Automotive Services

This comprehensive 950-hour Automotive Service Program can be completed in four quarters (one year) and is designed to prepare students for entry level employment in the automotive service industry.  Taught by an ASE Certified Master Instructor, the program combines hands-on individual and group instruction to develop the technical skills needed to diagnose, maintain, and repair modern vehicles.  Students will gain practical experience working on both personal and customer vehicles while building confidence in a professional shop environment.

Students are required to wear black spill resistant/oil resistant shoes and will receive a personal tool set at the beginning of the program to support their training.

Admission Requirements

  • Recommended assessment in reading

Program Schedule & Course Topics

1st Quarter (August 13, 2026 - October 16, 2026)

  • Heating & Air Conditioning
  • Automotive Transmission/Transaxle (Automatic)

2nd Quarter (October 19, 2026 - January 8, 2027)

  • Manual Drive Train & Axles
  • Engine Repair

3rd Quarter (January 11, 2027 - March 14, 2027)

  • Electrical Systems
  • Engine Performance

4th Quarter (March 22, 2027 - May 28, 2027)

  • Suspension & Steering
  • Brake Systems

Summer Session (June 1, 2027 - June 30, 2027)

  • ASE Certification Review

Program:

  • Complete the program in 4 quarters
  • Program covers 8 ASE certification areas.
  • Registration Fee:  $1,548.75.00 per quarter.  Fees are paid quarterly and include books, uniform and supplies
  • Schedule:  Monday through Friday, 3:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Student Accident Insurance

BPACE Student Accident Insurance is required for all students enrolled in Career Technical Education (CTE) programs that include a clinical component and other programs with safety requirements.

  • Annual Insurance Fee:  $15.00
  • Coverage period:  July through June
  • The fee must be paid each year of enrollment.

Total Estimated Program Cost:  $1,548.75 (includes books, uniforms and supplies)

Class Location

Baldwin Park Adult and Community Education / Baldwin Park High school Extension Campus

3900 N. Puente Ave.

Baldwin Park, CA 91706

(Located on Badillo St.)

Financial Aid:

Financial Aid services are available.  A Federal Pell Grant, unlike a loan, does not have to be repaid.  Federal Pell Grants usually are awarded only to undergraduate students who have not earned a bachelor’s or professional degree.  Grants start from $740.00 to $7,395.00 and students are able to apply online (click this link to go to our Financial Aid Section).

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Wage range per hour $22.96 - $29.85
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