This is a certificate option for students interested in Spokane Community College's Automotive Technician program. It is a total of four quarters or one year. Students will complete 14 credits the first quarter of the two year Automotive Technician degree and three additional quarters of choice. Each quarter covers specific topics and skills in the automotive industry. The Automotive Technology program prepares students for employment in many areas of the automotive field including dealerships, independent garages, fleet shops, service stations and specialty shops which cover areas such as tune-ups and brakes. Students may enter the program only in the first quarter. The one-year certificate requires completion of any three quarters of the automotive technology program and the four related classes identified in footnote 1 of the Automotive Technology AAS degree. This flexible schedule also enables students to receive short-term certificates while pursuing their degree. Students must complete all courses with a 2.0 grade or better before advancing to subsequent quarters.The one-year certificate requires completion of any three quarters of the automotive technology program and the four related classes identified in footnote 1. This flexible schedule also enables students to receive short-term certificates while pursuing their degree. 55-68 credits are required for the certificate.