What is Collision Repair Technology?
This artistic program provides intensive instruction in the refinishing and restoration of automotive vehicle bodies, interiors, and frames. Students master skills in taking a damaged or aged automobile often one of life s most expensive investments and recreate it into a beautiful piece of art that is as safe to drive as it is appealing to the eye. You learn about materials used in colors and chemicals of paints, welding and cutting, filler compounds, design and installation of trim, cost estimating, and preparation for finish work. Students gain exposure to the latest technology and applications needed for collision repair, including use of such materials as fiberglass, plastic, aluminum welding, and water-based materials.
What are my career choices?
Persons trained in collision repair are employed in new and used car dealerships, independent and franchised repair facilities, and by operating their own business.
Credential Available at SKYCTC
| Collision Repair Helper Certificate: 14 Total credit hours | Requirements |
| Automotive Painter Helper Certificate: 14 TOTAL CREDIT HOURS | Requirements |
| Automotive Painter Certificate: 38 TOTAL CREDIT HOURS | Requirements |
| Collision Repairer Certificate: 50 Total Credit Hours | Requirements |
| Collision Repair Technician Diploma: 57-60 Total Credit Hours | Requirements |
| General Occupational Technician Associate Degree: 66-69 Total Credit Hours | Requirements |
Program Accreditation Information
The Automotive Technology program at SKYCTC is accredited by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF), and students have the opportunity to take tests leading to certification by ASE, the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence.
Admission Requirements
This program has no special admission requirements.
Length of Program
You can earn an Associate in Applied Science degree in two years if you maintain full-time status.
Institutional Accreditation
Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees. Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical College also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
Note: The Commission is to be contacted only if there is evidence that appears to support an institution's significant non-compliance with a requirement or standard.
