Degree and certificate programs
Maintaining and repairing increasingly high-tech cars and trucks to keep drivers on the road.
Vehicles are becoming more and more complex with high-tech computer systems. Due to the intricacy of vehicles, qualified automotive technicians are highly valued by vehicle owners. Students can train for a successful automotive technology career at the Workforce Institute in a state-of-the-art facility with the newest automotive technology equipment.
Degrees & Certs
LLCC offers the following associate degree and certificate programs to successfully equip you for a career in the auto tech field.
Job Outlook
Cost
For fall 2024, spring 2025 and summer 2025, automotive technology (AUT) classes (except AUT 210) have a tuition rate of $210 per credit hour for in-district residents. AUT 210 has a standard in-district rate of $140 per credit hour. Get more information on tuition and fees.
Students are required to have a basic set of automotive tools. Books sold separately.
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Cost breakdown
Automotive Technician • Certificate of Achievement
Program costs as of August 2024:
- Tuition and fees: $7,544.00
- Books: $661.36
- Tools: $5,676.47
- Total: $13,881.83
Getting Started
Questions and tours
General questions about Workforce Institute programs? Looking to book a group tour or learn how to hire our graduates? Contact Jeffrey Martin, workforce recruitment and placement coordinator, at 217-786-2373.
Ready to enroll?
Schedule a meeting with Darla! Grab 45 minutes with us, and we will work with you to understand our programs, admission requirements and steps to enroll! These well-paying careers need trained workers now and in the future. Contact Darla Cochran, workforce enrollment specialist, at 217-786-2407.
Note: After booking, you will receive an email and text confirmation. Please make sure to check your email spam/junk folders for the confirmation. Depending on your spam filter settings, your conformation may have been delivered there.
Classes
Explore available automotive technology classes in LoggerCentral. Students need to consult with program director/enrollment specialist before registering.
Partnerships
The Workforce Institute partnerships with Ford/Lincoln ACE (Automotive Career Exploration) and Toyota/Lexus T-TEN (Technician Training & Education Network) allows students access to industry leading automotive technician training. The partnership agreement with Southern Illinois University Carbondale allows students to pursue a bachelor’s degree in automotive technology.
