Find accredited Automotive training programs near you
$50,620
Avg. Salary
5.0%
Job Growth
6-24 months
Program Length
478
Schools Listed
Automotive technicians diagnose, repair, and maintain vehicles. Modern programs include training on hybrid and electric vehicles alongside traditional combustion engines.
Automotive Technician programs typically take 6-24 months to complete and combine classroom instruction with hands-on training using industry-standard tools and equipment. Graduates enter the workforce earning an average of $50,620 per year, with experienced professionals earning significantly more.
Earning certifications like ASE Certification and Manufacturer Certifications can increase your employability and qualify you for higher-paying positions. Many Automotive training programs include certification prep as part of the curriculum.
$50,620
National median salary
5.0%
10-year job growth
6-24 months
Typical training length
The demand for skilled automotive technicians continues to grow as experienced workers retire and new infrastructure projects create additional opportunities. Trade school graduates often start working immediately after completing their training, with many programs offering job placement assistance and connections to local employers.
79 New Montgomery St., San Francisco, CA 94105
$30,736
Varies
View Details β5700 Southern Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23462
$14,568
15 months (diploma) / 18 months (associate)
View Details β5150 S. Decatur Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89118
$22,800
14 months
View Details β3405 Highway 231 South, Ozark, AL 36360
$10,150
18-24 months
View Details β1247 Jimmie Kerr Road, Graham, NC 27253
$5,056
2 years
View Details β843 4th Street, Kotzebue, AK 99752
$8,217
9 months
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National figures for automotive service technicians and mechanics from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025). The 90th percentile is a better guide to what the trade can pay than the median, which describes the middle of the field.
$50,620
Median pay
$81,790
Top 10% earn above
$34,660
Lowest 10% earn below
704,640
Employed nationally
Employment is projected to grow 5% over 2025-2035, with about 66,200 openings a year from growth and retirements combined. The typical way in is postsecondary nondegree award, followed by short-term on-the-job training.