Program Length

2 years

Articulation Agreements

Ohio Technical College, Universal Technical Institute, Lincoln Technical College

Program Supplies Provided

Work boots; Safety glasses; Respiratory physical; NOCTI – Collision Repair/Refinishing Technician Exam; 10-hour OSHA training certificate

Teachers

Richard Rainville

Program Description

Each damaged vehicle presents a new problem to be solved. Auto body technicians solve these problems by using specialized equipment and tools to straighten frames, remove dents and replace parts. Students will practice procedures that will develop perceptual capabilities and skills to produce high quality auto body repairs.

Industry Alignment

Automotive Service Excellence (ASE); National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF); Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (ICAR); Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA)

Integrated Academic Coursework

Career and Financial Management (1/2 credit per year); 

Science (1/2 credit per year)

Credential Opportunities

ASE – Time Toward ASE Accreditation and Test Preparation; NATEF; 10-hour OSHA General Industry Safety and Health Credential; Technical Endorsement on Graduation Diploma

Industry Assessments

National Occupational Competency Testing Institute -Collision Repair/Refinishing Technician