Wisconsin Automotive
& Truck Education
Association
     

 

  

DRIVING THE TRAINING THAT KEEPS YOU RUNNING!   
 

 

 

Training

The "grease monkey" image of a mechanic is fast becoming an outdated stereotype.  That might be how mechanics looked in the "good old days," but today ever increasing technology and computerization requires automotive technicians and all others in the automotive and truck industry to be skilled, knowledgeable workers with expertise in their given area--and their work areas are amazingly grease-free, as well!  

While mechanical aptitude is still a valuable skill, specialized training in the field is a must if you are to excel in this industry.     
 
 

 

Train for a Career in the Automotive and Truck Industry at one of Wisconsin's Technical Colleges

Most of Wisconsin's Technical Colleges offer one or more automotive or truck-related programs.  (Many also have scholarships available to help you pay for your education.)

Blackhawk Technical College,
Janesville, Wisconsin

Chippewa Valley Technical College,
Eau Claire, Wisconsin

Fox Valley Technical College,
Appleton, Wisconsin

Gateway Technical College,
Elkhorn, Kenosha & Racine, Wisconsin

Lakeshore Technical College,
Cleveland, Wisconsin

Madison Area Technical College,
Madison, Wisconsin

Mid-State Technical College,
Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin

Milwaukee Area Technical College,
Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Moraine Park Technical College,
Fond du Lac, Wisconsin

Nicolet Area Technical College,
Rhinelander, Wisconsin

Northcentral Technical College,
Wausau, Wisconsin

Northeast Wisconsin Technical College,
Green Bay, Wisconsin

Southwest Wisconsin Technical College,
Fennimore, Wisconsin

Waukesha County Technical College,
Pewaukee, Wisconsin

Western Wisconsin Technical, College,
LaCrosse, Wisconsin

Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College,
Shell Lake, Wisconsin
 

 

Continuing Education

In today's fast-paced, rapidly-changing automotive and truck industry, education is a continuing requirement.  As technology changes, we need to continually upgrade our skills to stay abreast of the latest technology.  From managers to technicians, everyone needs to stay "in the know" if we are to provide the service and support our customers deserve.

There are many vendors that offer various components of continuing education for those in the automotive and truck industry.  Check out these links.  Note:  Some of these vendors may only offer training for affiliate shops or employees.  Training may not be available to the general public in all cases.  Consult each vendor for details regarding their continuing education program.  If you know of a link we should add here, contact us and we'll consider adding it to our list.

 

  Get Certified!

Certification in one or more areas signifies to employers, customers, and everyone in the industry that you are committed to excellence.  Certified professionals stand out from the crowd as recognized experts--and they earn higher wages, enjoy increased responsibility, and benefit from greater job opportunities.  Certification demonstrates a commitment to lifelong learning, growth, development, and excellence!

Certification programs include:

 
   

The contents on this site are all ©2002-2003
Wisconsin Automotive & Truck Education Association, Inc.

Home   | About Us  | Careers | Calendar | Contact Us | FAQ  | Fast Facts | Our Newsletter | Scholarships | Links | Membership | Resources | Site Map | Training | Youth Apprenticeship