Automotive Collision Repair
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Program Overview
Learn how to restore, refinish, and repair vehicles using professional collision repair tools and techniques.
A working car gets you where you need to go—but a flawless finish turns heads. In Automotive Collision Repair, you’ll learn professional techniques used to restore vehicles after damage, including paint application, refinishing, and non-structural body repair. Train in a full-size body shop while completing hands-on projects aligned with Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) industry standards.
This Program Is Perfect For Students Who:
- Like working with cars
- Enjoy hands-on projects
- Want to learn real-world skills
- Are interested in auto body repair or painting
- Want a career right after high school
“I like the environment here. It feels like actual work experience.”
Schedule
Program Length: 2 Years
Program Instructor: Dustin Smith
| Program Start Date | Program Days | Program Time |
| August 2026 | Monday – Friday | Morning or Afternoon |
Program Courses
Non-Structural Body Repair
Damage Analysis
Paint Preparation & Application
Advanced Welding
Steering & Suspension
Mechanical & Electrical
Custom Paint
Advanced Paint & Refinish
Shop Management
Plastic Repair
High School Credit
8 Elective Credits for Full Program
Student Organizations
SkillsUSA is a partnership of students, teachers and industry working together to ensure America has a skilled workforce. We help each student excel. A nonprofit national education association, SkillsUSA serves middle-school, high-school and college/postsecondary students preparing for careers in trade, technical and skilled service (including health) occupations. To learn more, visit SkillsUSA.org.
Career Data
Our Placement Rate: 58%
Median Hourly Earnings: *$35
Completion/Retention Rate: 73.08%
*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.
Have Questions?
Our Student Services team assists students in finding the right program, and works with counselors at our partner schools to help students apply to Tri County Tech. If you have any questions, contact us today our visit our Student Services team at our main Bartlesville campus.
