Students will graduate with industry certifications, such as I-Car, ASE, Mitchells, Audatex, CCC One, and Chief Training. The program is certified by the National Automotive Teacher Education Foundation (NATEF) and uses Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) curriculum. Students will receive the latest repair technique training and have the ability to gain I-CAR certifications. Jobs are waiting for you to complete your training!
64 Credits to Graduate
The collision repair technology degree provides students with education on the best practices in surface preparation, nonstructural repair, welding, refinishing, color matching, detailing, blending, structural damage analysis, repair and replacement, advanced vehicle systems diagnostics and repair, and plastic/composite repair.
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The collision repair program has a short certificate available for students looking for advanced skills leading to direct employment in different industries within the collision repair industry. This certificate can stack into an associate degree.
32 Credits to Graduate
Identify and repair electrical systems, nonstructural and structural damage, paint damage, HVAC system damage, drivetrain damage, and damage to safety and restraint systems.
"The skills I have been taught have a direct correlation to what goes on in the industry."
"UVU doesn't lie about being the best. The skills and knowledge of the professors is very vast. When looking to go to school I wanted to choose a place where the professors had passion and the desire to teach. I found that here at UVU. The skills I have been taught have a direct correlation to what goes on in the industry today. Having an intimate classroom/lab really provides a way to ask the instructor for any help and suggestions you might need. Facilities here are state of the art, everything is here to help you grow. Makes it very easy to learn and get things done! I can't say enough about how my time here has been wonderful, I would recommend coming to UVU any day of the week to anyone. Truly a great environment to learn and grow as a person."
Isaac Maedgen, Collision Repair Program
"Learning by doing is what sets us apart."
"UVU's collision repair program provides the students with multiple engaged learning activities that teach the essential skills necessary for successful industry employment. The program is nationally recognized as a premier training center as we consistently place as one of the top in the nation in the SkillsUSA Nationals Competition. This can be attributed to the drive and passion of the instructors and the technology and equipment that is available at UVU. Learning by doing is what sets us apart and will better prepare you for a successful career in collision repair."
