Automotive Department

The Automotive Department at Seminole State College enables students to earn an Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree or career certificate while gaining valuable experience and preparing for successful careers in the automotive industry.

Students can earn an A.A.S. degree in Automotive Engineering Technology  through one of two specialty tracks:

• Ford – Automotive Student Service Educational Training (ASSET)
• General Motors – Automotive Service Education Program (ASEP)

Automotive Program Tours

While our Ford ASSET and GM ASEP cohorts gear up to begin classes on August 25^th, and our information sessions for the Fall 2025 cohorts have now concluded, the excitement continues. Starting in September, we will host monthly general automotive tours through March, leading up to the application period for the Fall 2026 cohort.

Application Period:  Opens April 1, 2026, for classes starting in August 2026.

What to Expect on the Tour

During your visit, you will:

• Learn about our two-year Automotive A.A.S. degree program and the tracks offered within it (Ford ASSET and GM ASEP).
• Meet program faculty, staff, and current students.
•  Tour our state-of-the-art automotive labs and classrooms.
• Hear about internship opportunities with local Ford and GM dealerships.
• Learn about program expectations, scheduling requirements, and the steps to securing a required sponsoring dealer.

Automotive Tour Schedule

Register for an Automotive Program tour:

• September 18, 2025 at 3 p.m.
• October 16, 2025 at 3 p.m.
• November 13, 2025 at 3 p.m.
• December 11, 2025 at 3 p.m.
• January 15, 2026 at 3 p.m.
• February 19, 2026 at 3 p.m.
• March 12, 2026 at 3 p.m.

All tours will begin in the automotive lobby at the designated time.

Why Choose Seminole State?

• Award-winning program: Seminole State’s Automotive Service Management Technology A.A.S. degree has been recognized as the No. 1 automotive education program in the nation.
• Fully accredited curriculum: The automotive curriculum is accredited by ASE Education Foundation, Ford and General Motors (GM). It combines the latest in automotive technology education, relevant industry internships and strong academic coursework.
• Manufacturer training credentials: Students earn specific manufacturer training credentials upon graduation.
• Modern training facility: The Barbara Miller CFADA Automotive Training Center features the latest equipment, high-tech classrooms, a 2,000-square-foot showroom and much more.
• Highly qualified faculty: All professors in the College’s automotive program are ASE-certified master technicians and have extensive industry experience.
• Career opportunities: Seminole State’s automotive students intern at new car dealerships, fleet operations facilities, municipalities or independent garages to prepare for full-time jobs in the automotive field.