Motorcycles, all terrain vehicles (ATVs) and motor scooters are well known for recreational use and practical for agricultural and business purposes. But there aren’t enough trained technicians equipped to repair these vehicles.

To meet a growing demand for technicians in Missouri, LSTC will offer a Powersports Technology program in fall 2006. At the end of successful study, students will receive an associate of applied science degree and have the skills to repair and maintain ATVs, motor scooters and motorcycles.

A recent survey by the Missouri Powersports Dealer Association indicates the state will need 53 technicians in 2006 and an additional 57 technicians in 2007. Demand for this field could continue to rise as recreational, transportation and agricultural vehicle use increases.

1. Submit the complete High School Attendance Record form signed by your high school counselor.  Transfer students and students who earned GEDs rather than high school diplomas do not need to submit the high school attendance record form.
2. Take a mechanical reasoning test.  Contact the Office of Admissions to schedule your testing appointment.
3. Include on your application any related experience you have to the Powersports Technology field.  This may include work experience or extra-curricular activities such as FFA, SkillsUSA, Boy Scouts/Eagle Scout, etc.
4. Applicants may be contacted for an interview with a Missouri Powersport Dealers Association member.
   Click here for a map of Missouri Powersport Dealers Association members.

For priority consideration in the Powersports Technology program, all of these items must be received by the Office of Admissions by March 1.  Candidates may submit applications after March 1, but those applications will not be given preference.  Applications will be accepted until the program is full.

NOTE: Selected students will be required to successfully pass a random drug screen.