Collision Repair & Refinish Technology

Jump-start your career into one of the hottest industries in the market!

From fender-benders to traffic collisions, car accidents happen and the need to repair them will never stop. Plus, there are many who dream of restoring their car to its original glory. You can be a part of this exciting, hands-on career to learn how to repair and restore vehicles.

Award Types

Certificate in Collision Repair & Refinish Technology
Diploma in Collision Repair & Refinish Technology

About the Program

Program Objectives

Develop in each student safe, clean work habits, attitudes, and skills.
Provide an opportunity to learn by doing under conditions similar to those in an auto body shop.
Develop habits of good customer relations.
Train students in metalwork, painting, front-end alignment, framework, and other related activities.
Develop knowledge of correct shop techniques and equipment usage.

Curriculum

Collision Repair & Refinish Technology, AAS

Collision Repair & Refinish Technology, Automotive Paint and Refinish Certificate

Collision Repair & Refinish Technology, Non-Structural Collision Repair Certificate

Collision Repair & Refinish Technology, Structural Collision Repair Certificate

Career Opportunities

WNCC’s Collision Repair & Refinish Tech program will help you master the skills necessary to enter a career in auto body repair, restoration, and refinish. You may choose to pursue a position with an established auto body repair company, dealership, automotive manufacturer, or local small business. You may even choose to start your own small business. In this program, you will develop the expertise necessary for any of these options.

This is a physical, hands-on occupation where you will stand most of the day to take apart and replace car parts, work with hazardous materials and solvents, and use heavy tools and instruments to get the job completed. This is a career where you will constantly be learning about different car manufacturers’ structures and systems in order to effectively repair and refinish them. You will need patience, persistence, and a passion for working with cars. With this you will have a successful, stable, and lucrative career you will enjoy.

For more information on any of these career options, contact Career Pathways & Advising at pathways@wncc.edu .

Program Contact Information