This degree program prepares the student for employment in the automotive industry. Graduates of the program achieve competencies set forth by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) and the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) and obtained related education in the fields of leadership, human relations and communication. Credit for hours of training is usually granted to those entering into an approved apprenticeship program and is granted for the certification experience requirement. Green River College's certified Automotive Technology program is a hands-on, self-paced program that can be completed in six quarters. Automotive technicians are specialists in automotive service and repair.