Career Certificate in Automotive Technician - Entry Level

This program provides students the foundational skills needed to start an entry-level job at a repair facility or dealership through the study of fundamentals and theory of the major systems on a vehicle and master entry-level automotive skills with significant "hands-on" time in the shop. Students will also complete a career class specific to the auto industry with topics including labor law, written and oral communication in the workplace, and technical writing skills needed to meet legal requirements for documentation. Students also have the opportunity to participate in an internship program with local repair facilities.

This certificate program meets the prerequisites of the full-time Automotive Technology program, allows students to earn AA degrees, provides students with the skills needed for their first automotive job, and provides internships with local employers to start their careers. Students can choose to continue their education, go to work, or, ideally, do both.

Students will need to show proof of high school graduation or the equivalent. Proof of English Language Proficiency: A minimum score or higher on any of the following examinations is required for admission- Skyline College is an open-enrollment school with a free application process. Whatever your educational background or goals are, we can help you on your academic journey: applying and registering for classes, signing up for graduation, and requesting transcripts. You need a minimum of TOEFL iBT 56, IELTS 5.5, or Duolingo 85.