LOGISTICS AND CONSTRUCTION
Collision Repair Technician
Accidents happen. And that could mean career opportunities for you in Collision Repair Technology.
Salary Range Potential:
$55,000+ /YEAR
Education Required:
Community College or Technical Degree
Skills Needed:
Mechanical Application, Mathematics, Physics, Attention to Detail
Types of Employers:
Construction, Manufacturing, Energy
Job Description
There are more than 260 million vehicles of all sizes on the road today in America alone.
Many of those will be involved in collisions, and that translates into a demand for trained professionals in Collision Repair Technology.
If you’re good at working with your hands and not afraid of technical challenges, this could be the career path for you. Collision Repair Technicians work wonders on damaged vehicles, both commercial and industrial, making them look and drive like new. Because of the complexity of today’s vehicles, a high level of skill is required in modern paint and body shops. Technicians use a wide variety of tools to perform repairs, including computers and high-tech equipment.
Training Opportunities
This program is designed to provide you with the latest in practical, hands-on coursework driven by current industry standards. This means that what you learn in the collision lab is what you'll use in the repair shops in your hometown and across the nation. Students in our programs work on "live" jobs, cars and trucks that need to be repaired. We are located on the Senatobia campus.
Pre-requisites required:Applicants must apply for Northwest admission and also be accepted. Program admittance is competitive due to the large number of students interested in the program. Passing a drug screen and obtaining the necessary tools are required for program admissions. Program admission is only in the fall semester.
Length of Program:10 Months
Summary of Program Requirements:Applicants must apply for Northwest admission and also be accepted. Program admittance is competitive due to the large number of students interested in the program. Passing a drug screen and obtaining the necessary tools are required for program admissions. Program admission is only in the fall semester.
Skills NeededMechanical, Customer Service, Public Safety and Security, Problem Solving, Operation and Control of Equipment