The General Motors Automotive Service Educational Program is a two year automotive program designed to provide GM dealers with highly qualified and motivated entry level technicians. The curriculum is designed by General Motors and SCC and leads to an associate degree. The program involves attending classroom lecture and laboratory experiences on GM products at SCCs Milford Campus and a unique opportunity for students to work at a General Motors dealership. Since considerable time is spent at the dealership, the program requires the student to have a sponsoring General Motors dealer. The main responsibility of the dealership is to provide training related employment for the student during the work experience periods.
Location Offered: Milford only
Overview
SCC’s General Motors Automotive Service Educational Program is a strategic alliance between the student, General Motors, General Motors dealers, and SCC. The ASEP program was created to develop much-needed qualified dealership technicians. This program incorporates the most advanced automotive technical training with a strong academic foundation of math, reading, electronics, analytical, and technical skills. The ASEP program teaches exclusively on General Motors products and current products, giving students a unique edge at the dealership. This program allows students to get on-the-job training at a sponsoring General Motors dealership. During odd-numbered quarters (1-3-5-7), students are in the classroom gaining knowledge and completing lab work. During even-numbered quarters (2-4-6), students are at the dealership gaining experience. This program is NATEF certified by Automotive Service Excellence, a nationally recognized organization that certifies technicians and automotive programs.
Mission
The mission of the General Motors Automotive Service Educational Program is to prepare individuals for employment as high-quality, entry-level technicians with General Motors dealers.
Job Outlook
The number of jobs for automotive service technicians and mechanics is projected to grow faster than average for all occupations over the next decade. Employment growth will create many new jobs, but total job openings will be significantly larger because many skilled technicians are expected to retire and will need to be replaced. Graduates report an average starting salary of $10.80 per hour, with a high salary of $18 per hour.