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Graduates of the Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology program earn multiple I-CAR (Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair) certifications and are qualified for entry-level employment in
- Automotive dealerships
- Independent repair shops
- Or through self-employment, as collision repair and refinishing technicians
What to Expect:
Course Work
Graduates of the Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology program earn multiple I-CAR (Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair) certifications and are qualified for entry-level employment in
- Automotive dealerships
- Independent repair shops
- Or through self-employment, as collision repair and refinishing technicians
Career Paths
Our dedicated faculty advisors help place all of our graduates with quality companies upon graduation.
Many Collision Repairers and Insurers contact our leadership team throughout the year to look for talent.
The opportunity for a rewarding, high paying career in the Collision Repair field starts at FTCC.
Fact Sheet for Collision Repair & Refinishing Technology’s Associate, Diploma & Certificate Programs
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Associate Degree
Collision Repair & Refinishing Technology (A60130)
Program Length: 5 Semesters
Prerequisite: High School Diploma & Placement Test Equivalent
Award: Associate in Applied Science
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Diploma
Collision Repair & Refinishing Technology Diploma (D60130D1)
Program Length: 3 Semester
Prerequisite: High School Diploma & Placement Test Equivalent
Award: Diploma
Certificates
Basic Collision Repair & Refinishing Technology Certificate (C60130C5)
Program Length: 1 Semester
Prerequisite: High School Diploma & Placement Test Equivalent
Award: Certificate
Estimating Certificate (C60130C2)
Program Length: 2 Semesters
Prerequisite: High School Diploma & Placement Test Equivalent
Award: Certificate
Non-Structural & Refinishing Certificate (C60130C3)
Program Length: 3 Semesters
Prerequisite: High School Diploma & Placement Test Equivalent
Award: Certificate
Structural Certificate (C60130C4)
Program Length: 2 Semesters
Prerequisite: High School Diploma & Placement Test Equivalent
Award: Certificate
High School Connections
Basic Collision Repair & Refinishing Technology Certificate (C60130H1)
Program Length: 2 Semesters
Prerequisite: Placement Test Equivalent
Award: Certificate
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The Collision Repair & Refinishing Technology program is designed to meet the educational requirements for the PPG certifications in North Carolina. Please see the disclosure chart for information regarding PPG certifications in other states.
The Collision Repair & Refinishing Technology program is designed to meet the educational requirements for the I-CAR certifications in North Carolina. Please see the disclosure chart for information regarding I-CAR certifications in other states.
Continuing Education
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Automotive Restoration & Panel Repair Training
This course is designed to provide training for the hobbyist or DIY individuals interested in methods, techniques and tools used for restoring older vehicles and fabricating repair panels to repair rusted body parts. Training will include the use of state-of-the-art equipment used by the automotive collision industry in repair of damaged and rusted body parts as well as historical methods of repair used to restore older vehicles. This course sill cover instruction in the areas of methods of repairs, usage of tools and materials of the trade. Practical exercises will support and reinforce lecture topics. The student will learn to repair panels using the proper methods and techniques as well as determining whether to repair or replace a panel based on the extent of damage. No refinishing will be done in this class.
