What does it take to become a "ASE" certified mechanic in the States?

Question

In Canada to become an automotive service technician, one has to complete a four-year apprenticeship of 9,000 hours, college classes and a passing grade of 70% or higher on the final exam. Is it similar?

What I'm taking from this is that there is no aprenticeship required?

How is none of that required by State governments? That's insane.

Perhaps I should change the question. What does it take to work on vehicles in the States?

Answer 1

it is not required by the GOVERNMENT to complete any sort of apprenticeship.
However, most shops will not hire someone for full pay unless they either have substantial training or documented experience.
Unions provide excellent opportunities for training. Most community colleges offer training.
To become ASE certified in any category from A-1 through A-8, L-1, T-1 through T-8, L-2 etc, one must sign up for and pass the exams for the category that interests you. It is the same all over. Tests are proctored twice per year.

http://www.ase.com/

Answer 2

Ase Test Fees

Answer 3

To be ASE certified only requires that you pass one of many ASE tests.
There are categories in which passing all of the tests gives one a "Master" certification. A-Auto / T-truck (T-1 >>T-8) = a Master in Truck, etc. (Although they dropped the T-8 requirement this month for a Master rating).

None of this is required by the government.

I'm taking my car to Canada for work!

Answer 4

RE:
What does it take to become a "ASE" certified mechanic in the States?
In Canada to become an automotive service technician, one has to complete a four-year apprenticeship of 9,000 hours, college classes and a passing grade of 70% or higher on the final exam. Is it similar?

Answer 5

Fast Facts about ASE Tests

ASE conducts its tests four times a year. Each May and November paper/pencil testing takes place at over 700 testing sites. For a listing of all tests and test series, click here. Professionals register in advance before the exams. During registration periods, you may click here to register. The Registration Fee is $32 per technician; the tests cost $26 each. Advanced level test fees are $52 per test. Payment must be included at the time of registration.

Computer-Based testing is offered in the winter and summer at about 200 test sites nationwide. CBT offers scheduled appointments and instant test results. The registration fee for CBT is $70 per technician and regular tests cost $37 each. Advanced level tests fees are $74 per test. For more information on CBT, click here.

Many employers pay the fees outright; some may reimburse their employees once they become certified. Test Registration Booklets, available from the ASE office and online, as well as from other industry sources, explain testing procedures and policies in detail and contain sample questions.

ASE also offers link Catalogs of Tests upon request or for downloading. These catalogs contain detailed test specifications and task lists, more sample questions, and a listing of study materials available through the industry.

The tests consist of multiple-choice questions developed by knowledgeable people working in the industry, including ASE-certified professionals. The questions are down-to-earth; they cover on-the-job diagnostic and repair procedures. They are not theoretical; they do not cover "book-knowledge." Testing sessions run 4 hours, allowing ample time to complete several exams.

Answer 6

It's just a certificate program here mixed with experience. There are schools that do nothing but focus on training for this. No college required. Some schools require some prior experience before enrolling so they aren't spending time teaching you the basics.

Answer 7

get a ase study guide or a course then find out when a test is then take the test

Answer 8

2 years experience, eight test to become master light automotive tech. You must score 70% or better on the tests. You can get a certificate for every test you pass. A/C, electrical, etc.

Answer 9

Take classes at ITT technical Institute. You can get that degree in like 14 months! Good luck!

Answer 10

Listen to Daniel E. He has the ONLY right answer