Program Length: 2,400 Hours
Program Objective:
Robert Morgan Educational Center and Technical College is dedicated to developing worldclass technicians who can provide the professional customer service necessary to retain loyal Honda customers.
The Honda Professional Automotive Career Training (Honda PACT) Program entered into a cooperative agreement with Robert Morgan Educational Center and Technical College to address the need for highly trained Honda and Acura automotive technicians. The PACT Program was developed as a two-year training program leading to an Advanced Automotive Service Technology Certificate. The curriculum, supported by American Honda Co., Inc.
includes academic study, laboratory application, and on the job work experience at Honda or Acura dealerships.
- 16 years of age or older and not currently enrolled in any K-12 program
- Occupational Interest
- High School Diploma / GED from an Accredited High School
- Create update profile information on Focus
- Must meet Dealership Employability Standards
- Meet with a counselor
- No specific Information Technology requirement
The entire program is 2400 hours and students must earn all OCPs, however students can earn an OCP certificate upon completion of the following OCPs:
| OCP | COURSE | HOURS |
|---|---|---|
| OCP A | Automotive Maintenance Technician | 400 hours |
| OCP B | Advanced Engine Repair Technician | 200 hours |
| OCP C | Advanced Automatic Transmission and Transaxle Technician | 200 hours |
| OCP D | Advanced Manual Drivetrain and Axle Technician | 200 hours |
| OCP E | Advanced Automotive Suspension and Steering Technician | 200 hours |
| OCP F | Advanced Automotive Brake System Technician | 200 hours |
| OCP G | Advanced Automotive Electrical/Electronic System Technician | 400 hours |
| OCP H | Advanced Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning Technician | 200 hours |
| OCP I | Advanced Automotive Engine Performance Technician | 400 hours |
| Total Hours: 2,400 |
Minimum basic-skills grade levels required for awarding a Full Program Completion Certificate are 10th grade in Math, Reading, and Language on the TABE® test, or passing one (1) ASE Exam. Additional information can be provided by student services.
Students are expected to complete program competencies.
Employment Opportunities
- Honda or Acura Dealerships
Employment Requirements
- Completion of an Advanced Automotive Service Technology (Honda PACT) program at a
Technical College. Industry certification (ASE).
Salary
The salary for automotive technicians at Honda & Acura dealerships will vary from dealershipto dealership. However, the average wage for this career in Florida is $36.06 hourly or $75,000 annually.
- In-state residents – $2.56 per hour (Subject to change)
- Out of state resident – $10.25 per hour (Subject to change)
- $15.00 application fee per trimester
- Material fee – Varies by program
- Identification fee – $5.00 per trimester
- Liability insurance fee – Varies by program
- Students must purchase books/kits and/or uniforms, if applicable
- Monday – Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.
Alternate Location
This program is also offered at the Honda PACT Instructional Service Center at Miami Lakes
Educational Center & Technical College located at 5780 NW 158 Street Miami Lakes, FL 33014
