Automotive Technology - Advanced Certificate (TRC)
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 7
Last Re-Certification Date: 3/18/2025
Program Description
This program provides students with the necessary foundation and practical experiences to pursue an entry-level position within the automotive industry. Entry-level positions may be found in automotive dealerships, automotive franchises, independent service repair shops, auto parts stores, or through self-employment. Students will learn the technical skills essential to employment in the field of maintenance technology, auto body care, chassis, diesel, and power train, leading to employment in service, maintenance, and areas of technological specialty, such as detailing, auto body paint and refinishing, as well as management occupations or self-employment. This program is NATEF (National Automotive Technician Education Foundation) division of ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certified.
Established in 2002
CIP: 47-0604 Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician.
Training Program Type
Vocational
Provider Information
Harry S. Truman College
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
(NATEF) NationalAutomotive Technician Ed
Quality Assurance
- Illinois State Board of Education
Education Information
Industry Recognized Certification
64 Weeks ( 2944.00 Hours / 46.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $7,222.00 |
| Books | $2,000.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $3,000.00 |
| Total Cost | $12,222.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
- Illinois Monetary Award Program
- Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
Application Procedure
Studens must visit an American Job Center to complete standard requirements for obtaining the WIOA grant and complete the FAFSA-Free Application for Federal Student Aid-prior to meeting with the WIOA Coordinator. For appointments, students can contact the WIOA Coordinator in the Student Services Office, located in the Main Building of the Harry S. Truman College campus, at 773-907-4391. Note: Some courses may carry an additional fee.
The maximum tuition and fees amount approved for this occupation is $8,000.
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
- Math - 8th grade level
- Reading - 8th grade level
- Writing - Placement Exam: English 101 (Writing)
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Day Classes
Performance Data
Program: Automotive Technology - Advanced Certificate (TRC)
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 7
Last Re-Certification Date: 3/18/2025
Program Description
This program provides students with the necessary foundation and practical experiences to pursue an entry-level position within the automotive industry. Entry-level positions may be found in automotive dealerships, automotive franchises, independent service repair shops, auto parts stores, or through self-employment. Students will learn the technical skills essential to employment in the field of maintenance technology, auto body care, chassis, diesel, and power train, leading to employment in service, maintenance, and areas of technological specialty, such as detailing, auto body paint and refinishing, as well as management occupations or self-employment. This program is NATEF (National Automotive Technician Education Foundation) division of ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certified.
Established in 2002
CIP: 47-0604 Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician.
Provider Information
Harry S. Truman College
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
(NATEF) NationalAutomotive Technician Ed
Quality Assurance
- Illinois State Board of Education
Education Information
Industry Recognized Certification
64 Weeks ( 2944.00 Hours / 46.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $7,222.00 |
| Books | $2,000.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $3,000.00 |
| Total Cost | $12,222.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
- Illinois Monetary Award Program
- Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
Application Procedure
Studens must visit an American Job Center to complete standard requirements for obtaining the WIOA grant and complete the FAFSA-Free Application for Federal Student Aid-prior to meeting with the WIOA Coordinator. For appointments, students can contact the WIOA Coordinator in the Student Services Office, located in the Main Building of the Harry S. Truman College campus, at 773-907-4391. Note: Some courses may carry an additional fee.
The maximum tuition and fees amount approved for this occupation is $8,000.
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
- Math - 8th grade level
- Reading - 8th grade level
- Writing - Placement Exam: English 101 (Writing)
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Day Classes