Automotive Industry Certification

Technician A says that AYES certifies technicians. Technician B says that ASE certifications can help get you a job. Who is correct?

• Technician A

• Technician B

• Both Technician A and B

• Neither Technician A nor B

Technician A states that the A/C and Refrigerants certification (609) is necessary if a technician will be handling refrigerants. Technician B states that the Advanced Engine Performance L1 certification can be obtained through ASE. Who is correct?

• Technician A

• Technician B

• Both Technician A and B

• Neither Technician A nor B

ASE is a mandatory certification you must receive to work in the automotive industry.

• True

• False

All of the following are considered NATEF standards, EXCEPT:

• automotive instructors must be ASE certified in the area they teach

• automotive instructors must attend 20 hours of technical update training each year

• re-accreditation of NATEF certified automotive programs occurs every 5 years

• all students must gain ASE certification before leaving the program

Technician A says AYES programs receive access to new vehicle technology. Technician B says AYES programs receive access to manufacturer service information to help prepare students for working on today's vehicles and technology. Who is correct?

• Technician A

• Technician B

• Both Technician A and B

• Neither Technician A nor B

An industry certification is a ______________ recognized by business and industry at the local, state or national level.

• agreement

• program

• credential

• class

Every program of study must lead to an industry certification.

• True

• False

Students with an industry-based certification were ___________________ to be employed than students without such credentials.

• less likely

• equally able

• more likely

Industry certifications allow students to obtain _________________

• high school class credits.

• graduation requirements.

• honor roll status.

• workforce ready skills.

Industry certifications can be accepted for credit or hours by postsecondary institutions.

• True

• False