The Morton College Automotive Technology Program serves the local community by training automotive technicians. The program meets the high standards required to receive NATEF certification,and provides individuals with the knowledge and skills required to gain employment as an entry level automotive technician.
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There is a need for trained, competent automotive technicians in Cook County. Current projections from the Illinois Department of Employment Security show a 13% annual growth in the field through 2014, with an estimated need for 500 technicians per year in the county. The average annual salary for an automotive technician in Cook County is $47,500 per year.
The Morton College Automotive Technology Program works with students to hone their academic and occupational skills, offering them the opportunity to continue their education or enter the workforce. Students trained by the Morton College Automotive Technology Program can be found in many area businesses. Students are employed communitywide as technicians, educators, service consultants, service managers, and parts personnel.
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