Autobody Repair & Refinishing

Renton Technical College ETPL
This program prepares students for a career in automotive collision repair. Students will learn and practice skills in a state-of-the-art facility. The training covers areas such as structural analysis and damage repair, plastics and adhesives, and refinishing.

Financial information

Total tuition

$14,732.00

Total required fees

$0.00

Books and supplies

$0.00

Locations

Renton

Instructional methods

In-person Primary Location

Program details

14 Months

Length of training

Certificate

Award type

72

Credits

N/A

Clock Hours

Additional details

Award name

Certificate of Completion

Prerequisites

No Selection

Other prerequisites

High school diploma or GED. Mechanical aptitude and good eye-to-hand coordination. Counselor and instructor interview. High school level classes in power mechanics or auto mechanics. Valid Washington driver's license.

Program languages

English

Certification/license obtained as part of training program

N/A

Certification/license test preparation provided

N/A

Employment performance results

Program type

Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician

Completion rate

58%

Employment rate

69%

Typical (median) hourly earnings

$22.04

Typical (median) annual earnings

$38,552.00

Top industries for graduates

Program type

Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician

Retail Trade

30%

Other Services

30%

Manufacturing

15%

Healthcare and Social Services

15%

Other Industries

10%

Student characteristics

Enrollment
Number of students completing the program
29
Completion rate
58%
Average number of students who completed each year
10
Gender
Male
90%
Female
10%
Race
American Indian or Alaska Native
0%
Asian
21%
Black or African American
11%
Hispanic
28%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0%
White
32%
Multi-racial
6%
Other
2%
Age
Under 20
22%
20 to 29
56%
30 to 39
14%
40 to 49
8%
50 and over
0%
Prior education
No high school diploma/GED
5%
High school diploma/GED, but no college experience
68%
Some college experience, but no degree
20%
Certificate or AA
5%
BA or higher
2%