Automotive Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology
Improve the appearance and functionality of vehicles by becoming an Automotive Collision Repair specialist. Austin Community College’s training program gives you real experience repairing and modifying almost anything with wheels. Upon completion, you’ll be ready to take the I-CAR welding test.
Pride Points
Fast-track options
I-CAR Platinum Designation
Scholarships available
Career & Salary Information
Graduates of this program find work at auto body shops, auto dealerships, parts retailers, insurance agencies, and elsewhere. Here are a couple of careers to consider.
Click each title to learn more about important career information such as employment rates, and average salary in our region.
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Automotive Body and Related Repairers
Repair and refinish automotive vehicle bodies and straighten vehicle frames.
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Automotive Glass Installers and Repairers
Replace or repair broken windshields and window glass in motor vehicles.
Hourly Wage: $
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Painters, Transportation Equipment
Operate or tend painting machines to paint surfaces of transportation equipment, such as automobiles, buses, trucks, trains, boats, and airplanes. Includes painters in auto body repair facilities.
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Choose the Award Path That’s Right for You
ACC offers stackable credentials. Certificates prepare you for a career change or career advancement and often include credits that count toward associate degrees. Associate degrees further increase your employability and help you build a strong foundation for university transfer. Learn more.
Explore awards and follow the program maps below to stay on track.