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June 23

AUTO MECHANIC SCHOOL NEAR WESTMINSTER, CA

Auto Mechanic School Near Westminster, Ca

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Are you searching for auto mechanic schools near Westminster, CA? UTI’s Long Beach, CA auto mechanic school can help you develop or sharpen your auto service and repair skills in less than one year!7

AUTOMOTIVE TRAINING NEAR WESTMINSTER, CA

MECHANIC SCHOOL COURSES OFFERED

Our automotive school courses supply students with foundational knowledge employers can build upon. 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
  • Automotive Power/Performance & Emissions Repair
  • Advanced Technology/Hybrid & Service Advising
  • Battery Electric Vehicle Technology

AUTO MECHANIC SCHOOL SPECIALIZED TRAINING

UTI Long Beach offers manufacturer-specific advanced training to auto school students who qualify. Hit the link to learn more

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES NEAR WESTMINSTER, CA

California had the highest number of licensed drivers in the United States in May 2021. The state’s busy roadways call for auto tech skills, so it may come as no surprise that California also boasted the highest employment level of automotive service technicians and mechanics in the U.S. in May 2021.

As far as salary goes, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported the median annual salary for automotive service technicians and mechanics in the United States as $47,770 in May 2023.25 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.

AUTO MECHANIC JOBS NEAR WESTMINSTER, CA

The type of auto mechanic jobs that are open in Westminster, CA, at the time of graduation may differ from the examples provided below as availability is directly linked to demand.

With that in mind, graduates of UTI’s automotive training school often pursue careers in one of the following entry-level roles:

  • Auto techniciansperform basic service and repair to vehicles in auto repair shops or dealerships.
  • Parts associates manage inventory, keep track of warranty issues, and help other employees locate and price parts.
  • Service writers rely on their communication skills and automotive background to create work orders based on a customer’s needs.

Although most of our graduates begin their careers as entry-level technicians or in other entry-level positions, as with any industry, over time you be able to advance in your career with hard work. Learn more about advanced career paths here.77

DIRECTIONS FROM WESTMINSTER, CA, TO UTI LONG BEACH

Getting to our auto mechanic school in Long Beach from Westminster is simple. Schedule a campus tour and then follow these directions to get here:

  1. Get on CA-22 W. (1.1 miles)
    1. Head east on State Rte 39 N/Beach Blvd toward Bach Blvd. (0.8 miles)
    2. Take the ramp onto CA-22 W. (0.3 miles)

  2. Follow CA-22 W and I-405 N to CA-19 N/N Lakewood Blvd in Long Beach. Take Exit 27 from I-405 N. (9.7 miles)
    1. Merge onto CA-22 W. (3.3 miles)
    2. Merge onto I-405 N (6 miles)
    3. Use the right two lanes to take Exit 27 for CA-19 S/Lakewood Blvd toward Long Beach Airport. (0.2 miles)
    4. Keep right at the fork, and follow signs for CA-19 N/Lakewood Blvd N/Long Beach Airport/L.B. City College/Devry University and merge onto CA-19 N/N Lakewood Blvd. (0.2 miles)

  3. Continue on CA-19 N/N Lakewood Blvd. (1.6 miles)
    1. Merge onto CA-19 N/N Lakewood Blvd. (1.3 miles)
    2. Turn left onto E Contant St. (0.2 miles)
    3. Turn right onto Worsham Ave. (213 feet)
    4. Take the next right. (79 feet)
    5. Turn left, and the campus will be to your right. (66 feet)

UTI LONG BEACH CAMPUS LOCATION

4175 East Conant Street

Long Beach, California 90808

M-F | 8am-5pm | Hours

Campus Tours

TU&TH | 10am,2pm,6pm

W | 10am & 2pm

F&SAT | 10am & 1pm

562-541-7000 | Campus

800-834-7308 | Admissions

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OTHER PROGRAMS OFFERED AT UTI LONG BEACH

Diesel Tech Training

UTI’s diesel technician training lasts 45 weeks and teaches students the basics of maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing diesel-powered vehicles/equipment.7 Graduates earn a diploma, and like the automotive school, a portion of the requirements needed to take ASE certification exams.

