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Course Description: Our Automotive Collision Repair program prepares students for a career in the automotive collision repair industry. From metalworking, painting, and detailing to the satisfaction of restoring vehicles, our hands-on, technologically-advanced certified training program will teach you the skills needed to repair and restore a wide variety of vehicles. Our curriculum follows the I-CAR, ASE, and NATEF (National Automotive Technical Education Foundation) guidelines.
Our ASE certified instructors teach with the aid of the Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) advanced technician curriculum, which includes the ability to read technical manuals, make precise measurements and work with advanced computer technology. Students learn both frame and structural alignment—including metalworking, welding, plastic repair, painting, and detailing—as well as how to restor a vehicle to manufacturer specifications.
Our state-of-the-art facility includes:
- A GARMAT downdraft spray booth along with two matching prep decks for painting
- A fully stocked solvent and waterborne paint banks for maximum paint mixing and matching capabilities
- A new 3M fresh air system for painting
- A Chief Titan 360 frame rack with computerized measurment system
- 6 clean air welding booths for students to learn welding, ensuring a safe and perfect welding environment
Students have the opportunity to work in the field while attending class.
Special Considerations about this program/class: Students have to enroll in the part-time program. Classes are in the evenings, 4 days a week. Classes may start at unusual times of the school year - check the Emily Griffith website for start dates.
Prerequisite: Application and district approval. Students need to be on-track to graduate and have strong attendance. Students need to meet Emily Griffith testing requirement (if applicable).
Fees: Course fees, books and supplies
Course Location: Emily Griffith Technical College
For more information about this program, go to the school website here.
Concurrent Enrollment Process:
- Attend informational meeting held every September/October and March/April.
- Complete an Emily Griffith application
- Submit district paperwork
- Take the TABE Exam (if required) and meet with an Emily Griffith advisor
- If approved, register for your class
Please come to the Future Center or speak with your counselor to learn more about concurrent enrollment!
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