Percent Employed
92%
Employed
2021-2022 Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) Program Snapshot Report (this statewide data may or may not include Northwood Tech graduates’ responses)
Employed in Related Field
82%
Employed in a Related Field
2021-2022 Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) Program Snapshot Report (this statewide data may or may not include Northwood Tech graduates’ responses)
Percent of Students Furthering Their Education
xx%
Students Furthering Their Education
2021-2022 Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) Program Snapshot Report (this statewide data may or may not include Northwood Tech graduates’ responses)
$21,838 - $49,136
Range of Yearly Salary
2021-2022 Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) Program Snapshot Report (this statewide data may or may not include Northwood Tech graduates’ responses)
Careers
Typical positions available at automobile dealerships or repair shops after graduation include:

Brake Technician
Brake technicians diagnose brake system problems, adjust brakes, replace brake rotors and pads, and make other repairs on brake systems. Some technicians specialize in both brake and front-end work.

Drivability Technician
Drivability Technicians, also known as diagnostic technicians, use their extensive knowledge of engine management and fuel, electrical, ignition and emissions systems to diagnose issues that prevent engines from performing efficiently. They often use the onboard diagnostic system of a car and electronic testing equipment such as scan tools and multimeters to find the malfunction.
Additional opportunities include:
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Automotive Service Technician
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Suspension and Alignment Technician
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Quick Service Technician
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Lube Technician
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Auto Service Writer
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Automotive Parts Technician
Transfer Opportunities
You can continue your education to obtain the Automotive Technician two-year technical diploma at Northwood Tech, and continue your education to obtain your bachelor's degree and beyond.
Hear From Graduates
"When you got to school here, you really felt like you were in a professional field. The vehicles that we worked on were actual customer vehicles, so you were held accountable for that."