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Automotive Trade School

Launch your career as an auto mechanic or automotive technician at an accredited automotive trade school. Programs cover engine repair, diagnostics, brakes, electrical systems, and computerized vehicle systems. With 280 million vehicles on US roads, skilled automotive technicians enjoy steady demand and median salaries of $46,000-$75,000.

$47,930/year
Median Salary
1% (2022-2032)
Job Growth
6-24 months
Program Length

Auto Mechanic Training Programs

Automotive programs cover engine performance, brake systems, suspension and steering, electrical systems, HVAC, and computerized diagnostics. Programs range from 6-month certificates to 2-year associate degrees.

Automotive School Near Me

Find automotive technology programs in your area. Our directory includes ASE-accredited schools, program specializations, tuition information, and employer partnerships.

Auto Technician Salary & Job Outlook

Automotive technicians earn a median salary of $46,970, with master technicians earning $65,000-$90,000+. Dealership and specialty technicians earn the highest wages.

ASE Certification & Career Advancement

Automotive trade schools prepare you for ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certifications. ASE-certified technicians earn 5-15% more than non-certified mechanics.

Showing 955 trade schools. Many offer automotive technology programs. Use the filters or visit individual school profiles to see specific programs, costs, and enrollment details.

Schools Offering Automotive Technology Programs

Showing 50 of 955 schools
Northland Pioneer College
Holbrook, AZ 86025-0610
$2,428/year
1,024 students
8% completion
Median Earnings: $34,199/yr
Oakton College
Des Plaines, IL 60016-1268
$3,985/year
6,229 students
31% completion
Median Earnings: $47,852/yr
Bluegrass Community and Technical College
Lexington, KY 40508
$4,706/year
7,713 students
38% completion
Median Earnings: $36,343/yr
Delta College
University Center, MI 48710
$4,640/year
6,061 students
17% completion
Median Earnings: $37,781/yr
Minnesota State College Southeast
Winona, MN 55987
$7,820/year
1,198 students
51% completion
Median Earnings: $43,613/yr
Gaston College
Dallas, NC 28034
$3,186/year
3,359 students
51% completion
Median Earnings: $35,386/yr
Surry Community College
Dobson, NC 27017-8432
$2,545/year
1,445 students
8% completion
Median Earnings: $36,012/yr
Community College of Allegheny County
Pittsburgh, PA 15233-1895
$4,842/year
9,305 students
23% completion
Median Earnings: $39,449/yr
Rogue Community College
Grants Pass, OR 97527-9291
$5,184/year
3,395 students
12% completion
Median Earnings: $36,845/yr
Mt Hood Community College
Gresham, OR 97030
$5,175/year
3,540 students
Median Earnings: $41,125/yr
Harrisburg Area Community College
Harrisburg, PA 17110-2999
$7,373/year
9,802 students
21% completion
Median Earnings: $42,007/yr
Pennsylvania College of Technology
Williamsport, PA 17701-5799
$17,940/year
4,254 students
Median Earnings: $52,567/yr
Central Arizona College
Coolidge, AZ 85128-9030
$2,250/year
4,892 students
23% completion
Median Earnings: $40,513/yr
Cochise County Community College District
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635-2317
$2,232/year
3,007 students
30% completion
Median Earnings: $38,033/yr
University of Arkansas Community College-Batesville
Batesville, AR 72503-3350
$3,558/year
788 students
56% completion
Median Earnings: $33,706/yr
Yavapai College
Prescott, AZ 86301
$2,838/year
3,732 students
Median Earnings: $39,890/yr
Antelope Valley Community College District
Lancaster, CA 93536-5426
$1,124/year
10,905 students
Median Earnings: $36,526/yr
Rio Hondo College
Whittier, CA 90601-1616
$1,388/year
15,365 students
Median Earnings: $44,950/yr
Connecticut State Community College
New Britain, CT 06051
$5,092/year
32,292 students
19% completion
Median Earnings: $41,344/yr
Rock Valley College
Rockford, IL 61114-5699
$4,274/year
4,362 students
40% completion
Median Earnings: $39,158/yr
Southwestern Illinois College
Belleville, IL Belleville Area College
$3,870/year
5,280 students
37% completion
