In the field of auto body repair, education is not optional.
Once, someone with little training or experience could find work in collision repair. Today, industry certification and formal training in technologies, materials, and vehicle makes and models are required. The Auto Body Repair program at Greenville Technical College can put you on the road to a successful collision repair career with classroom preparation that you apply in hands-on training.
Greenville Technical College’s Auto Body Repair program will qualify you for a wide range of opportunities.
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WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THE PROGRAM
Greenville Technical College offers an auto body repair diploma, certificate, and an associate degree path that give you a thorough knowledge of
We use the internationally recognized I-CAR curriculum to ensure that as a student you learn the most up-to-date processes available.
IS AUTO BODY REPAIR RIGHT FOR YOU?
If you enjoy working with your hands, have a mechanical aptitude, take pride in your work and are passionate about cars, consider a career in collision repair. Technicians today require a high-skill level and are rewarded accordingly for their work.
The Auto Body Repair programs are accredited by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF).
Our program is an Industry Training Alliance with I-CAR, which prepares students for career paths with manufacturers like Audi, Chrysler, Ford, GM, Infiniti, Jaguar, Lexus, Nissan, Porsche, Toyota, Volvo, and VW.
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Greenville Technical College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award certificates, diplomas, associate degrees, and baccalaureate degrees. Contact the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call (404) 679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Greenville Technical College.
Auto Body Repair
Associate in Applied Science
This degree program consists of unibody/full frame structural repair, welding, estimating, automotive electricity, air conditioning, restraints and refinishing. Advanced estimating and shop management procedures are explored as well as advanced metal working and custom refinishing.
Auto Body Repair details from our current catalog (pdf) »
Auto Body Repair
Certificate in Applied Science
This certificate program consists of theory and hands-on experience in unibody/full frame structural repair, sheet metal repair, welding, and estimating.
Auto Body Certificate details from our current catalog (pdf) »
General Technology
Associate in Applied Science
Available to graduates of the certificate program in Auto Body Repair.
This degree program offers students the opportunity to design a program of study to meet individual needs, combining major courses, general education courses, and additional hours.
Department Head
Brian Easler | (864) 250-8304 | Brian.Easler@gvltec.edu
Program Coordinator
John Pickens | (864) 236-6517 | John.Pickens@gvltec.edu
Administrative Assistant
Fran Ashbrook | (864) 250-8428 | Fran.Ashbrook@gvltec.edu
Instructors
Cliff Styles
John Pickens
Department Head
Brian Easler
(864) 250-8304
Brian.Easler@gvltec.edu
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