Why This Program
Turn your passion for tinkering under the hood of a vehicle into a full-blown career path in Northampton Community College’s automotive technician training programs. You’ll gain extensive knowledge of automotive repair, maintenance, drivetrains, engine management systems, and the rapidly-evolving electrical systems that support modern vehicles.
Studying full- or part-time at NCC, you can earn an Associate of Applied Sciences (A.A.S.) in Automotive Technology degree or a Specialized Diploma in Automotive Technology. You can also enroll in non-credit career training courses. You’ll prepare for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) exams as well as licensures including PA State Inspection, PA State Emission, and EPA ACT 609 A/C.
What You'll Learn
In NCC’s Automotive Technology training program, you’ll establish a high-level technical understanding of the current developments in the automotive service field, including all ASE-certified automotive service areas. NCC stands out among automotive technician schools for our manufacturer partnerships:
- Automotive Service Education Program (ASEP) in partnership with General Motors
- Mopar CAP Career Automotive Program (MCAP) in partnership with Fiat/Chrysler
- AutomobilesSubaru University (SU) in partnership with Subaru of America
Program Details
Semesters: 5
Credits: 72
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Locations: BethlehemProgram Overview:
Establish a high-level technical understanding of automotive technology and how automotive service develops in this two-year automotive associate degree approved by GM, Chrysler, and Subaru. In addition to classroom learning, you’ll gain hands-on, supervised experience at a sponsoring dealership or automotive service facility. You’ll graduate with a deep knowledge of vehicle service, fuel and emission systems, environmental sustainability within the auto industry, and many more skills essential to excel in an automotive technician career.
Semesters: 2
Credits: 24
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Locations: Bethlehem | Fully OnlineProgram Overview:
If you are ASE Certified (A1–A8 + L1), you can fast-track your automotive associate degree at NCC. You’ll build on your practical knowledge and experience with critical understandings of communication, math, and science that will allow you to advance your career. Your ASE certifications can count towards 44 A.A.S. credits, and you can complete the remaining 24 credits on our Bethlehem, PA campus or fully online. The online program and evening course options give you the flexibility to study while maintaining your schedule and commitments outside of school.
Semesters: 2
Credits: 30
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Master fundamentals like brakes, suspension and alignment, electrical systems, and safety inspections in NCC’s Specialized Diploma in Automotive Technology. You’ll prepare for entry-level automotive technician positions through experiential learning, including a practicum placement of more than 200 contact hours, and you can choose electives that match your areas of interest. Your credits from the specialized diploma can be applied to the Automotive Service Consultant Certificate or A.A.S. degree if you continue your studies at NCC.
Build on your existing skillset or explore a potential new career through NCC’s non-credit career training courses, including AUTNC100 - Enhanced Emission Inspection (EEIC) and AUTNC200 - Inspection Mechanic Training. These career-advancing certificate programs equip you to become a PA state safety inspector or PA state emissions licensor.
