Auto Collision Repair & Refinish Technician
Technical Diploma
Degree Completion Time: 2 terms

2008-2009 Program Sheet
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LTC Auto Collision Repair & Refinish Technician students can work on your car. Click here for details.

About the Career
Whether you own an old car in need of restoration or have the misfortune of owning a new car crumpled in an accident, having a highly skilled auto collision technician work on your car is your top priority. If you like working with cars and trucks, enjoy the challenge of fixing things, have an eye for color and details, and have a desire to help people solve problems, a career as an auto collision repair and refinish technician could really pay off for you!

Career Outlook
Trained Auto Collision Repair & Refinish Technicians are in demand throughout the country. In fact, employment for the industry is projected to grow over 40 percent well into the next decade.

Certification and Testing Options
LTC's Auto Collision Repair and Refinish Technician is certified by NATEF (National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation). Students are eligible for I-CAR Welding Certification Testing.

Instructors
Pete Gall

FAQ
Do tools need to be purchased or are they provided?
Tools are required for this program and they need to be purchased by the 10th day of classes. The approximate cost of tools is $800-1200.

Can I work on my own car or project while enrolled?
Yes. The last 30 hours of the program is for student projects.

What are the approximate program costs?
See the LTC Program Costs Brochure.

What's the starting monthly salary for an LTC Auto Collision Repair & Refinish Technician program grad?
For the latest LTC graduate salary information available, click here.

Can I receive financial aid?
On average, more than 90 percent of LTC students who apply for financial aid receive some kind of assistance. In addition, thousands of scholarship dollars are awarded each year by the LTC Foundation, Inc. For more info, visit our
financial aid page.

How do I apply for admission?
Request and complete a student application and mail to LTC at 1290 North Avenue, Cleveland, WI 53015 or print out the application. Or you can apply online.

Testimonials
“I chose a career in auto collision repair because I love cars. I chose LTC for my career training because I knew employers know and respect LTC's Auto Collision Repair & Refinish Technician program. I think the greatest part of being an auto collision repair tech is the feeling of accomplishment I get in seeing the satisfaction of a job well done. Every day is a new challenge.”
–Jarred Velier

“I was always interested in cars and, since my dad is an auto collision repair technician, I grew up with the idea and it seemed to be a challenging and rewarding career. LTC was close to home, and after touring it, I realized it would be a great school to attend. I would recommend LTC to anyone who is interested in a technical field.”
–Kevin Jacky

Want more information?
•Submit your questions online.
•Email info@gotoltc.edu
•Call 1.888.GO TO LTC, Ext. 1109

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