Registration for Students Begins on Monday March 9, 2015

Next Classes begin Monday, March 30, 2015. For more information call 754-321-5700


Automotive Collision Repair & Refinishing

COMPLETE IN 12 MONTHS-FULL TIME!!

NEXT CLASS BEGINS JANUARY 5, 2015

The Automotive Collision Repair and Refinishing program prepares students for employment in the basic trade skills of auto body collision and repair.  It includes refinishing skills, sheet metal repair, frame, and unibody squaring and aligning, use of filters, paint systems, and undercoats, related welding skills, mechanical skills, trim hardware maintenance, and glass servicing.

Content:

Basic Trade Skills Sheet Metal Repair Skills
Mechanical Skills Glass Surfacing
Related Welding Employability Skills
Refinishing Skills Paint Systems & Undercoats
Trim-Hardware Maintenance Use of Filters
Other Miscellaneous Repairs Frame & Unibody Squaring & Aligning

Content Breakdown - 1400 Hours:

 COURSE NUMBER

COURSE TITLE

COURSE LENGTH

APR0210 Paint and Body Helper 250 Hours
APR0213 Paint and Body Assistant 250 Hours
APR0020 Auto Collision Estimator 100 Hours
APR0313 Frame and Body Repairman 150 Hours
APR0127 Automotive Refinishing 325 Hours
APR0240 Automobile Body Repairer 325 Hours

 

Entrance Requirements:

  • Take the Test of Adult Basic Skills (TABE) ($10) and attend orientation.
  • Schedule an appointment for an interview with Mrs. Franzie Williams by calling (754) 321-5732
  • Enroll in ABE/AAAE classes, if necessary (depends on TABE scores).  Can start Auto Collision course and attend remedial classes during same semesters.
  • Complete FAFSA application online, if needed, and contact the Financial Aid Department at (754) 321-5738.
  • Register for the next available Auto Collision course.

Total Program Length:
FULL TIME: 1400 Hours/14 months
PART TIME: 1400 Hours/28 months

Program Schedule:

Full Time Monday-Friday 7:00 am - 1:45 pm
Part Time Monday-Friday

7:00 am - 10:00 am OR 10:45 am - 1:45 pm

Industry Certifications Available:

ASE Certifications in selected areas:
  • B2 - Paint and Refinishing
  • B3 - Non Structural
  • B4 - Structural
  • B5 - Electrical
  • B6 - Estimating & Damage Analysis

Program Accreditations:
NATEF - National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation

Contact Information:
Ms. Franzie Williams, Counselor for Automotive Collision Repair & Refinishing
Phone
(754) 321-5732
[email protected]

Approximate Total Program Cost - Tuition and Fees (Books and Materials are Extra)*:
Florida Resident  $4760.00

*Prices are subject to change without notice.  Florida residents must present two (2) types of ID as proof of residency.