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Anyone whose car or light truck has broken down knows the importance of the jobs of automotive service technicians. The ability to diagnose the source of the problem quickly and accurately (a most valuable skill) requires good reasoning ability and a thorough knowledge of automobiles.

Many technicians consider diagnosing hard-to-find troubles one of their most challenging and satisfying duties.

Learn more about careers available in Auto Mechanics

Programs in Auto Mechanics are offered at Antelope High School, Cibola High School, Kofa High School, Parker High School, and Yuma High School.

Your high school automotive technology program provides you with a solid base for several career paths, depending on your career goals. Talk with your high school vocational instructor for the specific classes you should take to best prepare you for your future.

AWC offers several options for your career path including certificate programs, two-year career degrees, and two-year transfer degrees for students planning to pursue a four-year degree. Some programs you might consider include:

Automotive Technology (Associate of Applied Science)
Automotive Mechanic (Certificate Program)

For more information on the programs at AWC check out their Program Finder

(Salaries taken from the Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2000-01, US Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics.)


Your potential salary:

Auto Mechanics
$10.01 - $17.14
per hour
 
Master Technicians
$70,000-$100,000
per year
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