Training
PRVCA is pleased to offer two days of training specifically designed for the RV industry. From RV equipment and electricity to important maintenance, solar and batteries, there’s a session to help dealers offer the best service to their customers. Hershey is one convenient location for RV technician training, new RV models and networking.
Monday, September 8, 2025
(Education Day Only)
Dexter Axle: Servicing RV Axles and Electric Braking Systems
(Level 2 Refresher)
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Press Room/Hallway
Cost: Members: FREE; Non members: $75 (lunch included)
Credits: 6 CEU; Pre-registration is required.
Presented by: Bill Snider, Dexter Axle
This session will provide an overview of leaf spring axles with electric brakes, theory and service techniques. The instructor will review the most common towable RV axle configurations. This course contains a combination of classroom theory and hands-on service training. The course curriculum is aimed for service technicians with up to five years of experience, but may also benefit RV service writers, parts professionals, etc.
CEUs will be awarded upon completion of a test administered at America’s Largest RV Show®.
Trey Selman
RV Weight, Tires and Matching Tow Vehicles to Trailers & Truck Campers
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Green Room | Rink Level
Cost: Free for PRVCA members; Non-members: $50 (Lunch included)
Credits: 4 CEUs; Pre-registration is required
Presented by: Trey Selman, RV Safety and Education Foundation
Help your customers be safe on the road. Learn all the aspects of RV weight and balance, including the proper ways to weigh a vehicle, and the hazards associated with exceeding vehicle weight ratings.
Installing the proper tires on an RV is important for safety. The instructor will provide a firm foundation on tire fundamentals for proper weight and installation, including FMVSS and RVIA standards for tire application. He will explore unique situations for tires on RVs.
In addition, Selman will explain how to match the tow vehicle with travel trailers, fifth wheels and truck campers and explain the proper terminology. He will also provide resources for technicians to help determine the correct vehicle tow ratings and review weight and balance differences built into toy haulers/SURVs that differ from other towable RVs.
CEUs will be awarded upon successful completion of a test administered at America’s Largest RV Show®.
Mike Sokol, RV Electricity
RV Electricity: Solar, Battery & Inverter RV Technician Training
11 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Champions Club | Main Concourse
Cost: Members: FREE; Non members: $50, Lunch is included
Pe-registration is required.
Presented by: Mike Sokol, RV Electricity
This seminar will delve into the newest advancements in solar panel efficiency and explore the characteristics of both Lithium and AGM batteries, providing clarity on their strengths and applications. Mike will discuss the growing trend of 48-volt systems in new RVs and compare them to traditional 12-volt setups, highlighting the benefits and considerations of each.
Learn about essential converter upgrades necessary for effectively charging Lithium batteries and gain a comprehensive understanding of hybrid inverters and how they seamlessly manage power sources. Finally, Mike will discuss the practicalities and considerations for charging electric vehicles at campgrounds, ensuring your customers are equipped with the knowledge to power all their adventures.
Chris Dougherty
RV Electrical Refresher for RV Technicians, Level 2 & 4
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Power Play | Main Concourse
Cost: Free for PRVCA members; Non-members: $25
Credits: 4 CEUs; Pre-registration is required.
Presented by: Chris Dougherty, Dougherty RV Consulting
RV technicians work with electricity every day. In this class, we’ll review basic electricity, the DC and AC electrical systems in RVs, tools of the trade to include multimeters, electrical system testing and troubleshooting, and electrical safety. At the end of this seminar, the student will review basic and advanced electricity for RV technicians, including reviewing the NFPA/NEC 551, system testing and troubleshooting, best practices, and multimeter usage.
CEUs will be awarded upon successful completion of a test administered at America’s Largest RV Show®.
Dometic Furnace RVTI Level 3 Training
2 p.m. – 4 p.m. | Power Play | Main Concourse
Cost: Members: FREE; Non members: $25
Credits: 2 CEUs; Pre-registration is required.
This seminar will teach Dometic furnace troubleshooting and installation, with a focus on the new Furnace Essential.
CEUs will be awarded upon successful completion of a test administered at America’s Largest RV Show®.
Tuesday, September 9, 2025
Furrion Refrigerator and Air Conditioner RV Technician Training
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Power Play | Main Concourse
Cost: FREE for members; Non-Members: $50 (Lunch included)
Credits: 6 CEUs; Pre-registration is required.
