Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician

Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician is a two- to four-year certificate program at Clover Park Technical College, a public institution in Lakewood, WA. This program is part of the collision repair and refinishing technology field and covers structural repair, panel replacement, surface preparation, painting, and vehicle refinishing using industry-standard tools and techniques.

In the collision repair technology field, certificate programs prepare students for entry-level positions at auto body shops and dealership service centers, with pathways to I-CAR and ASE certification. Clover Park Technical College also offers related programs including Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician, Architectural Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Culinary Arts/Chef Training, Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist, and Computer and Information Systems Security. Students can expect shop-based, hands-on training throughout the program.