You've probably seen the blue ASE signs that our team proudly displays here at MINI of Charleston? What exactly is ASE and what's its importance? Great questions. We've got your quick intro.
ASE Certification
ASE is short for the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence. Certification indicates that a service technician or service department possesses the highest level of expertise. There are 52 different types of tests designed to gauge advanced proficiency in various sub-specialties, such as collision repair, school bus, truck equipment and even parts. The certifications offer tangible proof of a technician's ability to deliver excellent automotive service.
Certification Requirements
Certified technicians must retake certification tests every five years to demonstrate ongoing knowledge of evolving automotive technology. Certification tests are the rigorous brain children of automotive industry professionals working independently of ASE. Only two out of every three people pass the tests. In addition, passing the test and actually receiving certification still don't occur until you fulfill important, corresponding ASE requirements, such as:
- Two years of on-the-job training
- One year of on-the-job training and a two-year degree in automotive repair
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