how can I become ASE certified for automotive repairs?

Question

i know that i can sign up for the tests and whatnot...but what do I do about actually becoming educated so that I can take the tests? is there a book that I buy? an online course?

Answer 1

http://www.asecert.org will give you some information.

As stated before, you need to have 2 years experience in what you are wanting certification in. If you want to be a diesel certified mechanic, you have to have 2 years experience in that. If you want to add automotive to that, you have to have 2 years experience in that as well. You want to be ASE service consultant certified too, you have to have 2 years experience in that as well.

You can take the tests and pass them but you will not receive a certificate until you have your 2 years. You can substitute 1 year of hands on training if you have at least 1 year of verifiable schooling.

You can get training guides for most of the test areas. They are available from MOTOR, Mitchell and several other places. They will not be cheap, the A1-A8 test set will cost approx $108.

As far as learning from a book, you can't learn how to do auto repair from a book. The best thing to do would be get into an automotive class at a community college to get a feel for it. Then, you can try to get a job as an apprentice and work up the ranks. The best place to learn how to fix cars is in the field. I have been doing this for 21 years and I still learn stuff everyday.

Answer 2

Whoa there partner! It is not as easy as 'buy a book, or, go online. First, you must have time-in-trade(verifiable too). A.S.E. requires two years, some of which may be schooling. Then you must be able to pass the test, which is no small task. So, get a job in the industry, put in the time, go to a reputable school, study hard, and good luck to you! While you are at it, think of which area you wish to be certified in, in auto/light truck catagory, there are eight sections, there are also sections for alternative fuels, among others. Or, you may elect to go for Master technition, which covers ALL eight. Also, you must recertify every four years. I hope I have not discouraged you, we need as many HONEST, and capable tech's as we can get these days. Good luck!

Answer 3

Find a garage in your area that will take you under their wing,I started out over 20 years ago this way,If you have some basic mechanical apptitude,They will let you start out with oil changes,batteries and the like,as you progress,having worked on several different models of cars,you will gain confidence,and move on to bigger repairs.Ask questions when in doubt!Read car magazines,such as hot rod or car craft,these help you learn the different parts and locations,and what they do.After a few years,ask boss if you can take ASE tests.There are books you can get,and some online courses,but your best bet in the long run will be hands on training.GOOD LUCK!

Answer 4

Universal Technical Institute. There is a campus in Phoenix, AZ, one in Chicago, IL, and more elsewhere. Look it up online and you will find the website - you can apply for gov't funding and student loans thru the school as well.