Auto Repair School | Car Mechanic School In Kansas

What does an Auto Service Technician do?

Washburn Tech is so much more than what we traditionally call “a car mechanic school” in Kansas. Today’s auto service technician knows the sophisticated technology behind each vehicle, and stays current as new technologies emerge. They diagnose, adjust, repair or overhaul all types of vehicles. Our newly remodeled automotive lab prepares you for these challenges and puts your career on the road to success.

Career Forecast Stable OutlookAverage Salary $47,555 on campus

Learning at Washburn Tech

The program prepares you with the knowledge and skills to repair, service and maintain all types of vehicles. Unlike auto repair schools in the past, Washburn Tech provides training that uses high tech diagnostic and repair tools on a fleet of late model vehicles in a new, cutting-edge facility. Instruction includes basic theory and familiarization of automotive components, engine repair and performance, steering and suspension, automatic and manual transmission, brakes and electricity/electronics. The program is nationally certified and includes both classroom and hands-on learning. Tools and tool boxes are provided by Washburn Tech. Attending full-time, you can complete the program in two semesters, while part-time and high school students can finish in four semesters. Upon completion, you will earn a 52-credit-hour technical certificate and be eligible to complete an associate degree or more advanced degrees at Washburn University.

CERTIFICATIONS: ASE Brakes; ASE Engine Performance, ASE Electric/Electronic Systems, ASE Suspension & Steering, ASE Automatic Transmissions/Transaxle, ASE Manual Drive Train, ASE Engine Repair, ASE Heating & Air

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For dual-credit high school students submission of an application, official partial transcript, and consent to enroll form are required. Adult students must complete an application and submit an official copy of all transcripts. Please see an admissions counselor for details.

CERTIFICATIONS: Auto Technology Certification, ASE, SP/2 Safety and Pollution Prevention, MACS 609, Snap-on EEDM 515-Multimeter, Snap-on Verus Diagnostic, OSHA 10

Or continue to earn an associate's degree at Washburn University.

Upon completing the certification, you'll be eligible to earn an associate degree from Washburn University.

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After completing the Associate degree, you will be eligible to earn a Bachelor of Applied Science at Washburn University.

Associate programs at Washburn

Jobs and Salaries

CAREER FORECAST: stable outlook

Employment projections are better for technicians who have an automotive technician education, as provided by colleges such as Washburn Tech. The data below refers to surveyed wages and average annual job openings in the state of Kansas due to growth and net replacement. SOURCE: klic.dol.ks.gov

Experienced Salary

$55,048

(2022)

Projected Job Openings

215

(annually)

Projected Job Growth

0%

(2020-2030)

Morning

LENGTH
2 years

PROGRAM BEGINS
Every January and August

SCHEDULE
MON - FRI; 8-11:10am

Afternoon

LENGTH
2 years

PROGRAM BEGINS
Every January and August

SCHEDULE
MON - FRI; 11:45am-2:55pm

Full-day

LENGTH
1 year

PROGRAM BEGINS
Every January and August

SCHEDULE
MON - FRI; 8am-2:55pm

Program Cost

Financial Aid is available to those who qualify, and have a high school diploma or GED. To set-up an appointment with a financial aid counselor, call 785.670.3360.

High School Students

Adult Students

Auto Repair Request

Our Automotive Technology instructors and students will consider servicing your car or light truck if it is no more than ten years old. Areas of repair, that are covered in our curriculum, include: brakes, heating and air conditioning, engine cooling, chassis and accessory electrical, alignment and suspension, engine performance as well as emissions and mechanical diagnosis. All work is by appointment only and on a limited basis. Complete and submit a request form. We will notify you if your vehicle is selected.