Take this program to get a head start in the automotive field!
This two-year half-day program is designed for the student who is serious about working in the automotive industry. One-year seniors will be considered if space is available in the program.
Automotive Technician Trainee; Under Car Specialist; New Car Preparation Technician
The Curriculum, Facility and Instructor are:
National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certified Partners with the Automotive Youth Educational Systems Program
(A-YES) to provide qualified juniors with experiences at participating dealerships and paid summer internships
Certification students can earn:
ASE qualifying exams (after completing a reduced period of work experience in that industry).
Advanced Placement:
Students also qualify for advanced standing through an articulation agreement with:
Montgomery County Community College for 9 credits
Lincoln Technical Institute for three courses
Penn College of Technology
Universal Technical Institute (UTI) for up to 4 UTI Auto Tech courses
With Higher Education:
This program prepares the student for success in such career fields as: automotive service, engineering and design, manufacturer representative, insurance industry damage appraisal and testing, race car development, technical writing, managing and teaching.
Program Benefits
College Post-Secondary Opportunities
Montgomery County Community College
Articulation Agreement for qualified students for up to 9 credits in their Automotive Technology A.A.S. Program
Savings up to $693
Lincoln Technical Institute - Philadelphia
Qualified students who enroll at Lincoln Tech do not have to take up to 3 courses (Brake Systems / Steering & Suspension and Gasoline Engines)
Savings up to $3,384
Penn College of Technology
Advanced Placement - competency assessment evaluation made by our teacher to Penn College of Technology and they assign credit value
Savings from $1,120-$3,360
Universal Technical Institute
Articulation Agreement for qualified students for up to 4 UTI Auto Tech courses
Savings up to $6000
Professional Certifications and Other Benefits
Program and teacher are ASE certified (Automotive Service Excellence)
Qualified students can take the ASE exam after completing a reduced period of work experience in the industry.
PA Auto Safety Inspection
PA Auto Emissions Inspection
This program is partnered with AYES (Automotive Educational Systems Program) to provide qualified juniors with experiences at participating dealerships and paid summer internships.
Externship and Graduate Placement
Paid Externship Employers
Paid externship students need 665 hours, or about a year and a half in their program before being considered for paid externship. They usually work 4 days a week during school time for the employer and come back to EASTERN one day per week to work on any task as yet unfinished or skills needed for the job.
Graduate Placement
Many of our graduates continue their education or begin their employment right out of school. The following is a list of the educational institutions and companies that have placed our graduates:
