Automotive Service Technician

Instructional Program (CIP)

Description

1. Course Objective: Description: (from catalog)

The Automotive Service Technology (AST) diploma program is designed to prepare the student for an entry-level career in the automotive service industry. Classes combine theory with practical application of hands-on job skills. All AST courses include the use of hand and specialty tools and emphasize equipment and shop safety procedures. *Students should be prepared to sit for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) exams and the EPA 609 A/C Technician certification test. 

The AST diploma program is intended for persons with a high school diploma, GED, or recognized equivalent who desire a career inspecting, diagnosing, servicing, and repairing vehicles in an automotive environment.

The AST diploma graduate may be qualified for entry-level employment in specialized or general automotive service positions. As an entry-level automotive technician, the AST graduate will be working with both computerized and conventional systems.

2. Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure):

$27,210 (Tuition = $23,237.50 / Program Fee = $3,932.50 / Registration Fee = $40)

WIOA students may be eligible for grants and scholarships.

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

AUTO150A   Engine Repair and Basic Electrical                            Electude

AUTO250A   Brakes, Suspension, and Steering                             Electude

AUTO350A   Heating, A/C, & Associated Electrical Systems      Electude

AUTO450A   Manual and Automatic Transmissions                     Electude

AUTO550A   Engine Performance                                                     Electude

4. Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition): AST students receive uniforms and a student tool kit
The equipment provided for instructional purposes is comparable to that found in the               industry for which the student is being trained.  The Automotive Service Technology                program utilizes common and specialty hand tools associated with the trade as well as a           tire changer, wheel balancer, alignment machines, engine and vehicle diagnostic          equipment, brake lathe, automotive lifts, engine hoists, and a service information                database.

5. WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:

Name: Renee Arellano

Email: rarellano@aai.edu

Phone number: (480) 389-2258 x 212258

6. Direct Website link to the program:

https://www.aai.edu/programs/automotive-service-technician-2/

7. Additional information:

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  • Background check requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation:
  
  
  
  

All students applying for admission are required to undergo a background check. The campus uses an unaffiliated service provider to perform these background checks. The campus may deny admission to a prospective student based on the results of his/her background check, or may deny enrollment into certain programs based on those results. The campus may also dismiss an enrolled student as a result of a criminal conviction during the student’s course of study. Certain programs offered by the campus require students to successfully complete externship, practicum or clinical coursework at unaffiliated sites. Before accepting students, certain sites require background checks of their own. A student who cannot be placed at a site for any reason, including a background check result unsatisfactory to that site, may be unable to finish the program’s required coursework and, therefore, may be unable to graduate. Employers in many fields also require pre- employment background checks of their own. Background check results unsatisfactory to employers in a particular field may limit a student’s employment opportunities even if that student has graduated from a program in that field offered by the campus.

• Other requirements needed:

Arizona Automotive Institute admits, as students, applicants having an acceptable high school diploma, a General Educational Development (GED), or a recognized equivalent. Prior to starting classes, applicants will be required to submit proof of high school graduation or a recognized equivalency certificate (GED) to the school by providing the school with one of the following:

• A copy of their high school diploma


• A transcript confirming high school graduation


• A GED certificate or GED transcript reflecting passing scores


• Other equivalent documentation

8. Refund Policy (provide a summary if Refund policy is not listed on school website):

An applicant who provides written notice of cancellation within three days (excluding Saturday, Sunday and federal and state holidays) of signing an enrollment agreement is entitled to a refund of all monies paid. No later than 30 days of receiving the notice of cancellation, the school shall provide the 100% refund.

1. Refund computations will be based on scheduled clock hours of class attendance through the date of determination. Suspensions, legal holidays, and scheduled breaks will not be counted as part of a scheduled class.


2. The date of determination for refund purposes is the earliest date following:
   
   
   
   1. Written notice, signed and dated by the student, is received by the school, and
   
   
   2. The date that a student has been terminated by the school, and
   
   
   3. On the 11th day after a student has missed ten consecutive school days.
   
   
   
   


3. If tuition is collected in advance of entrance, and if, after the expiration of three-day cancellation privilege, the student does not enter school, not more than $100.00 shall be retained.


4. Refunds will be provided for a student who withdraws from or is terminated by the school under the following guidelines.

An applicant who provides written notice of cancellation within three days (excluding Saturday, Sunday and federal and state holidays) of signing an enrollment agreement is entitled to a refund of all monies paid. No later than 30 days of receiving the notice of cancellation, the school shall provide the 100% refund.

1. Refund computations will be based on scheduled clock hours of class attendance through the date of determination. Suspensions, legal holidays, and scheduled breaks will not be counted as part of a scheduled class.


2. The date of determination for refund purposes is the earliest date following:
   
   
   
   1. Written notice, signed and dated by the student, is received by the school, and
   
   
   2. The date that a student has been terminated by the school, and
   
   
   3. On the 11th day after a student has missed ten consecutive school days.
   
   
   
   


3. If tuition is collected in advance of entrance, and if, after the expiration of three‐day cancellation privilege, the student does not enter school, not more than $100.00 shall be retained.


4. Refunds will be provided for a student who withdraws from or is terminated by the school under the following guidelines.
   
   
   
   1. Before commencement of the program, a 100% refund of tuition charges, less $100.00.
   
   
   2. If 10% or less of the total clock hours has been completed, a refund of at least 90% of the tuition charges for the total clock hours.
   
   
   3. If more than 10% but less than or equal to 20% of the total clock hours has been completed, a refund of at least 80% of the tuition charges for the total clock hours.
   
   
   4. If more than 20% but less than or equal to 30% of the total clock hours has been completed, a refund of at least 70% of the tuition charges for the total clock hours.
   
   
   5. If more than 30% but less than or equal to 40% of the total clock hours has been completed, a refund of at least 60% of the tuition charges for the total clock hours.
   
   
   6. If more than 40% but less than or equal to 50% of the total clock hours has been completed, a refund of at least 50% of the tuition charges for the total clock hours.
   
   
   7. If more than 50% of the total clock hours have been completed, no refund will be provided.
   
   
   
   


5. All textbooks, tools, equipment, supplies, uniforms and other miscellaneous items are issued as needed throughout the program and are included in tuition.


6. A 100% refund of all monies paid will be made by the school if the enrollee is not accepted for training.


7. In case of prolonged illness or accident, death in the family, or other circumstances that make it impractical to complete the program, the school shall make a settlement that is reasonable and fair to both parties.


8. Information regarding third party agency (e.g., Veteran's Administration, WIA, etc.) refund or return of funds policies is available in the Financial Aid Office.


9. Refunds will be issued within 30 days of the date of determination or in the case of a student not returning from LOA, within 30 days of the date the student was scheduled to return from the LOA and did not return. Refund of Title IV funds shall be issued in accordance with the Return of Title IV Funds Policy. 

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

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    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:

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence: EPA 609

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

Yes

Career Pathway:

The AST diploma graduate may be qualified for entry-level employment in specialized or general automotive service positions. As an entry-level automotive technician, the AST graduate will be working with both computerized and conventional systems.

Students can add additional ASE credentials as they obtained field experience

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

Yes: The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence: EPA 609 credentials are portable

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

No

Accrediting Agency and link to website:

10. 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.

71%

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