Auto Technician School
Hampton Roads, Virginia

“Formal automotive technician training is the best preparation for these challenging technology-based jobs.” -Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2006-07 Edition

Auto Technician Training Program

If you’ve ever been stranded on the side of the road, you know the importance of a good auto technician. Drivers rely on skilled auto techs to quickly and accurately diagnosis problems with automobiles and trucks, as well as to repair and maintain them. Quite simply, mechanics keep us on the go!

School Purpose and Objective

Now you can join this exciting career field. Tidewater Tech Trades’ Auto Technician Program will prepare you for an entry-level job in auto repair. You’ll learn automotive service standards and requirements. Plus, develop desirable work habits and attitudes, such as efficiency, organization and how to prioritize. You will learn how to use critical thinking to solve complex mechanical and electrical problems. Good auto techs have strong communication and analytical skills, as well as a desire to learn. With additional training auto technicians can become specialized experts—boosting their earning potential and even going on to own their own repair shop!

Course Study Includes:
• Electrical and electronic system diagnosis and repair
• Occupational safety
• Heating and air conditioning system diagnosis, service, and repair
• Brake system diagnosis and repair
• Suspension and steering system diagnosis, service, and repair
• Engine diagnosis and repair
• Automatic and manual transmission diagnosis, service, and repair
• Vehicle Safety Inspection test preparation
• MACS EPA Refrigerant Certification

Get a Job As:
• Automotive technician
• Automotive wholesaler
• Service writer
• Service manager
• Parts counter clerk
• Outside salesman
• Technical representative
• Technical editor
• Repair facility owner

School Accreditation

Tidewater Tech Trades is accredited by the Council of Occupational Education (COE).

Get Started Today!
To begin training as an auto technician in our Hampton Roads school or to get more information please fill out our Student Trade Skills request form or you may call us at 757.858.8324 for faster service! Our vocational school is conveniently located in Norfolk, Virginia. Our instructors strive to bring you an education that is relevant to the automotive industry and to your career.