Program Overview
Turn damaged vehicles into like-new condition—and build a career doing it.
The Automotive Collision Repair program prepares you for a hands-on career repairing and refinishing vehicles. In this program, you’ll learn how to restore damaged vehicles using professional tools and techniques used in today’s collision repair industry.
Students gain real-world experience in dent repair, paint preparation, refinishing, and damage analysis while working in a shop environment. As you work your way through the Automotive Service Excellence Task List, a curriculum designed to meet national accreditation requirements you’ll build the skills employers are looking for and prepare for entry-level roles in collision repair shops and automotive service centers.
This Program Is Perfect For Students Who:
- Enjoy working with cars or customizing vehicles
- Want a hands-on career instead of a traditional classroom
- Like detailed, precision-based work
- Want to learn a skill they can use right away
- Are interested in the automotive or collision repair industry
“I like the environment here. It feels like actual work experience.”
All Day Schedule
Program Length: 960 Total Hours
Program Instructor: Dustin Smith
| Program Dates | Program Days | Program Times |
| August 2025 – May 2026 | Monday – Friday | 8:15am – 3:15pm |
Program Length: 960 Total Hours
Program Instructor: Dustin Smith
| Program Dates | Program Days | Program Times |
| August 2025 – May 2027 | Monday – Friday | 8:15am – 11:00am |
Program Length: 960 Total Hours
Program Instructor: Dustin Smith
| Program Dates | Program Days | Program Times |
| August 2025 – May 2027 | Monday – Friday | 12:30pm – 3:15pm |
Cost Information
To reserve your seat, the required program down payment must be paid at the time of enrollment.
Complete tuition, fee, and payment details are provided below in the Program Cost Sheet. Students who do not meet payment deadlines may forfeit their reserved seat.
Program Courses
Non-Structural Body Repair
Damage Analysis
Paint Preparation & Application
Advanced Welding
Steering & Suspension
Mechanical & Electrical
Custom Paint
Advanced Paint & Refinish
Shop Management
Career Data
Our Placement Rate: 100%
Median Hourly Earnings: *$21.32
Completion/Retention Rate: 93%
*Information provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data.
Career Opportunities
Paint and Refinish Technician
Automotive Body Technician
Collision Repair Technician
Auto Detailer
Certifications
Automotive Service Excellence Student Certification
Earn College Credit
Get a head start on your future. Many Tri County Tech programs offer the opportunity to earn college credit through our partnership with Oklahoma Wesleyan University.
It’s a simple way to turn your training into college progress—saving you time and money if you choose to continue your education.
Financial Assistance
Don’t let cost hold you back. Financial assistance is available for full-time programs and many of our Adult Career Development (ACD) courses through the Tri County Tech Foundation.
Once accepted, you’ll receive an application with simple instructions to apply
We do not accept funds from FAFSA or PELL.
Have Questions?
Our Student Services team assists potential students in finding the right program, financial assistance, and also works with local businesses in Bartlesville to help students apply to Tri County Tech. If you have any questions, contact us today or visit our Student Services team at our main Bartlesville campus.
