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Our Unique Services

At Auto Pros Academy, we’re driving the future of career education with a clear path from middle school all the way to meaningful career placement in the booming automotive industry. Our five dynamic programs include:

Future Auto Techs Middle School STEM Program – Sparking curiosity and skills early!

Automotive Engineering & Technology Prep (9th-10th grade) – Building solid foundations.

Automotive Engineering & Technology Advanced (11th-12th grade) – Mastering advanced skills and certifications.

2-Year Paid Apprenticeship – Real-world experience that pays!

Apprenticeship Job Placement Program – Connecting talent to opportunity.

We’re passionate about empowering underserved youth, championing diversity, and fueling local economic growth by creating a skilled, certified workforce. Through hands-on training, mentorship, and strong community partnerships, we’re not just teaching skills, we’re transforming lives.

Future-Proof Careers in Automotive Repair

While AI and robotics change the world, automotive repair remains a career where human skill is king. From automotive technicians to EV specialists and collision repair pros, these roles are in hot demand and here to stay.

Investors agree! Even those new to the industry are snapping up automotive shops because this market is booming. With profits soaring and the industry projected to nearly double by 2032, the automotive repair field is a goldmine of opportunity.

That’s why Auto Pros Academy is ahead of the curve, equipping the next generation with the hands-on skills and confidence to thrive in this exciting, evolving industry.

Hands-on skills + human judgment = rock-solid job security.

Ready to shift your future into high gear? The automotive repair industry is wide open for skilled pros and smart investors alike. Let’s drive success together!

Mentorship Programs

Fostering Excellence Through Dedicated Support

At Auto Pros Academy, mentorship is central to student success. Our vetted staff and industry professionals guide students at every stage, ensuring a safe and supportive environment from middle school through apprenticeship.

Middle School STEM: Students receive mentorship from instructors and the Executive Director through hands-on workshops, guest speakers, shop tours, and career exploration, sparking early interest in automotive fields.
High School Programs: All students are mentored by experienced staff, helping them navigate advanced coursework, prepare for ASE certification, and make informed career decisions.
Apprenticeship: Graduates in our Paid Apprenticeship Program are paired with seasoned industry technicians for hands-on training, professional development, and one-on-one coaching, preparing them for successful automotive careers.

Mentorship at every level empowers students to explore, learn, and excel in the automotive industry.

Hands-On Training

Auto Pros Academy Programs: A Seamless Pathway to Automotive Excellence

Auto Pros Academy offers a structured pathway from middle school exploration to professional mastery in automotive technology:

Middle School STEM: Students engage in hands-on, after-school STEM activities, building curiosity and foundational skills in automotive technology. Graduates can advance to our high school prep program, deepening their technical knowledge and preparing for further study.
High School Program: Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and seniors receive comprehensive training in automotive repair, diagnostics, and maintenance, aligned with industry standards and preparing them for ASE certifications.
Paid Apprenticeship: Advanced graduates are paired with experienced technicians for real-world, hands-on training, professional development, and networking. Apprentices gain both technical expertise and essential workplace skills, setting them up for successful careers.

Our hands-on approach ensures students are equipped with the skills, experience, and confidence needed to excel in the automotive industry.

Certification Preparation

Empowering Students for Career Success

Auto Pros Academy prepares students for industry-recognized ASE certifications through a curriculum aligned with ASE standards, combining classroom instruction, hands-on workshops, and real-world simulations. Students receive dedicated resources, study materials, practice tests, and mentorship to ensure exam success, particularly in Maintenance & Light Repair (G1), Suspension & Steering (A4), and Brakes (A5).

Paid apprenticeships at Auto Pros Lancaster Auto Repair provide valuable real-world experience and industry connections, encouraging students to achieve certifications during or soon after their apprenticeship. Our college-based curriculum also prepares graduates for further educational advancement.

Inspiring Young Minds to Automotive Excellence

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and Gold Participant with GuideStar, Auto Pros Academy maintains the highest standards of transparency and accountability. We are dedicated to providing automotive repair education to middle and high school students. In an era where auto-shop classes are disappearing and the U.S. faces a growing shortage of skilled technicians, we ignite a passion for automotive careers in the next generation. Our innovative programs-including the Future Auto Techs Middle School STEM Program and advanced high school curricula-offer hands-on training and guidance toward ASE certifications. Led by our head instructor, a Certified ASE Master Technician with over 40 years of experience, we are committed to evolving our curriculum to include emerging automotive technologies such as electric and hybrid vehicles. Through program expansion, career counseling, soft skills development, and leadership training, we support students holistically as they transition into rewarding automotive careers.

Building Skills, Igniting Careers

Empowering the next generation with hands-on automotive skills. At Auto Pros Academy, we bring auto shop back to students. Learn. Repair. Succeed. Apply now, classes start in August of 2025.

Our Unique Services

Future-Proof Careers in Automotive Repair

Mentorship Programs

Hands-On Training

Certification Preparation

Inspiring Young Minds to Automotive Excellence

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