DealerPRO Training, a provider of specialized fixed operations training for over 25 years, has launched its Technician Career Path program.
Designed to tackle the critical shortage of automotive technicians nationwide, this program offers a unique solution to help dealerships grow their staff and service businesses.
With less than 40,000 automobile technicians graduating this year and over 80,000 new technicians required across the country, the shortage has become a pressing challenge for the automotive industry.
To address this shortage and provide a clear career path for dealership employees, DealerPRO Training developed the TCP program in collaboration with industry experts, including Don Reed, a former auto dealer and the founder of the company.
The TCP program focuses on training entry-level service employees, such as porters, detail shop, and quick lane employees, to improve their skills and advance to C Level technicians. By offering a comprehensive two-phase training program, comprising classroom and hands-on learning, TCP equips participants with a deeper understanding of automotive systems, including Tires & Alignments, Steering & Suspension, Brakes, Fuel & Ignition, Drivetrain, and Heating, Cooling & Air Conditioning Systems.
“By investing in our current staff and offering a clear path for career progression, we can support our technicians in achieving their potential and foster better employee retention,” Reed said.