Auto Mechanic School Near Orange, CA: Learn Auto Repair Skills

Auto Mechanic School Near Orange, CA

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Just 22 miles from Orange, CA, UTI’s auto mechanic training program prepares students to pursue entry-level roles within the industry in less than one year.⁷

For 51 weeks, students participate in a blended-learning model where they spend half their time learning online and the other half applying what they’ve learned in state-of-the-industry labs. Our learning model closely resembles the type of ongoing training technicians encounter in the field, further preparing graduates for the industry.⁷

After completing the program, graduates receive an Associate of Occupational Studies degree. They can also substitute their training for one of the two years of hands-on experience required to test for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification!

Students learn to repair various types of automobiles through comprehensive courses that were developed as a direct response to industry leaders’ feedback so that graduates can develop in-demand, relevant skills. Course topics include:

Automotive Engines Service & Repair
Professional Automotive Service Writing
Automotive Powertrains & Transmissions
Vehicle Steering and Suspension Service and Repair

Vehicle Brake Systems
Vehicle Electronic Systems and Technology
Automotive Climate Control Systems and Repair
Roush Yates Performance Tuning

Automotive mechanic skills are in demand across the nation, and Southern California’s busy roadways can make it an exciting region to pursue the career path.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), California had the highest employment level of automotive service technicians and mechanics in the United States in May 2021.

When it comes to salary, the BLS reported that the median annual salary for automotive service technicians and mechanics in the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA area was $59,770 in May 2022.²⁵ This means half of the 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.

Our automotive training program prepares students for entry-level roles as automotive technicians, service writers, smog inspectors and parts associates. Although most of our grads start out working as entry-level technicians or in other entry-level roles, as with any industry, over time, you may be able to advance in your career with hard work.

Some common roles that experienced technicians may be able to advance into include shop owner, fleet technician, service manager or diagnostic technician.⁷⁷

While these entry-level and advanced roles are good paths to aim for, their availability in Orange, CA, may vary. However, UTI Long Beach is staffed with skilled career service specialists that maintain contact with employers across the country. They can help graduates and alumni look for potential career or advancement opportunities that match their level of experience.

Learn more about all the possibilities an automotive mechanic career path holds by visiting our career guide page!

DIRECTIONS FROM ORANGE, CA TO UTI LONG BEACH

Getting to our Auto Mechanic School from Orange is simple! Once you’re ready to visit us, follow these steps:

Get on the CA-22 W/Garden Grove Fwy from W Chapman Ave and S Batavia St. (1.1 miles)

Follow CA-22 W/Garden Grove Fwy and I-405 N to CA-19 N/N Lakewood Blvd in Long Beach. Take Exit 27 from I-405 N. (17.3 miles)

Continue on CA-19 N/N Lakewood Blvd. (1.6 miles)

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Airframe and Powerplant School

The 18-month airframe and powerplant school (coming to UTI Long Beach pending FAA approval) is designed to prepare students for exciting entry-level technician careers where they could help ensure aircraft take off and land safely.⁷⁹ Throughout the program, students learn to maintain and troubleshoot various aircraft components and receive a diploma of completion at the end!

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Career Services

Automotive school can be demanding. If you’re worried about how you’ll cover your living expenses, reach out to our Career Services department. They can assist you in looking for flexible, part-time work that fits your school schedule.¹

Financial Aid

Worried about automotive school tuition? Reach out to our Financial Aid department. They work with eligible students to find and apply for scholarships, grants and other funding.¹⁰

Start preparing for your career goals at UTI! Our supportive instructors, industry-aligned automotive courses and support services team can help you reach them. Here are a few ways you can get started:

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