Lippert will offer its refrigeration course, featuring the renowned Furrion and Greystone brands! This comprehensive course will provide an overview of these top-tier products, including their replaceable parts. Learn all about the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of these refrigeration systems. The air conditioner portion of the training starts with an introduction to Furrion’s Air Conditioners, providing a comprehensive overview of the system and its replaceable components. We will then explore the installation, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting processes. The presentation will include visual aids such as parts, pieces, and animations.
CEUs will be given upon successful completion of a test administered at America’s Largest RV Show®
Dexter Axle: Advanced Axle Suspension and Brake Service (Level 3 chassis)
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Press Room/Hallway | Rink Level
Cost: Members: FREE; Non-members: $50 (lunch included)
Credits: 6 CEUs; Pre-registration is required
Presented by: Bill Snider, Dexter Axle
This is a 6-hour advanced course on RV axles, brakes, and suspension systems intended for existing Level 2 technicians working towards more advanced certification, with emphases on systems used in larger and more sophisticated Towable RVs.
CEUs will be given upon successful completion of a test administered at America’s Largest RV Show®
Xantrex: Lithium Battery, Solar, Inverter and Charger RV Technician Training
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Champions Club | Main Concourse
Cost: Members: FREE; Non-Members: $50 (Lunch included)
Credits: 4 CEUs; Pre-registration is required.
Presented by: Alex Lung, Xantrex
Ready to power up your RV expertise? This Level 3 certification seminar dives deep into the world of Xantrex lithium batteries, solar power integration, and sophisticated inverter/charger systems. Gain comprehensive knowledge of these critical components, equipping you to confidently install, troubleshoot, and maintain them, including converters, inverters, transfer switches, lithium batteries, surge protection, and solar.
CEUs will be given upon successful completion of a test administered at America’s Largest RV Show®.
MORryde RVTI Level 3 Training
10 a.m. – 12 noon | Green Room | Rink Level
Cost: FREE for PRVCA members; Non-members: $25
Credits: 2 CEUs; Pre-registration is required
MORryde International will present this technical training session that will count towards 2 hours of RVTI Level 3 credit in the Chassis Specialist category. Topics we will focus on are Suspension & Running Gear Upgrades, Entry Step Systems and X-Brace Stabilizers.
CEUs will be given upon successful completion of a test administered at America’s Largest RV Show®
Cummins: RV Generator and Engine Technician Training
12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. | Green Room | Rink Level
Cost: PRVCA Members: FREE; Non-members: $25
Pre-registration is required.
Come see what is new with Cummins and learn proper maintenance and operation of generators to share with your customers. In this seminar, Cummins experts will share commonly used tools and systems to enable technicians to diagnose generators and engines. Live demonstration of new products will also be available. Cummins.com
Chris Dougherty
RV Propane Systems Refresher
2:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. | Champions Club | Main Concourse
Cost: Free for PRVCA members; Non-members: $25
CEUs: 4; Pre-registration is required.
Presented by: Chris Dougherty, Dougherty RV Consulting
Learn LP Gas basics, including propane and butane; LP gas safety, proper DOT cylinder inspections, ASME and DOT container appurtenances; proper testing of an LPG system on an RV, and review of NFPA 1192 LPG standards. Students will perform the NFPA 1192 LPG system test on the PRVCA trailer or a test system if LPG is not allowed. After this seminar, the student will have reviewed LP Gas basics including propane and butane, LP gas safety, proper DOT cylinder inspections, ASME and DOT container appurtenances, proper testing of an LPG system on an RV, and review of NFPA 1192 LPG standards. Students will perform the NFPA 1192 LPG system test on the PRVCA trailer or a test system if LPG is not allowed.
CEUs will be given upon successful completion of a test administered after America’s Largest RV Show®
Hershey Lodge
Mike Sokol, RV Electricity
RV Electricity: Essential RV Troubleshooting
9 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Hershey Lodge
Cost: Members: FREE; Non-members: $100 (lunch included)
Pre-registration is required
Presented by: Mike Sokol, RV Electricity
Don’t let electrical issues sideline your travels! This practical seminar equips you with the knowledge and techniques to confidently troubleshoot common RV electrical problems. We’ll cover essential methods for diagnosing issues in both 12-volt DC and 120-volt AC systems. Learn valuable skills such as using a dim bulb tester to identify short circuits and effectively testing RV and campground pedestal grounds for proper bonding and safety. We’ll also explore overvoltage and surge protection to safeguard your valuable equipment, understand and resolve frustrating GFCI nuisance tripping, and, crucially, learn how to identify and repair dangerous hot-skin voltages, ensuring a safe and enjoyable RV experience.
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