Car Mechanic Certification
 In the beginning of the 20th Century, automobiles were often repaired with a hairpin and a piece of baling wire. Cars were simpler then and so were the problems they faced. For a long time, almost every automobile owner was also an amateur auto mechanic; it went with the territory. Over the years, cars became more and more complicated. Brakes, transmissions, fuel injectors and other components all required more complex knowledge than that possessed by the average car owner. Today's vehicles rely on computers, electronic sensors, and other equipment that requires highly sophisticated diagnostic and repair tools. The days of the home-made auto repair are over and the days of the certified and credentialed car mechanic are here.
Although it is still possible to learn the car repair trade by apprenticing in a repair shop, most reputable establishments employ only mechanics that have come through a degree or car mechanic certification program. The most widely recognized certification is the ASE or Automotive Service Excellence certificate. However, there are also many car mechanic certification programs supported by specific manufacturers. It is possible to gain a certification to give expert repairs and maintenance to the cars or trucks made by a well-known company or even of components and car parts from a particular maker. These manufacturer credentials are particularly valuable in a mechanic's career path. In some areas, for example, there are very few mechanics that are trained in the repairs of European or Asian-manufactured cars. Mechanics with that training certification have a very high earning potential when they become, in effect, "the only game in town." |
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| Penn Foster Career School | |
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Get the skills you need to prepare for a new career in one of today's hottest career fields with a diploma or certificate from Penn Foster Career School. Choose from over 80 quality distance education programs in areas like health services, business, legal studies, education, engineering, technology, trade, automotive, creative and design, or high school. Our expert faculty and friendly support staff are dedicated to helping you succeed.
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Certification Training Programs: Auto Body Repair Technician, Auto Repair Technician |
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| Advanced Technology Institute | |
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Advanced Technology Institute (ATI), located in Virginia Beach, Virginia, offers hands-on degree and diploma programs in some of today's hottest service careers. Choose from ASE and NATEF certified programs in Automotive Technology, HVAC and Refrigeration, Diesel/Heavy Vehicle, Commercial Driving, and High Performance Repair. Extensive job placement assistance is available, as well as financial aid for students who qualify.
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Certification Training Programs: Automotive Technology |
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| Baker College | |
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Founded in 1911, Baker College has helped hundreds of thousands of graduates achieve career fulfillment over the years. We provide job-specific training designed to help students launch a more personally rewarding career right out of college. And with Baker in their corner, they do — 98% of Baker College's available graduates are currently employed. Choose from convenient campus locations across the state of Michigan.
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Certification Training Programs: Certificate - Automotive Services Technology |
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| Lincoln Tech® | |
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Lincoln Tech® is a career-focused training school that offers short-term Automotive, Skilled Trades, Healthcare and Computers programs designed to get you into the workforce quickly. Programs vary by campus so contact a location near you to see the training options available. Financial Aid is available for those who qualify. With national accreditation, state licensing and nearly 60 years of career education and job placement experience, Lincoln Tech knows what it takes to help give you the competitive edge so you can establish yourself in a rewarding career.
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Certification Training Programs: Automotive Technology |
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| Universal Technical Institute | |
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Put your career in gear with an Automotive, Automotive / Ford FACT, Automotive / Toyota TPAT, Automotive & Diesel, Automotive/Diesel & Industrial, Collision Repair and Refinish, or Diesel & Industrial technology program from Universal Technical Institute (UTI), an ASE/NATEF Master Certified provider of post-secondary technical education training. UTI offers programs that can be completed in as little as a year, and provides opportunities through the Custom Training Group of UTI for manufacturer-specific advanced training with: Audi, BMW, International Truck, Jaguar, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, Volvo and VW. Start training today for an entry-level position in the automotive industry.
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Certification Training Programs: Automotive Technician Training, Automotive/Diesel Technician Training, Collision Repair & Refinishing |
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