Automotive Technician Development Training

On average, it takes a Tech 1 year -1.5 years to go from Maintenance + Light Repair Technician (Level 1) to Advanced Skilled Technician (Level 2) with the necessary online courses and certifications. Through this ATDT school, not only will the Technician have accelerated learning, but will also complete the online courses and obtain the necessary certifications. A Technician is not eligible to go to in-person OEM special classroom training until all the online classes are completed and passed. Example: at Ford, the first in-person classroom Special Interest Class a Technician can attend (and obtain Certification) is Electrical. Before the Technician is eligible, he/she must take and pass 30 online classes. The Technician’s rank is dependent on the in-person classroom Special Interest Classes/Certifications. ATDT’s mission is to bridge the gap from Maintenance + Light Repair Technician (Level 1) to Advanced Skilled Technician (Level 2) so that Technicians can obtain the education and certifications at an accelerated pace so they can be eligible for the Special Interest Classes. Today, there is an enormous need for Advanced Skilled Technicians (Main Shop ready). However, the amount of people going the vo-tech route continues to decrease over time. The pipeline is drying up. Accelerated education is vital for the automotive industry. The ATDT curriculum coincides with the online training. Must be employed by a Dealership. Also ASE or MLR accreditation required. Must pass an entrance exam to be accepted into ATDT.