Auto Body Collision Technology

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Auto Body Collision Technology program overview

Auto body repair and refinishing technicians are skilled professionals who diagnose and repair vehicles damaged as a result of collisions, corrosion and wear. At HTC, you'll learn about Auto Body Collision Technology from instructors who have real-world experience meeting industry standards. With a combination of classroom education and hands-on training repairing cars, you'll be prepared to work in auto body repair shops and dealerships. You'll know how to estimate auto repair work on damaged vehicles. You'll learn to use power and hand tools to repair or replace body parts, and you'll complete painting work using cutting edge technology. For skills and confidence as an auto body technician, count on HTC training.

Program information

Class Time: Day and Evening
Semester: Fall or Spring Semester
Campus: Brooklyn Park Campus and Eden Prairie Campus
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Skills required

If you're ready to Get Started, you can begin the admissions process now. If you have questions, contact Enrollment Services for helpful information.

job Outlook

Today, over 50 percent of auto body technicians are over 50 years of age. As they prepare to retire, technicians are needed on an ongoing basis.

Possible job titles include:

Auto Body Repair Technician, Auto Body Refinish Technician, Detailer, Collision Repair Technician, Estimator and Paint Technician.

Employment Outlook Disclosures:

Awards and Certifications

*Certificates that are less than 16 credits are not eligible for Federal Financial Aid

Faculty

Ron Furchner
763-488-2523
Ron.Furchner@hennepintech.edu

Tom Phillips
763-488-2473
Thomas.Phillips@hennepintech.edu
Mike Netzinger
952-995-1563
Mike.Netzinger@hennepintech.edu
Mike Janovsky
952-995-1571
Michael.Janovsky@hennepintech.edu

Industry partners

HTC has a respected advisory committee comprised of individuals involved with and working in the collision repair industry. Their input keeps the program up-to-date on the latest trends and technology so HTC graduates have the skills employers require.

Get Started in 5 Steps!

Step 1:
Apply for Admission

New students may submit their high school transcript or GED certificate to Enrollment Services.
Transfer students from previously attended non-Minnesota State system colleges should submit their college transcript(s).
Visiting students can register for courses online without submitting a college application.

You may be charged a $20 application fee that should be paid online when submitting the application.

Step 2:
Paying for College

Financial aid is available for students who qualify. Access to grants, loans, scholarships, and/or work-study begins by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Please apply early to allow time for processing.
Students must have a high school diploma, GED, or its equivalent, and declare an eligible major, in order to receive Federal Title IV financial aid funds.
Hennepin Technical College's FAFSA School Code is 010491.

Step 3:
Complete Placement Testing
Schedule your ACCUPLACER placement testing appointment.
You may be exempt from some or all of your placement tests under certain conditions.

Step 4:
Complete New Student Orientation
Once your placement testing requirements have been met, you are ready for New Student Orientation.

Step 5:
Register for Classes
When you have completed the steps above, you are ready to register for classes

Accreditation and Affiliations

Hennepin Technical College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. In 2003, HTC became a member of the HLC Academic Quality Improvement Program.

NATEF (ASE)
I-CAR
AASP
Sherwin Williams

Articulations

An articulation agreement between HTC and Minnesota State University Moorhead will facilitate credit transfer of HTC’s Auto Body Technician A.A.S. degree or diploma toward an Operations Management B.S. degree at Moorhead.