General Automotive Repair

Bellingham Technical College ETPL
Choose this program to prepare for a rewarding career as an automotive service technician or mechanic. Occupational choices are extensive in this specialized field; you could work as an automatic transmission, brake, engine performance, or electrical specialist. If you're looking for a program that provides a wide range of high-demand skills you'll use with employers such as automotive dealerships, auto rental companies, federal and local government repair shops, and fleet maintenance businesses, then check out Automotive at BTC! The entry point for the Automotive Technology program is fall quarter. You must have a valid drivers license and be insurable to enroll in this associate degree and certificate program.
Visit the program website BTC Outreach Outreach, Advising, & Counseling Outreach, Advising, & Counseling (360) 752-8345 ext. outreach@btc.edu

Financial information

Total tuition

$9,900.00

Total required fees

$0.00

Books and supplies

$0.00

Locations

Bellingham, Online

Instructional methods

In-person Primary Location, Online, E-learning, or Distance Learning

Is this program offered on evenings and weekends?

No

Program details

9 Months

Length of training

Certificate

Award type

63

Credits

N/A

Clock Hours

Additional details

Award name

Certificate

Education Prerequisites

No Selection

Prerequisite courses and other requirements

Admissions application and assessment in Reading, Math, and Writing is required. Your placement will determine where you begin your course sequence. Contact Admissions at 360.752.8345 or at admissions@btc.edu for assistance with academic planning. Additional Requirements Prior to enrolling in program classes, during the mandatory GET Started appointment, students will be required to present and attest the following to the Outreach, Advising, and Counseling Department: Present your valid driver’s license; Attest that you presented a valid driver’s license to your program advisor and that you will notify your program faculty immediately if your driver’s license is suspended OR restricted for any reason. Important Program Notes: While it is not required to have a clean driving record to enter the program, some employers and internship providers in this field may only hire applicants who have a clean driving record; All General Education courses must be completed prior to the beginning of the 2nd year of the program.

Is this program approved to train veterans?

Yes

Program languages

English

Certification/license obtained as part of training program

Certification/license test preparation provided

Employment performance results

Program type

Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician

Completion rate

83%

Employment rate

71%

Typical (median) hourly earnings

$21.37

Typical (median) annual earnings

$41,025.00

Top industries for graduates

Program type

Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician

Retail Trade

38%

Other Services

38%

Other Industries

16%

Wholesale Trade

8%

Student characteristics

Enrollment
Number of students completing the program
52
Completion rate
83%
Average number of students who completed each year
17
Gender
Male
89%
Female
11%
Race
American Indian or Alaska Native
0%
Asian
2%
Black or African American
3%
Hispanic
19%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0%
White
71%
Multi-racial
3%
Other
2%
Age
Under 20
16%
20 to 29
73%
30 to 39
8%
40 to 49
3%
50 and over
0%
Prior education
No high school diploma/GED
20%
High school diploma/GED, but no college experience
60%
Some college experience, but no degree
20%
Certificate or AA
0%
BA or higher
0%