Autobody/Collision Repair
Do you consider yourself an artisan of automobiles and have a passion for fixing things? If so, consider our Collision Repair/Auto Body program. You will receive hands-on experiences to prepare you to start a career in the automotive collision repair industry quickly. Learn about metal and plastic repair, welding, vehicle disassembly, reassembly and refinishing, and industry terminology.
If you’re ready to pursue a career as a collision repair technician, make it happen today!
Students at any Maricopa Community College may need to complete courses at more than one of our colleges.
Students at any Maricopa Community College may need to complete courses at more than one of our colleges.
| Collision Repair Technician (Day) |
Instructor Meet and Greet
Join us in-person every Tuesday from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Central City for a chance to meet with the instructors and learn more about the program!
• Check-in at the Central City Welcome Center when you arrive.
• Please arrive early. Arrival more than 5 minutes late will result in not being permitted to attend.
• Sessions are not held when GateWay is closed for a holiday.
Please click here to pre-register
Collision Repair/Auto Body is considered a non-credit, clock hour program, which is a training program that provides skills for quick entry into the workforce. It has specific year-round start dates, and you attend classes four days a week, Monday-Thursday. All students will work to complete the Inter-Industry Conference Auto Collision Repair certification exam before the end of the program. I-CAR is an international organization dedicated to the training in collision repair. The certification helps you be more marketable when applying for jobs. You complete a total of 14 tests to get certified. All tests are taken online and at the student's convenience.
Virtual Information Session
Enrollment Services: (602) 238-4350
Enrollment Information Sessions: Tuesdays, from 4 to 5 p.m.
Program Location
Program Cost Estimate
Certificate of Competency in Collision Repair Technician: $6,082 | 624 hours/8 months
Disclaimer
Students must earn a grade of ‘P’ or ‘C’ or better (depending on the course grading scale) for all courses required within the program.
Weekly hour requirements vary by program. Students should meet with a navigator to discuss these requirements further. Actual completion times may vary. A separate $15 Registration Fee will be charged per academic year.
View MCCCD’s official curriculum documentation for additional details regarding the requirements of this award.
At Maricopa, we strive to provide accurate and current information about our degree and certificate offerings. Due to the dynamic nature of the curriculum process, course and program information is subject to change. As a result, the course list associated with this degree or certificate on this site does not represent a contract nor guarantee course availability. If you are interested in pursuing this degree or certificate, let's meet with an advisor to discuss the requirements at your college for the appropriate catalog year.