Launching Late October 2026

The UCT Martha’s Vineyard Automotive Program provides full scholarship for eligible program participants. 

Learn the skills and tools necessary to become an Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair Technician on Island with local instructors!

Subjects covered include: general automotive service, tire service and diagnostics, brake system diagnostics, wheel bearing and brake assist system services, and steering system services.

Employability skills and requirements including tool use and technician traits will be emphasized. Textbooks and tools will be used to provide both theory and hands-on exposure to troubleshooting and diagnostic training. Note: vehicle alignment will not be covered.

Industry standard SP/2 certifications will include: Automotive Service Safety, Automotive Service Pollution, Cleaning and Storage and Maintenance of Equipment, Motor Oil 101, Automotive Fluids 101, Electric Vehicle Safety, and Automotive Lift Safety.

Employment opportunities as an automotive Maintenance and light repair technician exist at auto dealerships, municipal fleet service facilities, as well as smaller vehicle repair shops.

Open to those looking to enter the trade and those already employed in the industry.

Program details:

• Launching October 2026
• 8 Month Program
• In-Person at MVRHS & The VTA
• Evenings: Tuesday and Thursday
• Eligible students enroll free!

Topics include:

• Shop Safety & EV safety
• osha 10
• Electrical Basics
• Scan tool & Diagnostics
• Fasteners, Materials, & measurements
• Tools & Equipment
• Mechanical Application
• Heavy Duty Application
• Collision Application
• Career Readiness

Questions about the trades or energy transition related programming? Contact Garrett Burt at garrett@acemv.org.

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