General Service Technician Program

Click here for a more detailed Program Summary in pdf format.

Click here to download the 2009 General Service Technician Program Standards in pdf format.

Click here to download the 2009 task lists with changes highlighted in Word format.

Click here to download the 2009 tools and equipment lists with changes highlighted in Word format.

Schools interested in applying for certification as a GST program should order the Automobile Certification Manual and fill out the Automobile application form as directed.

Executive Summary

The Need

  • Critical shortage of career-entry technicians
  • Some employers want technicians with broad skill set
    • Solid foundation in electrical/electronic systems
    • General understanding of all automobile systems
  • Current program of ASE-certification through articulation may not be adequate
    • Learning outcomes have narrow focus
    • Intended to be an option to current articulation program

Program Requirements

  • Secondary or Post-Secondary schools may certify programs under GST
  • Minimum total of 500 hours of instruction
  • 100% of tasks must be taught
  • Instructors must be ASE certified in A4, A5, A6, & A8
  • Instructors must attend 20 hours of in-service training annually
  • Articulation with ASE-certified post-secondary program required

Key Elements

  • Standards and process remain the same
  • Cost to programs is same
  • Available on web and paper formats

Conclusion

  • Win-Win for Industry and Education
  • Does not compromise standards
  • Provides additional option for programs

 

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