Automotive Training Schools (ATS), located in Northern California, is the largest provider of smog technician programs in California. ATS offers BAR-certified smog technician programs with six courses, preparing students for the advanced level license. Training is centered on the student's attained knowledge in the automotive industry. The program will prepare students with little or no background in the subject to students with previous experience. ATS has also implemented a policy that allows individuals to repeat any course for no charge within one year of course completion if the student feels she was not properly prepared.
Automotive Training Schools
4791 Pell Drive, Suite 1
Sacramento, CA 95838
916-928-1331
autotrainingschools.com
With locations in Fullerton and Chatsworth, California, Smog Tech Institute (STI) is a BAR-certified facility providing students six courses in preparation for the advanced level license. The school provides flexible courses offered during weeknights and weekends. They accommodate students by offering package deals, where students can choose all the classes they need at a reduced cost. The Smog Tech Institute website also features a message board that lists updated job ads and related information for those looking to obtain a job in the field.
Smog Tech Institute
4070 Palm St. Suite 704
Fullerton, CA 92835
714-441-1620
smoginstitute.com
Long Beach City College School of Trades and Industrial Technologies offers its BAR-certified Smog Technician training program in any of the three license classes: intern, basic or advanced. The school maintains a focus on eliminating pollution from the environment, as they also offer additional courses in areas like alternative fuels and electric vehicles. Students are trained by expert faculty members who hold multiple certifications in the automotive industry . The project manager of the Long Beach program was recruited by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) to rewrite the ASE certification exam.
Long Beach City College
Advanced Transportation Technology Center
1305 E. Pacific Coast Highway
Long Beach, CA 90808
562-938-3067
lbcc.edu