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TRAIN TO BECOME A COLLISION REPAIR TECHNICIAN AT UTI HOUSTON
Every day, accidents happen on the road, and we rely on trained technicians to fix the damage. If you’re interested in a career working on all types of vehicles, consider becoming a collision repair technician. In less than a year, you can get the training you need right here at the auto body shop school at our Houston campus.1,7
51-54 weeks
Diploma
ABOUT THE HOUSTON COLLISION REPAIR PROGRAM
In the Collision Repair & Refinish Technology (CRRT) program, you can prepare to become a skilled collision repair technician in just 51 to 54 weeks. UTI’s auto body shop school was developed with I-CAR, the provider of collision repair training standards as defined by the industry.
COLLISION REPAIR SKILLS STUDENTS CAN LEARN
Students enrolled at UTI Houston can gain the skills needed to reshape and restore a wide variety of vehicles. They get hands-on training with the tools, equipment and technology used in collision repair centers across the country. Course topics in the program include:
- Exterior panel alignment
- Exterior panel repair
- Exterior panel replacement
- Welding and cutting
- Structural damage analysis
- Structural alignment & replacement
- Introduction to refinishing
- Vehicle preparation for painting
- Finish applications
- Power systems & controls
- Drive train & related systems
- Vehicle undercar and SRS
- Damage analysis
- Custom paint fundamentals
- Custom body fundamentals
WHAT AN EMPLOYER HAS TO SAY ABOUT THE CRRT PROGRAM
Hear from Britton Drown, Service King Collision Repair Center’s communications manager, on the demand for collision repair technicians and how UTI students are prepared to pursue a career in the industry.
COLLISION REPAIR DIPLOMA AND CERTIFICATIONS IN HOUSTON
Before enrolling in a training program, it’s important to research the documentation awarded to graduates. This helps demonstrate a graduate’s skill level and commitment to prospective employers.
At UTI Houston, students who complete the Collision Repair & Refinish Technology or Collision Repair & Refinish Technology + Estimating programs receive a diploma. They also receive I-CAR certifications for:
- Non-Structural Technician Level 1
- Steel Structural Technician Level 1
- Aluminum Structural Technician Level 1
- Refinish Technician Level 2
- Estimating Level 1
Grads who earn the Axalta Refinish Certification also receive Refinish Technician Level 3 status to become Platinum individuals. After their program, some grads choose to test for additional certifications, such as 3M Plastics and Composite Repair Systems or the Chief Velocity Certification.
*Granted only to graduates of the Collision Repair & Refinish Technology + Estimating program.
INDUSTRY-ALIGNED, HANDS-ON TRAINING
As a student in the collision repair program, you can gain the knowledge and skills valued by the industry. In addition to I-CAR, the program was created with five industry-leading brands:
- 3M
- Audatex
- Axalta
- Information Services Inc.
- Chief Automotive Technologies
CAREER OUTLOOK & OPPORTUNITIES
UTI’s auto body shop school in Houston is designed to get you on track toward a role as an entry-level technician. As with any industry, over time, you may be able to advance in your career with experience and hard work. Some common entry-level and advanced collision repair roles include: 77
- Collision repair technician
- Appraiser
- Estimator
- Inspector
Entry-level
- Auto physical damage appraiser
- Non-structural technician
- Steel structural technician
- Shop manager
Advanced
Want more information on potential career paths? Check out our career guide.
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$48,740
ABOUT THE CAMPUS
With attractions like Lake Conroe and NASA’s Johnson Space Center being just a short drive away, UTI Houston can be a great place to complete your training. The campus is also conveniently located near George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
CAMPUS LOCATION
721 Lockhaven Drive
Houston, Texas 77073
M-F | 8am-5pm | Hours
281-443-6262 | Campus
800-834-7308 | Admissions
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