Auto Body Technology
Program Overview
The associate in science degree and certificate options in auto collision repair at Allan Hancock College will prepare you for a successful career in the auto body and transportation industry.
As a graduate of the auto body technology program, you will have mastered the tools and equipment necessary to repair:
- Collision damage
- Correct structural frame damage
- Prepare vehicle surfaces
- Perform spot and complete paint job repairs
The curriculum at Allan Hancock College addresses emerging technologies to stay competitive in the industry. In just two years you will be trained as an entry level technician with the math, reading, writing, and computer skills needed to succeed in the automotive body and paint repair field.
Why choose to become an auto body technician?
- Excellent opportunities exist for both men and women in collision repair
- The auto body repair technician of today is in high demand
- The need for technical and academic skills has become more important than ever
- Experienced body repairers have excellent job security
- Automotive repair business is not very sensitive to changes in economic conditions
Employment
According to industry statistics, there is a shortage of about 20,000 auto body technicians per year. This means that 200,000 jobs could become available in the next decade and employment is available in nearly every geographic location. National employment estimates for this occupation as reported by the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics show annual salary estimates between $25,075 - 62,973.
Gainful Employment Information
LOCATION
Industrial Technology Department, Building OMarna Lombardi, Administrative Secretary
Phone: 805-922-6966 ext. 3335
mlombardi@hancockcollege.edu
Hours
Fall/Spring:
Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Friday, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
SPOTLIGHT
Yazmin Perez
Administration of Justice Student
"I came to Allan Hancock College with no plan or goal. The friendly staff here helped me see all the opportunities that are available and helped me shape my goals. The administration of justice program inspired me to look at jobs I never thought I would find. My goal now is to transfer to a four-year university."
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