Program Length: 1,400 Hours
Program Objective:
The objective of the Automotive Collision Technology Technician program is to provide quality educational training designed to meet the current and future needs of the automotive collision industry.
The content includes but is not limited to basic trade skills; refinishing skills; sheetmetal repair skills; frame and unibody squaring and aligning; use of fillers; paint systems and undercoats; related welding skills; related mechanical skills; trim-hardware maintenance; glass servicing; and other miscellaneous repairs. The course content should also include training in communication, leadership, human relations and employability skills; and safe, efficient work practices.
- Metal Straightening and Aligning
- Applied Body Shell Alignment Equipment
- Body Preparation/Filling and Plastic Welding
- Techniques of Welding/Brazing
- Frame Alignment
- Shop Management
- Basic Auto Mechanics
- Refinishing Techniques
- Students must be at least 16 years old and not attending high school
- Application Interview by a guidance counselor
- Fees for supplies and textbooks are required
The average length of this program is 1400 hours (approximately 16 months) for adults attending full- time. Actual time is dependent upon enrollment status (full-time/part-time) and the length of the time the student requires to achieve competencies. This program contains several occupational completion points designed to prepare students for various entry level jobs within this occupational area.
| OCP | COURSE | HOURS |
|---|---|---|
| OCP A | Automotive Collision Repair and Refinishing Helper/Assistant | 150 Hours |
| OCP B | Automotive Collision Refinishing Technician | 450 Hours |
| OCP C | Non-Structural Damage Repair Technician | 300 Hours |
| OCP D | Damage Analysis and Estimating | 75 Hours |
| OCP E | Automotive Collision Welding, Cutting and Joining | 75 Hours |
| OCP F | Structural Damage Repair Technician | 350 Hours |
| Total Hours: 1,400 |
Employment Opportunities
Auto Body Repair Technician, Automotive Glass and Door Service Technician, Interior Trim and Upholstery Technician, Automotive Frame Technician, Front End Alignment Specialist, Auto Refinishing Technician, Insurance Estimator or Adjustor, Automotive Shop Foreman/Manager/Owner, Auto Salvage Distributor.
Employment Requirements
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Employers prefer that automotive body repair technicians complete a program at a postsecondary institution.
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Industry certification, Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) is usually required once the person is employed.
Salary
The average wage for this career in Florida is $23.99 hourly or $49,890 annually.
- In-state residents—$2.56 per hour (Subject to change)
- Out of state resident—$10.25 per hour (Subject to change)
- $20.00 application fee
- Material fee—Varies by program
- Identification Card fee—$5.00 per trimester
- Students must purchase books/kits and/or uniforms, if applicable.
Monday-Friday 7:20 am—1:00 pm