Collision Repair Training

The 51- to 54-week collision repair school program prepares students to safely restore a variety of damaged vehicles. Graduates earn a diploma, industry-leading I-CAR credentials, and career readiness!1

Welding Training

Our 36-week welding training program offers hands-on courses that teach different welding processes to prepare students for entry-level careers as combination welders.1 Developed with the help of Lincoln Electric, graduates earn a diploma and skillset employers may look for in entry-level welders.

Airframe and Powerplant Training

The 18-month airframe and powerplant training program is designed to help students prepare to become aviation mechanics by teaching them the fundamentals behind troubleshooting and routinely maintaining aircraft.79

STUDENT SERVICES

UTI’s Long Beach recognizes the commitment auto mechanic school requires. That’s why our support services department does everything it can to help students transition in and out of school.

Housing Assistance

Moving to a new city can be intimidating, but you don’t have to face it alone. Our Housing Assistance department collaborates with Collegiate Housing Services to help you find rental terms that work for you.

Career Services

Need help looking for flexible, part-time work that doesn’t interfere with your studies? Contact our Career Services department! They’ll also be there to assist you in looking for potential career opportunities when you graduate.1

Financial Aid

Need help filling out FASFA or looking for scholarships/grants?10 Contact our Financial Aid department!

TAKE THE FIRST STEP TODAY

Still have questions? Request more info, and we can connect you with an Admissions Representative! If you’re ready to get started, fill out an online auto mechanic school application!

1) UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment or salary.2) For program outcome information and other disclosures, visit www.uti.edu/disclosures.7) Some programs may require longer than one year to complete.10) Financial aid, scholarships and grants are available to those who qualify. Awards vary due to specific conditions, criteria and state.18) UTI now offers all of its automotive, diesel, motorcycle and marine technician training in a blended-learning format consisting of online lecture courses along with in-person, hands-on lab training.25) UTI’s Automotive Technology Program prepares graduates for entry-level positions using the provided training, primarily as automotive technicians. Estimated annual salary shown above is for Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics as published in the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ May 2023 Occupational Employment and Wages. Entry-level salaries are lower for UTI graduates. UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment or salary. UTI graduates’ achievements may vary. Individual circumstances and wages depend on economic factors, personal credentials, work experience, industry certifications, the location of the employer, and their compensation programs. Some UTI graduates get jobs within their field of study in positions other than as an automotive technician, such as service writer, smog inspector, and parts associate. Salary information for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts: The average annual entry-level salary for persons employed as Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics (49-3023) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is $36,730 (Massachusetts Labor and Workforce Development, May 2022 data https://lmi.dua.eol.mass.gov/lmi/OccupationalEmploymentAndWageAllIndustries/OEWResult?A=01&GA=000025&OG=493023&Dopt=TEXT) Salary information for North Carolina: The U.S. Department of Labor estimates the hourly median wage for skilled automotive technicians in North Carolina is $22.39 (Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, May 2023 Occupational Employment and Wages, Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics). The Bureau of Labor Statistics does not publish entry-level salary data. However, the 25th and 10th percentile of hourly earnings in North Carolina are $16.63 and $14.06, respectively.77) UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment or salary. UTI prepares graduates for entry-level careers using the provided training. UTI graduates’ achievements may vary. Some UTI graduates get jobs within their field of study in positions other than those listed.79) UTI aviation maintenance programs prepare graduates to apply and test for FAA mechanic certification. Graduates who don’t obtain certification may have fewer career opportunities. Some graduates get jobs in aviation or related industries other than as aviation maintenance technicians. UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment, salary or FAA certification.

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*Registration Fee Waiver will apply to any student who enrolls by July 31, 2025, with a start date between March 31, 2025, and September 25, 2025.

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