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Accelerate your journey as an automotive technician and respond to the growing demand in the industry! By 2025, shortages in this field are expected to exceed 800,000 positions. In this microcourse, you will take training in the Ford Automotive Career Exploration (ACE) program, covering the basics of automotive technician skills under the guidance of a certified Ford ACE instructor. You will explore wide-ranging career opportunities in the automotive industry, including insights into the Ford ASSET program and automotive technology degree options. Successful completion of this microcredential prepares you for continued study and to immediately apply for quick lane or entry-level technician positions at automotive dealerships, repair shops, or with established Ford Dealer partners.
Credits earned in the completion of this microcredential can be applied toward completion of a related certificate or degree program. It is a building block that gives you a jump start to education and career success.
Each campus will confirm final costs. The estimated tuition shown above is based on NYS residency for this institution. Tuition can vary based on full- or part-time attendance, residency and whether the courses are undergraduate or graduate. Additional costs include fees and books. Some available grant funding for eligible students may be highlighted on this page. For information on other possible financial support to help you pay for your microcredential, please visit our For You page.
Each campus will confirm final cost. Some available grant funding for eligible students may be highlighted on this page. For information on other possible financial support to help you pay for your microcredential, please visit our For You page.
SUNY's microcredentials are setting the standard nationally and internationally for high-quality, stackable credentials designed for today's learner. All of SUNY's microcredentials are designed to be:
Academic quality is paramount in the development and approval of SUNY microcredentials.
Each microcredential has immediate value and, where possible, stacks together with other microcredentials.
Microcredentials are designed to meet current and emerging market needs and align with relevant industry standards.
Completion of our microcredentials is recorded on your transcript and/or highlighted in a digital badge so your accomplishments travel with you.
Inaugural recipient of the Business Council of NYS Workforce Innovation Award