Ford Asset

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Program Description

Genuine Ford training, hands-on, in-depth, and around the car knowledge is what you will gain with Ford ASSET (Automotive Student Service Educational Training).

Ford ASSET is a 24-month, six-semester, associate degree training program that provides you with the skills to succeed in the rapidly advancing automotive industry.

By combining classroom training and automotive internship experiences, at a sponsoring dealership, you will benefit from specialized training on Ford vehicles, components, and software. Put your automotive career in gear with Ford ASSET.

Program Information

• Overview
• Accreditation & Affiliations
• Awards & Certifications
• Faculty

Overview

Workforce services for eligible adults are available through this program authorized by Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). Click for more info!

Class Time: Day
Semester: Fall
Campus: Brooklyn Park

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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.

• Internship Requirement: Students must meet the requirements for employment at a Ford dealership prior to progressing into their first semester internship.

Tools Required

The tools for the program are provided for classroom/lab use and tools can be purchased to use at the worksite. Various suppliers provide tools at a discounted price to students enrolled in the program and range between $500-$5000.

Accreditation and Affiliations

The ASE Education Foundation is a non-profit organization that evaluates and accredits entry-level automotive technology education programs against standards developed by the automotive service industry. It also develops career-readiness education for students which fuse local partnerships, rigorous standard-based education, workplace experience, and mentorship together.

Industry Partners

Ford/Lincoln dealers who are active participants in the Ford ASSET program are welcome to serve on this committee. This committee is comprised of a cross section of service personnel including: dealer principals, technicians, students, Ford Motor Company representatives and Hennepin Technical College personnel. Our main purpose is to provide valuable input for program improvements and growth to prepare students for success on the job.

Award Name	Award Type	Location	Planning Guide	WIOA
Automotive Technology (Ford ASSET)	AAS	Brooklyn Park	PDF	Yes
Maintenance Light Repair	Certificate	Brooklyn Park	PDF	Yes

Some of the General Education requirements have changed and are not reflected in the current catalog. Please schedule an appointment with your program advisor to see how this might affect you.

Drew Goddard
Phone: 763-488-2443
Email: Drew.Goddard@HennepinTech.edu

Brian Friede
Phone: 763-488-2464
Email: Brian.Friede@HennepinTech.edu