Hands-on Career Training in Miramar
Build the skills you need for a career doing something you love at UTI Miramar's trade school.1, 18
Graduate in Less than 1 Year7
Get Help Applying for Financial Aid10
Choose From 5 Training Pathways
Auto & Diesel Training That Moves Your Future Forward
Auto
Vehicle Maintenance
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From tuning engines for power and performance to learning how to service electric vehicles — build hands-on skills for the career you want.
- Automotive engines service and repair
- Professional automotive service advising
- Automotive powertrains and transmissions
- Battery electric vehicle technology
- And more!
- Automotive technician
- Service writer
- Parts associate
- And more!
Diesel
Vehicle Maintenance
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Learn about the technology in today’s most powerful engines and build skills you need to service big rigs, generators, heavy equipment and more.
- Diesel engines service and repair
- Diesel truck brake systems and chassis
- Vehicle electronic systems and technology
- Diesel hydraulic systems
- And more!
- Diesel technician
- Heavy equipment repair technician
- Power generation technician
- Agriculture technician
- And more!
Why Train at UTI?
660+
hours of hands-on automotive training18
$1,700 Snap-on® Tool Credit to help build your toolbox after graduation.19
Relationships with manufacturers of top brands like Ford, BMW and Cummins.
Job search assistance while and after you train.
No prior experience, ACT/SAT or GPA requirements needed to apply.
1:1 time with a success coach.
More Hands-on Training Pathways at UTI Miramar
Explore Ways to Pay
Financial aid helps many qualified students cover the cost of school, and most students use more than one type. You can explore grants, scholarships, loans, tuition reimbursement opportunities, and if you’re a veteran, military benefits.10 Our team will help guide you through each step, so you don’t have to figure it out alone.
$15 Million+ in Scholarships & Grants
available this year to those who qualify. Options are available for many students, including veterans, high school grads and women interested in the trades!
Tuition Reimbursement Incentives
37% of UTI's Auto/Diesel graduates reported receiving employer incentives, such as sign-on bonuses, relocation assistance, tool allowances or some tuition reimbursement, based on a 2025 survey.134
Military & VA Education Benefits20
With dedicated resources for veterans and military service members, we’re here to help. Our Military Support Center can help you navigate your benefits and understand how they may apply to UTI.
Get Help Pursuing the Career You Want
You’ll have support any time you’re ready to look for a job, whether that’s during training or after you graduate. UTI’s Career Services team can help you build a resume, practice interviewing and network with employers who are looking for new talent.1
Job Search Assistance
Get help tailoring your resume to the role you want, talking about your skills with confidence and finding employers looking for the next generation of technicians.
Early Employment Program
If you’re enrolled at UTI, you can apply for paid work experience (20 to 30 hours) with participating employers. They may even offer full-time jobs or tuition reimbursement after graduation.36
On-Campus Interviews
Employers visit our campus to meet students like you, interview them for open positions, and share what they want in a new hire.
Grow Your Skills With Manufacturer-Backed Training
After you finish an automotive or diesel program, you can explore advanced training with major manufacturers. These courses help you dive deeper into brand-specific systems and technology used in real dealerships and shops. They can also help you stand out when you start applying for jobs.
Manufacturer-Specific Advanced Training
Train on brand-aligned curriculum through programs like BMW, Ford, Cummins, Peterbilt and more. These programs can help you learn the exact skills dealerships look for.11
Manufacturer-Paid Options
Some manufacturers cover the cost of advanced training for those who qualify, helping reduce out-of-pocket expenses as you build more specialized skills.15
Manufacturer Credentials
Earn brand-recognized credentials that show employers you’re trained on their systems and ready to work with their vehicles and tools.
Frequently Asked Questions
As an auto or diesel mechanic, you’ll use basic math like fractions and measurements when working on engines and parts. These are skills UTI’s instructors walk you through step by step.
Enrolling at UTI is simple. You’ll just need to be at least 18 years old, or 16 with a guardian to execute enrollment, and have a high school diploma, GED certificate or an equivalent credential. You don’t need prior trade skills, entry exams or a specific high school GPA to get started.
UTI's admissions fees cover a digital multimeter and a laptop for coursework. These are the only items you need to buy. If you already have equipment that meets UTI’s requirements, those fees can be waived. All other tools and shop equipment needed for hands-on training are provided on campus!18
UTI does not directly award ASE certification. However, the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence recognizes UTI’s training as one of the two years of relevant experience needed to test for the certification.
UTI’s automotive and diesel programs are also accredited by the ASE Education Foundation, so you get training aligned with industry standards that employers value!16
Take the First Step Toward Your Career
Start building skills that can help you pursue a life to be proud of. Request more information, and we’ll reach out with a personalized next step.
