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Working in the Automotive industry requires a thorough knowledge of automotive system theory and operation, diagnostic testing and processes requiring critical-thinking skills. Anoka Technical College's ASE accredited program trains new technicians and offers Minnesota's only advanced diagnostic specialist diploma.

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+90% job placement

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$23.63/hr median wage*

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12,780+ Workers Needed*
between 2020-2030

*Information provided is for Minnesota. See current data at careerwise.minnstate.edu.

Automotive Programs

The Anoka Technical College Automotive Technician program offers three awards:

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Join us on November 19th from 2 to 4 pm to get help filling out your 2024-2025 FAFSA, completing entrance counseling, Master Promissory Note, exit counseling and more. One-on-one help will be available. Reserve your spot for the Financial Aid workshop today on our website.
The Turf and Golf Course Management degree program at Anoka Tech helps students develop the technical skills needed to maintain turfgrass environments and the management and organizational skills necessary to help successfully manage golf course events and employees. Learn more on our website, link in bio.
The Anoka Technical College Associate of Applied Science degree in Judicial Reporting is a program designed to get graduates working as soon as possible. Learn more on Nov. 12 about the Judicial Reporting/Captioning degree at a virtual information session and NCRA "A to Z Intro to Steno" class. Check out our website to learn more, link in bio.
The demand for highly skilled analysts in health care is increasing every year. Anoka Technical College's Health Data Analytics certificate is designed specifically to help graduates and working professionals in Health Information Management advance their careers in data analytics. Attend the virtual information session to learn more on November 19. Visit our website in our bio to learn more!
When Diana Sanchez moved to the US from Ecuador, she was looking for a college that would support her dream of becoming an Occupational Therapy Assistant. "Anoka [Tech] opened the doors for me and gave me all the opportunities and facilities that I needed. They made me feel welcome the first time that I came here and helped me on my career path." Learn more about our Health Technology programs on our website in our bio.