This Certificate in general automotive service is designed to serve as a fast track option for entering the automotive workforce by obtaining entry level employability skills. It is designed to provide the starting technician with the knowledge required to safely and ethically work in the automotive field as defined by local employers. It will prepare the student to pass Michigan State Certification exams in Engines, Brakes, Steering and Suspension, and Air Conditioning as well as MACS (Mobile Air Conditioning Society) certification for refrigerant handling. It also provides the option of becoming ASE General Service Technician certified upon program completion.
For students wishing to continue their education, requirements for this certificate also fulfill the first two semesters of both the automotive drivability systems AAS and automotive undercar systems AAS programs.
Quick Facts
Type
Sub-Associate Certificate or Credential Program
Length
1 year if full-time
Format
In-person
Location
Located outside of the city of Kalamazoo
Career Field(s)
Next Start Date
09/03/2025
Next deadline
04/24/2025
Am I Eligible For This Program
Who might this program serve uniquely well?
Promise Scholars
Eligibility Requirements
Prerequisite Coursework, Certification, or Experience
Participants must have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Acceptable Forms of Verification: High School diploma, GED, or equivalent
Placement Test
Participants must take placement test(s) to enroll and may be placed on a particular track within the program based on score(s).
Acceptable Forms of Verification: ACT or SAT Scores, take a Placement Test at KVCC, or completed a college level course in English and/or math with a "C" or better.
Prerequisite Coursework, Certification, or Experience
Participants must have completed a course or series of courses at the college level.
Acceptable Forms of Verification: Transcript stating that you completed the prerequisite for the course you are enrolling in.
What documents will I need?
High School diploma, GED, or equivalent
ACT or SAT Scores, take a Placement Test at KVCC, or completed a college level course in English and/or math with a "C" or better.
Transcript stating that you completed the prerequisite for the course you are enrolling in.
How Much Will I Earn Or Spend
Program Financial Information
Tuition and Fees (Without Financial Aid)
Tuition is $124 per contact hour plus a $163 student fee per semester. For an updated cost of tuition and fees, please view https://www.kvcc.edu/tuition/
Cost of Books and Supplies (Without Financial Aid)
Cost of books and supplies can be looked-up at https://bookstore.kvcc.edu/home
Qualification for Financial Aid
Application
Financial Aid
Promise Eligible
Tuition Incentive Program
Pell Grants
Paid Program?
no
Program Free?
no
Where Is This Program Located
Address
6767 West O Avenue
Kalamazoo,, MI 49009
Location Information
Location Type
Main Provider Address
Neighborhood
Located outside of the city of Kalamazoo
What Other Resources Does This Program Offer
None
What Could This Training Lead To?
Credentials
Industry-Recognized Certificate or Certification
other General Automotive Certificate
Job Titles
49-3023.00 - Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics
When And How Can I Start?
Application Instructions
Complete an online KVCC application. Be sure to identify your program of interest or select undecided if you are unsure at this time. You will receive an acceptance letter within one week. You can look through the New Student Enrollment Checklist for more details about enrollment at KVCC.
Admissions
Rolling Admissions? no
Contact
Mark Dunneback
Dean of Instruction - Business & Technical Career
dunneback@kvcc.edu