Careers UTI’s Automotive Mechanic School Can Help You Prepare For
Entry-Level
Roles UTI grads are prepared for:77
- Automotive technician
- Service writer
- Quick service technician
Advanced
Roles you may be able to pursue in time with hard work and experience:
- Service manager
- Master technician
- Fleet technician
- Drivability technician
- Diagnostic technician
- Heavy line technician
- Shop owner
Automotive Technology Program Overview
51 weeks
6 programs
$1,700 value
Mechanic ASE Certification Training
UTI's Automotive Technician training program is accredited by the ASE Education Foundation, a division of the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).16
Graduates of the program are well prepared to complete ASE examinations and can substitute their training for one year of the two years of experience required to test to become ASE certified.
How Much Is Auto Mechanic School at UTI?
Each campus provides a detailed cost breakdown outlining tuition and estimated living expenses so you can review your total cost before any financial aid you may qualify for.10 Our Financial Aid team is available to help you review your options and plan accordingly.
Jobs UTI Auto Mechanic Students Landed After Graduation
See where training took them.6
Madison Conrad is living her dream after taking NASCAR courses at UTI Mooresville.
Working his way up as a Munday Chevrolet apprentice.
From Hawaii to Arizona, EJ Maltezo gains the confidence to be a Toyota tech.
Specialized Automotive Technician Training
Go beyond the basics. At UTI, you can train on vehicles from leading manufacturers in the industry.11 Programs designed with these industry leaders mimic the real-world workflows of each brand.
UTI Auto Mechanic School Locations
Automotive technician training is offered at UTI campuses across the country. Whether you live a few miles away or in a different state, we have a school for you.
VA benefits may not be available at all locations.
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The skills and knowledge gained at Universal Technical Institute’s mechanic school can help prepare students for careers. Be proactive about your future and learn more today.
Request InfoFrequently Asked Questions
Yes! UTI’s Automotive program is designed to be completed in just 51 weeks.7 View our auto mechanic course topic list here.
UTI graduates have the skills and knowledge needed to take the exams required to earn ASE certifications. Plus, graduates can substitute their training for one of the two years of experience required to become ASE certified. Learn more about becoming ASE certified here.
The median annual salary for automotive service technicians and mechanics in the United States was $49,670 in May 2024,25 according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). This means half of automotive technicians earned more and half earned less. Keep in mind that salary depends on several factors, including experience, employer, demand and cost of living in the area. Learn more by visiting our auto mechanic salary guide.
Yes! Our campus in Mooresville is the exclusive educational provider for NASCAR-endorsed training.116 Learn more about our NASCAR-endorsed training program here.