. The platform uses TaskMentor™ for on-the-job technical guidance and EdGame™ for engaging knowledge reinforcement and ASE test preparation. This ecosystem connects employers, schools, and workers to streamline technical skill mastery and apprenticeship compliance.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
The automotive industry faces a persistent skills gap, making it challenging for businesses to find and retain qualified technicians. Educational institutions also struggle to provide practical, industry-aligned training that prepares students for the demands of modern automotive repair and maintenance. This disconnect leads to increased downtime, reduced service quality, and limited career progression for individuals.
Solution
Skilled2Hire offers a comprehensive digital platform designed to bridge the skills gap in the automotive sector through on-the-job training and upskilling. Our solution comprises TaskMentor™, a technical mentoring system that guides technicians through repair procedures with digital checklists and provides performance analytics for career path development. Complementing this is EdGame™, a gamified micro-learning application that reinforces technical knowledge through daily quizzes, enhancing retention and test preparation. These tools are accessible to both businesses for employee development and educational institutions for student preparation, ensuring a pipeline of skilled automotive professionals.
Target Audience
Our primary customers are automotive repair shops, dealerships, and vocational schools seeking to enhance technician proficiency, improve employee retention, and streamline apprenticeship programs.
Features
- **TaskMentor™:** A digital platform for guided, task-based on-the-job training with over 500 automotive repair task templates.
- **EdGame™:** A gamified learning module delivering 2-3 minute daily knowledge assessments to identify and address skill gaps.
- **Performance Analytics:** Tracks technician progress against specific repair tasks and knowledge assessments, enabling data-driven career path development.
- **ASE & I-CAR Alignment:** Content and task structures are designed to support preparation for industry-recognized certifications.
- **Apprenticeship Program Support:** Facilitates compliance with Department of Labor apprenticeship program requirements through structured training and documentation.
- **Gamification:** Utilizes points, leaderboards, and competition within EdGame™ to increase engagement and knowledge retention.
- **Customizable Assessments:** Allows for the creation of tailored knowledge assessments within EdGame™ to target specific skill areas.
- **Mobile Accessibility:** Provides access to training modules and progress tracking via mobile devices for on-the-go learning.