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Automotive Service Technology Associate of Applied Science Degree and Certificate Programs

This two-year program offers an Associate of Applied Science degree. The AAS degree requires academic courses. We offer ATEC, (general automotive), and three corporate programs, including GM (ASEP), Chrysler (CAP), and Nissan (Nissan Denver Technician Apprenticeship Program). Admission into the Automotive Technology program is based on the admission requirements below.

To be eligible for acceptance:

1. Student must take a department administered automotive assessment test and pass an industry standard MVR, background, and urinalysis check.
2. All programs require a personal interview with the program’s Director.
3. Employment with GM, Chrysler, Nissan, or other manufacturer or independent general automotive repair facility (student must obtain employment).

Our programs are designed to train students for employment in the automotive industry as technicians. Our students will be well prepared for the ASE certification examinations

The Automotive Service Technology program is accredited by the National Automotive Technician Education Foundation, Inc. (NATEF). The foundation can be reached at 101 Blue Seal Drive, Suite 101, Leesburg VA,20175, 703 669-6650.

Automotive Service Management Certificate

This program is designed as a work co-op program for those interested in a job as an automotive service writer/consultant or future service manager. The academic courses may be taken prior to or in conjunction with the automotive courses. The student must maintain employment in an automotive service department in conjunction with the courses taken at ACC. Dealerships are particularly interested in female service writers as women are under-represented in the automotive service field. All entrance eligibility requirements for the certificate program are the same as the degree program.

Electrical/Electronics, Engine Performance Certificate

This program is designed as a work co-op program for those interested in a job as an advanced driveability specialist or would like to further their knowledge and training in advanced engine performance. Dealers are particularly interested in this specialty due to advances in technology on current model vehicles with increasing electrical/electronic devices. All entrance eligibility requirements for the certificate program are the same as the degree program. The student must maintain employment in an automotive service department in conjunction with the courses taken at ACC.

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