Median Earnings: $36,884/yr
Lincoln Land Community College
Springfield, IL 62794-9256
$3,672/year
3,917 students
43% completion
Median Earnings: $38,479/yr
Highland Community College
Freeport, IL 61032-9341
$4,696/year
926 students
46% completion
Median Earnings: $37,928/yr
Benjamin Franklin Cummings Institute of Technology
Boston, MA 02116
$18,906/year
412 students
Median Earnings: $57,556/yr
Wayne County Community College District
Detroit, MI 48226
$3,112/year
7,848 students
23% completion
Median Earnings: $29,079/yr
Muskegon Community College
Muskegon, MI 49442-1432
$6,990/year
2,781 students
31% completion
Median Earnings: $36,549/yr
Lansing Community College
Lansing, MI 48933
$4,010/year
7,756 students
23% completion
Median Earnings: $39,206/yr
Lincoln Technical Institute-Iselin
Iselin, NJ 08830
586 students
51% completion
Median Earnings: $31,914/yr
Central Piedmont Community College
Charlotte, NC 28204
$2,792/year
13,640 students
26% completion
Median Earnings: $37,865/yr
Wake Technical Community College
Raleigh, NC 27603-5696
$2,336/year
18,605 students
31% completion
Median Earnings: $41,769/yr
Southwestern Community College
Sylva, NC 28779
$5,806/year
1,304 students
54% completion
Median Earnings: $34,145/yr
Greenville Technical College
Greenville, SC 29606
$5,639/year
8,171 students
Median Earnings: $39,473/yr
Odessa College
Odessa, TX 79764
$2,640/year
4,176 students
Median Earnings: $42,026/yr
Lamar State College-Port Arthur
Port Arthur, TX 77640
$1,770/year
1,455 students
30% completion
Median Earnings: $37,120/yr
Madison Area Technical College
Madison, WI 53704-2599
$4,780/year
9,273 students
Median Earnings: $45,413/yr
Glendale Community College
Glendale, AZ 85302
$2,358/year
10,180 students
Median Earnings: $43,108/yr
Mohave Community College
Kingman, AZ 86409-1238
$2,136/year
2,750 students
30% completion
Median Earnings: $35,522/yr
Coastal Alabama Community College
Bay Minette, AL 36507-2698
$4,980/year
4,714 students
26% completion
Median Earnings: $34,894/yr
Ozarka College
Melbourne, AR 72556-0010
$3,820/year
564 students
44% completion
Median Earnings: $29,314/yr
Shelton State Community College
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405-8522
$5,067/year
3,191 students
21% completion
Median Earnings: $35,014/yr
Bishop State Community College
Mobile, AL 36603-5898
$5,280/year
2,100 students
23% completion
Median Earnings: $29,916/yr
Arkansas State University Mid-South
West Memphis, AR 72301-3829
$3,048/year
435 students
50% completion
Median Earnings: $31,857/yr
Arkansas State University-Beebe
Beebe, AR 72012-1000
$3,216/year
1,902 students
38% completion
Median Earnings: $36,603/yr
Universal Technical Institute-Phoenix
Avondale, AZ 85323
567 students
69% completion
Median Earnings: $48,341/yr
Lawson State Community College
Birmingham, AL 35221-1717
$4,980/year
2,720 students
26% completion
Median Earnings: $31,701/yr
Pima Community College
Tucson, AZ 85709-1275
$2,370/year
13,869 students
21% completion
Median Earnings: $39,810/yr
GateWay Community College
Phoenix, AZ 85034
$2,358/year
3,473 students
Median Earnings: $46,147/yr
National Park College
Hot Springs, AR 71913
$5,600/year
1,706 students
36% completion
Median Earnings: $32,444/yr
John C Calhoun State Community College
Tanner, AL 35671
$5,060/year
6,928 students
41% completion
Median Earnings: $38,192/yr
University of Arkansas Community College-Morrilton
Morrilton, AR 72110
$3,504/year
1,538 students
47% completion
Median Earnings: $34,924/yr

Frequently Asked Questions

What certifications do auto mechanics need?

ASE certifications are the industry standard with areas like engine repair, brakes, and electrical systems. ASE-certified technicians earn 5-15% more.

How long is automotive trade school?

Programs range from 6-month certificates to 2-year associate degrees. Certificate programs focus on specific areas while degrees provide comprehensive training.

Ready to Start Automotive Technology Training?

Contact schools directly to learn more about their automotive technology programs and enrollment requirements.

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