Auto Technician Program
LOOKING TO REPAIR YOUR CAREER PATH?
SUNY Corning Community College offers a certificate program in Automotive Technology. It was developed with regional employers who need to hire qualified automotive technicians. Students who successfully complete the program are ready to enter the workforce immediately, with skills and competencies required to safely service vehicles and work in the automotive repair center environment at an entry level position.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
This 711-hour program (approximately 30 weeks) features a combination of class, hands-on labs, and internships at area employers and is in alignment with ASE Maintenance & Light Repair standards. It offers instruction in:
- Basic vehicle service
- Brakes
- Steering/suspension
- Electrical, multimeters, lab scopes
- Scan tools, code diagnosis
- Electric and hybrid vehicle safety, service, and high voltage batteries
Graduates leave our program having passed the following: Snap on Battery, Multimeter, TPMS, Scan Tool, and tire balancer certifications. Other opportunities include NYSI license, ASE G1, ASE HV safety, SP/2 safety training, and OEM level dealership training available through Subaru and others. Students also complete internship experiences and tours of area automotive repair centers.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
To be considered for the program, students must: have a high school diploma or GED; have a valid drivers license; attend an information session/interview; and commit to attending all program sessions (daily attendance is mandatory for this program).
Next Training - Currently FULL!!!
Please Register Below to be Placed on the "Waiting List" for Fall 2026 Class
Please note this is an IN-PERSON class only
Current Training In Process - Sequence starting
September 2nd, 2025 - April 24th, 2026
Please note: This is a 33 Week Training
(2 weeks Holiday Break from 12/22/25 - 1/2/26)
Training Schedule
Introduction to Automotive Services:
Weeks 1 - 8
Tuesday - Friday, 8am - 3pm
Automotive Chassis Systems and NYSI:
Weeks 9 - 15
Tuesday - Friday, 8am - 3pm
***OFF Weeks 16 & 17 For Holiday Break***
Automotive Engine Controls and HVAC Systems:
Weeks 18 - 25
Tuesday - Friday, 8am - 3pm
Automotive: Hybrid and Electric Vehicles:
Weeks 26 - 33
Tuesday - Friday, 8am - 3pm
Training Location:
Corning Community College Airport Corporate Park
Auto Lab
360 Daniel Zenker Drive
Horseheads, NY 14845
Cancellations with less than 3 days notice or failure to attend (No Shows) the first day of class will not qualify for a refund or reduction of charges.
Students may cancel 3 days or more prior to the day of class and receive a full refund. We solidify dates with instructors 3 days prior to the start of the class (or reschedule/cancel) and it is dependent upon enrollment. Cancellations with less than 3 days notice can not be refunded). Notification maybe done by phone to the Office of Workforce Education (607-936-5501) or email to ilearn@corning-cc.edu
Email ilearn@corning-cc.edu or call 607-936-5501 for more information on upcoming dates or opportunities for your corporate training needs!
Businesses in Chemung, Schuyler and Steuben interested in seeking funding to send promising leaders from their organizations to this training should contact CSS Workforce NY at 607-937-8337.
SUNY Corning Community College is committed to ensuring equal access to students with disabilities. If you believe that you will need accommodations while taking this course, please contact Accessibility Services by phone 607-962-9262 or email Accessibility@corning-cc.edu to begin the process of requesting accommodations. We strive to coordinate accommodations in a timely manner, but some accommodations may not be available when you need them if you do not give timely notice.
Jason Kellogg - Instructor
Jason is our Director of Automotive Technology with over 7 years of experience in higher education, 22 years of automotive experience, and is a current ASE Master and GM World Class Technician. Jason is responsible for the Automotive Certificate Program at our Corning Community College Airport Corporate Park location focused on hybrid and electric vehicles, along with the support of area dealerships and service centers. Jason is also an Assistant Professor who will be teaching the majority of the automotive classes within this program.
Wendy McGee - Success Coach
Meet Wendy McGee our Success Coach for our Automotive Technology Program bringing with her over 20+ years of experience in Education and most recently as the Admissions Recruiter for the Adult Learner population here at SUNY CCC. Wendy works closely with the community in identifying the needs within the Automotive Industry. Wendy recruits students who have a passion for auto, working closely with them to ensure successful internships with the ultimate goal of finding gainful employment at dealerships and service centers.