CAREER DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Automotive Repair Training
NEW! Tuition-Free VR Automotive Repair Training in San Jose | 5-Week Program
Learn Auto Repair with Cutting-Edge Virtual Reality Technology
Earn two ASE certifications and start your automotive career using advanced VR technology. Practice diagnostics and repairs in an immersive virtual environment before working on real vehicles, all at no cost to you.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
✓ 8 weeks of free VR and hands-on training (160 hours)
✓ 2 ASE entry-level certifications included
✓ Virtual reality simulation + real vehicle practice
✓ Small class size (5 students maximum)
✓ Morning schedule (8:00 AM – 12:00 PM)
✓ Job placement support included
✓ No prior automotive experience required
What You’ll Learn:
Our innovative program combines virtual reality simulation with hands-on practice to prepare you for entry-level automotive technician roles:
Automotive Fundamentals
- Automotive safety procedures and shop protocols
- Vehicle systems and components overview
- Tool identification and proper use
- Diagnostic techniques and troubleshooting
VR Simulation Training
- Oil change procedures and fluid maintenance
- Brake system diagnosis and repair
- Steering and suspension components
- Maintenance and light repair techniques
- Safe work practices in virtual environment
Hands-On Practice
- Real vehicle inspection and service
- Application of skills learned in VR
- Professional service procedures
- Quality control and customer communication
Career Readiness
- Resume building and interview preparation
- Shop professionalism and customer service
- Job search strategies for automotive careers
- Workplace communication skills
Certifications Earned:
Graduate job-ready with industry-recognized ASE credentials:
- ASE Entry-Level Maintenance and Light Repair Certification
- ASE Entry-Level Brakes Certification
These nationally recognized certifications qualify you for entry-level positions at dealerships, repair shops, and automotive service centers.
After Graduation
Typical Entry-Level Roles:
- Automotive Service Technician
- Lube Technician
- Automotive Maintenance Technician
- Quick Service Technician
- Entry-Level Auto Tech
Career Advancement Path:
Entry-Level Tech → Service Technician → Master Technician → Shop Foreman
Course Details
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM (mornings only)
Duration: 8 weeks (160 hours)
Location: Goodwill of Silicon Valley, 1600 Technology Drive, San Jose
Cost: Free
Upcoming Sessions:
Spring 2026: March 9 – May 1
Apply by February 9 | Orientation: Week of March 2
Summer 2026: June 1 – July 24
Apply by May 4 | Orientation: Week of May 25
Fall 2026: August 31 – October 23
Apply by July 31 | Orientation: Week of August 24
Limited to 5 participants per session. Apply early to secure your spot.
Who Should Apply?
This program is ideal for anyone interested in starting an automotive repair career, including:
- People seeking stable careers in a growing industry
- Career changers interested in hands-on technical work
- Those unemployed or underemployed
- Tech-savvy individuals comfortable with VR
- Anyone curious about automotive technology
Basic Requirements:
18 years or older
Eligible to work in the U.S. with valid documentation
Resident of Santa Clara, San Benito, or Santa Cruz County
Comfortable with technology and virtual reality
Interested in automotive repair work environment
Available Monday–Friday mornings for 8 weeks
No Automotive Experience Required
We’ll teach you everything you need to know, starting with the basics. Not sure if you qualify? Contact us, and we’ll help you determine eligibility.