Those interested in a career in auto service can receive training in formal school settings—secondary, postsecondary, and vocational schools; and technical or community colleges, both private and public.
Student Work Experience
There are many ways to gain work experience while you are a student. You may already be involved in one of the following; if not, consider becoming involved in one of these programs. Job Shadowing Program In this program you follow an experienced technician or service writer. The primary objective is to expose you to the “real world,” to see what it takes to be a successful technician or service writer. By job shadowing, you will also become familiar with the total operation of a service department.
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| A career possibility for an experienced technician is that of a trainer for the various manufacturers or instructors for an automotive program. |
Mentoring Program
This program is not the most common program, but it can be one of the most valuable. In a mentoring program, you experience the duties and responsibilities of a technician while you have someone who is successful to use as an expert. Your mentor has agreed to stay in contact with you, to answer questions, and to encourage you. When you have a good mentor,
