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Collision Repair

Training Program

Credential(s) Offered

Industry certification, Employment, Measurable Skill Gain Leading to a Credential, Measurable Skill Gain Leading to Employment

Method of Delivery

In Person

When offered

Daytime Hours

Instructional Program (CIP)

Mechanics and Repairers, General. 470000

Description

1. Course Objective:


Description: The Collision Repair program prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills in collision repair shop operations, materials handling, and safety practices. Students will be introduced to basic operations in many areas of the collision repair industry, focusing on entry-level position skills. Students will gain a basic understanding of safety practices, tool and equipment usage, maintenance, basic repair processes and procedures, damage assessment, metal repair, structural realignment, welding techniques, paint preparation, painting, and detailing. Students will also experience structural and plastic repair techniques. In addition, students will gain knowledge of the mechanical and electrical components of late-model automobiles and experience a well-balanced mix of classroom lectures, lab, and shop activities for hands-on, real-life practice.


Competencies to be achieved: The EVIT Collision Repair program teaches students the art of auto body restoration, painting and technology. Our program is a balanced mix of classroom instruction and gaining experience through our on-site shop. Learn the repair skills needed to work in this ever-evolving field.


In this five-month program you'll learn:


collision shop operations



  • safety practices

  • tool and equipment usage

  • basic repair processes

  • damage assessment

  • welding techniques

  • painting and detailing


2. Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student, including testing, licensure): $6825 See page 54 of EVIT Course Catalog for Collision Repair Tuition


3. Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition):



  • Auto Collision Repair (Goodheart Wilcox)

  • Collisions Repair Workbook


4. Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition):


None-structural consumables, plastic welding consumables, welding consumables, metal fab consumables, refinishing consumables, masking and prepping consumables Paint respirator, Safety glasses; DPS Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance card, Uniform, ASE Certifications, and Collisions Repair Workbook


5. WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:


Name: Tiffany Lambert- Lawrence


Email: tlawrence@evit.edu


Phone number: 480-461-4156


6. Direct Website link to the program: https://www.evit.edu/career-training/programs/collision-repair-training


7. Additional information:



  • Background check requirements for school/licensing: Yes, Any Student over the age of 22 must pass a DPS Level 1 Background Check

  • Background check requirements/restrictions for working in the occupation: No background check required are not required. However an employer may request one. 

  • Other requirements needed: $205 Estimated Out-of-Pocket Fees Include: Paint respirator, Safety
    glasses; DPS Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance card, Uniform, ASE
    Certifications, and Collisions Repair Workbook

  • Prerequisites: Proficiency in Basic Reading and Math


 


8. Credentials: (The following questions must be answered along with a supporting explanation for each)




  • Industry Recognized: (Developed and offered by, or endorsed by a nationally recognized industry association or organization representing a sizeable portion of the industry sector) Yes or No: Yes

    • Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization: ASE- is a nationally recognized organization across the USA




  • Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials) Yes or No: Yes


  • Career Pathway: Automotive Painter, Collision Repair Technician, Damage Appraiser


  • Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies) Yes or No (Explain): Yes


  • Accredited Curriculum: (This is referring to the course being accredited, not the test or school) Yes or No: Yes



9. Credential Attainment Rate: Percentage of students in the last 24 months who obtained a postsecondary credential, or secondary school diploma or its recognized equivalent, during participation or within one year after exit from the training program. 63%%

Details

Hours

360

Entrance Requirements

Combination of Education and Course(s)

School

East Valley Institute of Technology

WIOA Approved Program

Yes

Curriculum Competency Based

Yes

Training Location(s)

1601 W Main Street., Mesa, Arizona

Local WIB

7 - ARIZONA@WORK - Maricopa County

Name of Credential

Collison Repair

Type of financial aid offered or have access to

  • VA Education Benefits
  • Tribal Funding for eligible students
  • Scholarships
  • Interest-free payment plans are available

For any financial assistance questions, please reach out to our Financial Aid Office at adultfinancialaid@evit.edu or visit the EVIT Financial Aid Website

Refund Policy

See Evit course catalog for the refund policy Pgs 24-25

Evit Course Catalog SY 25-26

Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?

Yes - Commission of the Council on Occupational Education

Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?

Yes

Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?

No

Cost Items

In-State Tuition

$5,690.00 Cost of Course Delivery

Other Fees

$205.00 $30 Paint respirator, $20 Safety glasses; $70 DPS Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance card, $100 Uniform, ASE Certifications and Collision Repair Workbook.

Out-of-State/District Tuition

$5,690.00 Cost of Course Delivery

Supplies/Materials/Hand Tools (not included in tuition)

$930.00 Consumable Classroom Supplies; Student ID Badge; ASE Certifications; OSHA 10; iCAR Certifications

Total In-State Program Cost

$6,825.00

Total Out-of-State Program Cost

$6,825.00

Demand Occupation(s)

49-3021.00Automotive Body and Related Repairers
$23.78 per hour
Required Certification: ASE/I-Car Intro to Collision Repair, ASE NonStruct

Provider Status

Approved

Address

1601 W Main Street., Mesa, Arizona 85201

Phone Number

(480) 461-4156

Fax Number

(480) 461-4089

Web Address

https://www.evit.edu/career-training/programs/collision-repair-training

Last Updated

Sep 15, 2025

Created

Jul 09, 2025

Renewal

Sep 15, 2026

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