Automotive Collision Technology

US Department of Labor Wage Estimate
2011 Mean Annual Salary $41,490
Source: US Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment Wage Estimates Missouri 2011

2011-2012 Average Starting Salaries
High Salary            $47,840
Average Salary     $26,208
Source: LSTC 180 Day Follow-Up Report

Graduate Status - Since 1995
Overall Placement            96%
Related to Education       73%
Source: LSTC 180 Day Follow-Up Report

Gainful Employment Disclosure-Certificate Level
CIP CODE	47.0603
SOC CODE	49-3021.00
SOC Title	Automotive Body and Related Repairers
Normal Time Graduation Rate	1 year
On-Time Completion Rate	NR
Tuition & Fees	$7,016
Books & Supplies	$1,033
Tool Cost	$3,974
Room & Board	$4,120
Job Placement	100%
Median Title IV Loan Debt	NR
Median Private Loan Debt	NR
Median Institutional Financing Debt	NR
Notes NR: Data unable to be disclosed due to number of students NA: Data not available Tuition & fees are based on 2011-2012 standard tuition and fee costs for in state residents. Books, supplies, tools based on 2011-2012 costs. Room and board based on 2011-2012 on campus rate, double room occupancy with $500 meal plan. Job placement rate is based on 2010-2011 placement statistics for certificate completer.

Accreditations and Certifications
The Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering (ATMAE) accreditation
National Automotive Technician Education Foundation (NATEF) certification
National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification

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