Automotive Service Technology (5463)
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At a Glance
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This PSAV program provides instruction in eight areas of automobile specialization. Student competencies to exit the program for employment are established by the National Automotive Technician Education Foundation (NATEF). |
Employment Opportunities |
Upon completion of this program, you may seek employment as an Automotive Technician, Service Advisor or Parts Counterperson.
Occupational Outlook Handbook
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Job Outlook |
According to Employ Florida for Palm Beach County, the number of Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics employed in Palm Beach Count in 2008 was 3,228. It is projected that in 2016 there will be 3,738. This represents an annual average growth rate of 2.0, equal to 2.0 percent growth rate for all occupations in Palm Beach County.
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Salary Information |
In Palm Beach County, the mean hourly wage in 2008 was $19.22 and the mean annual salary was $39,977.37. According to the Automotive Program Manager at PBCC, experienced technicians can earn in excess of$60,000 per year.
Salaries vary depending on location, skills, experience, position, education, and organization.
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Labor Market Information/Labor Market Services/Occupational Profile/A County/Palm Beach/Auto Service Technician
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| Special Skills or Qualifications Needed |
Mechanical aptitude, analytical ability, manual dexterity, good eyesight and hearing, and moderate physical strength are needed for this occupation. Good interpersonal and communication skills are needed when dealing with customers.
http://www.employflorida.com/Labor Market Information/Occupational Profile/A County/(scroll down to Palm Beach County); type Automotive Service Technician |
| Career Path Notes |
Many programs have transfer agreements with other colleges and universities that allow students to transfer course or program credit into a four-year program. For information on transfer agreements, visit www.pbcc.edu/transfer.xml. |
Career Planning Suggestions for Success |
Thoroughly research the occupation and talk with an Automotive Technician in the field. The PBCC Career Consultants Network may have the name of a person you can contact. Refer to the Career Center information listed below.
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