About
The Collision Repair Technician program is designed to provide the student with a thorough understanding of the materials, methods, and refinishing techniques used in the repair and restoration of a damaged automobile body. Through class study, audiovisual presentations, and actual “hands-on” performance tasks the student will learn the procedures necessary for the proper repair and refinishing of metal, fiberglass, and plastic components used in both unibody and conventional automobile construction.
The Collision Repair Technology program is a National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) certified program and is approved by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence Education Foundation (ASEEF). ASEEF offers five certification areas in the Collision trade.
Overview
| Information | Detail |
|---|---|
| Time Commitment | Full Time |
| Typical Program Length | 12 Months |
| Clock Hours | 1,296 |
| Class Type | Day |
| Credentials | Certificate, Diploma |
| Total Tuition/Fees | $6,155.00 |
| Textbook/Supplies Cost | $769.00 |
Program Credentials
HOW TO APPLY
Fall 2025
| Preferred Application Deadline | June 15, 2025 |
| Final Application Deadline | August 1, 2025 |
| Program Start Date | September 2, 2025 |
General Admissions Requirements
Please complete the general admissions requirement before the application deadline listed above.
- Complete a TCAT Knoxville Application for your desired start term.
- Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Use our school code 004025.
- Register and attend an orientation session.
- Expect an email from our Admissions team around the Preferred Application Deadline of each trimester.
- Register for an orientation and attend orientation. When a seat is available, you will offered a seat in your program via email.
- If you do not receive a seat and become a priority alternate, you must continue attending orientations. Otherwise, you will lose your seat on the waitlist and will need to reapply.
NOTE: Applications after the Final Deadline will be accepted by our application system, but priority is given to early applicants, as program seats are limited.
Program Admission Requirements
This program has no additional admissions requirements.
Campus Locations
1100 Liberty Street
Knoxville, TN 37919
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