Course Overview

The average driver is involved in three to four fender benders during their driving lifetime. That’s bad news for drivers and good news for anyone considering a career in the collision repair industry. In our Auto Collision Repair Technology course, students are introduced to the following skills as they learn what it takes to return crash-damaged vehicles to pre-accident condition:

Course Details:

Course length: 9 months
Next potential start date(s): Fall 2026 dates TBD
Tentative schedule: 8:15 am – 2:45 pm, M-F

Program availability is contingent on high school enrollments and open seats.

Credentials & college credit

Students who complete our course earn the following industry-recognized credentials:

• ASE Student Certification via NATEF
• AYES Certification via Automotive Youth Educational Systems
• S/P2 Automotive Certification via S/P2

Students who complete our course are well-positioned to continue their education at the following school(s):

• Automotive Training Center

Career pathways

with credentials earned at LCTI:

• Automotive Glass Installer
• Collision Repair Technician
• Refinish Technician
• Service/Parts Clerk
• Service Writer

with credentials + experience:

• Auto Body Shop Owner
• Custom Painter
• Insurance Adjuster
• Manufacturers’ Representative
• Service/Parts Manager

Learn more about potential career pathways.