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The BCC Automotive Technology Program makes sure you’re heading down the right road. Our graduates find fulfilling work as service technicians at automobile dealerships, auto body shops and automobile repair service stations.

The opportunities for career advancement are unlimited:

  • Shop Foreman
  • Service Advisors
  • Service Managers
  • Master Technician
  • Automotive Teachers
  • Engineering Technicians
  • Business Owners


Job Outlook

Do something you love and get paid well for it...

 

  • Faster than average growth is projected statewide though 2006*:
    1. 16% for auto body repairers and diesel engine mechanics
    2. 20% for auto mechanics
  • Florida annual earnings for automotive mechanics, body repairers, and diesel engine mechanics is approximately $27,000 to $28,000 or $13 to $14/hour.
  • In Fort Lauderdale, diesel engine mechanics earn $30,620, on average, or $14.72/hour.