Auto/Diesel
Choose WSCO for Automotive and Diesel Training
Today’s automotive and diesel technicians are more than mechanics—they’re skilled problem-solvers who work with advanced diagnostic systems and high-tech tools. At WSCO, you’ll train in a professional-grade shop environment that mirrors the workplaces you’ll enter after graduation. Whether you’re interested in light-duty cars, heavy trucks, or both, we offer the hands-on training you need to get hired.
What Kinds of Programs Are Available?
Our Automotive and Diesel Technology programs include both one-year certificates and two-year associate degrees. These options are designed to meet you where you are, whether you want to start working right away or continue your education.
You can choose from:
- Automotive Technician Certificate (1 year)
- Automotive Service Technology Associate Degree
- Truck Maintenance Certificate (1 year)
- Diesel Truck Systems Associate Degree
All programs emphasize real-world skills, safety standards, and employer expectations. You’ll graduate ready for ASE certification testing and entry-level employment, or continue your training through more advanced pathways.
Will You Get Real Experience Before You Graduate?
Our partnerships with trusted local businesses give you direct access to the job site through practicum hours and work-study opportunities. You’ll work in actual automotive and diesel shops, build your confidence, and get valuable references—all before finishing your program.
Are the Auto/Diesel Programs Accredited?
Yes. Both the Automotive Service Technology and Diesel Truck Systems associate degree programs are fully accredited by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). This national endorsement assures that your training meets the highest standards for quality and relevance in the automotive service industry.
Is This Program Right for Me?
The Automotive and Diesel Technology programs at WSCO are ideal for students who are hands-on, curious about how vehicles work, and ready to build a high-demand career. You’ll thrive here if you:
- Enjoy problem-solving and troubleshooting mechanical or electronic systems
- Want to work with the latest diagnostic tools, computers, and high-tech engines
- Are motivated to learn in a hands-on shop environment that mirrors real workplaces
- Appreciate a mix of classroom instruction and applied, practical experience
- Are aiming for ASE certification and want a career path that can lead to advanced positions or your own automotive business
- Value small class sizes, individualized instruction, and guidance from instructors with real-world industry experience
- Want a program that’s affordable, flexible, and designed to get you into the workforce quickly
By the time you graduate, you’ll have the technical skills, confidence, and professional experience employers demand—making you a strong candidate for automotive or diesel technician roles immediately after completing your certificate or degree.
What Makes WSCO Different from the Big Chain Schools?
You’ve seen the flashy commercials from national chains, but what they don’t show you is the price tag. At WSCO, we offer the same high-quality instruction and industry-standard training without the crushing tuition debt. In fact, WSCO has one of the lowest tuition rates in the state, at just $170 per credit hour.
If you’re serious about building a career in automotive or diesel repair—and want to keep your costs manageable—there’s no better place to start than right here.
Why go anywhere else?
You’ve seen the commercials for the big national chain institutes promising to prepare you for a career in automotive or diesel industries. What separates WSCO from them is cost. We don’t think you should have to bury yourself under a mountain of debt to do what you love. Washington State has one of the lowest tuition rates in the state, at only $170 per credit.
The Automotive Service Technology and Diesel Truck Systems programs are fully accredited by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). The primary mission of NATEF is to improve the quality of automotive technician training programs nationwide through voluntary accreditation.
National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation
101 Blue Seal Drive, SE, Suite 101
Leesburg, VA 20175
Phone: 703.669.6650
Fax: 703.669.6125
webmaster@natef.org
