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Your Road To Automotive Career Success

LOS Angeles

Step 1.

Connect with the CNCDA Foundation:

Sign up to receive important updates, scholarship notifications, and local dealership opportunities.

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Dealers in your area:

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Step 2.

Automotive technicians love what they do.

85% of entry-level Technicians recommend the career to a friend.

See which dealership career fits you!

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    Automotive Technician

    Goal:

    Keep vehicles running smoothly so people reach their destinations safely.

    Personality Type: DOER

    I love diving into challenges, finding solutions to problems, and working hands-on to keep vehicles moving efficiently and safely.

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    Parts Concierge

    Goal:

    I want to help you find what you need to keep your car in perfect shape!

    Personality Type: SCOUT

    I enjoy learning how things work, love searching for the right solutions, and thrive when helping others get exactly what they need.

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    F & I

    Goal:

    I want to help customers get the money they need to buy the car of their dreams.

    Personality Type: LIASON

    I am a problem solver who enjoys finding answers to financing and valuation questions. I do not mind some math to help customers get the resources they need:

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    Service Advisor

    Goal:

    I want to bring the gap between customers and technicians, ensuring our service meets customer expectations.

    Personality Type: COMMUNICATOR

    You enjoy helping people understand what their vehicle needs, explaining services clearly, and ensuring customers are satisfied.

  • Sales

    Sales

    Goal:

    I want to help customers find the perfect vehicle to fit their lifestyle, budget, and driving needs.

    Personality Type: PERSUADER

    You thrive on interacting with people, understanding their needs, and helping them make one of their biggest purchasing decisions

Step 3:

Choose Your Path

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JUMPSTART YOUR AUTOMOTIVE CAREER WITH CALifornia’s NEW Automotive Technician APPRENTICESHIP Program.

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Start exploring local automotive colleges and education programs.

Helpful Links:

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2024 Ca Tech Report

Scholarships

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ASE Foundation

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Local Colleges