AUTO MECHANIC SCHOOL NEAR LEAGUE CITY, TX
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Universal Technical Institute (UTI) offers an auto mechanic school program in Houston, TX.1,2 Receive industry-aligned instruction that can help prepare you for a career in less than one year!7
AUTOMOTIVE TRAINING NEAR LEAGUE CITY, TX
UTI’s mechanic school in Houston, TX, is just northwest of League City. Our supportive learning environment helps students understand the fundamentals behind automotive maintenance, diagnosis and repair, and develop important technician traits like professionalism, adaptability and persistence.
Experienced instructors lead a 51-week blended learning model. Students spend part of their time in online instruction and the other part practicing in hands-on labs with tools, technology and equipment found in the field.18 This learning model closely resembles the type of training technicians in the field undergo and helps students prepare to pursue entry-level roles.
MECHANIC SCHOOL DEGREES AND CERTIFICATIONS NEAR LEAGUE CITY, TX
Earn Your Degree
UTI Houston automotive school graduates earn an associate of occupational studies (AOS) degree. Because many employers prefer candidates with postsecondary training in automotive technology, this may help graduates when pursuing a career.
Work Toward ASE Certification
UTI’s automotive school is certified by the ASE Education Foundation. Also, our courses help prepare students for ASE certification exams. Graduates’ training also counts toward one of the two years of experience required to become ASE certified.
MECHANIC SCHOOL COURSES OFFERED
UTI's auto mechanic training covers exciting topics like how to work on high-performance engines and how a vehicle’s electrical components operate. Students graduate after taking courses such as:
- Automotive Engines Service & Repair
- Professional Automotive Service Writing
- Automotive Powertrains & Transmissions
- Vehicle Steering & Suspension Service & Repair
- Advanced Technology/Hybrid & Service Advising
- Vehicle Electronic Systems & Technology
- Vehicle Brake Systems
- Automotive Climate Control Systems & Repair
- Automotive Power/Performance & Emissions Repair
AUTO MECHANIC SCHOOL SPECIALIZED TRAINING
Interested in specialized automotive training? UTI Houston offers two manufacturer-specific advanced training programs where students can earn brand-specific credentials. Learn how to qualify at the links below:
BMW FastTrack program
Ford Accelerated Credential
Training (FACT) program
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES NEAR LEAGUE CITY, TX
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics(BLS),the median annual salary for automotive service technicians and mechanics in the U.S was $46,970 in May 2022.25 This means half of automotive technicians earned more and half earned less. Keep in mind that salary depends on several factors, including experience, employer, demand and cost of living in the area.
On a national level, there were over 282 million vehicles on the road in 2021.13 Plus, there are over 67,000 estimated average annual automotive job openings in the U.S.!41 UTI’s Career Services department can help graduates identify opportunities in the region they desire to work.
AUTO MECHANIC JOBS IN LEAGUE CITY, TX
Our automotive training helps students build a foundation that future employers can build upon. Most of our graduates start in entry-level automotive roles, but as with any industry, over time, technicians may be able to advance in their careers with experience and hard work.77 Entry-level and advanced roles include:
Entry-level
- Automotive technician
- Serivce writer
- Smog inspector
- Parts associate
Advanced
- Service manager
- Diagnostic technician
- Fleet technician
- Shop Owner
These roles may not be available in the League City, TX, area as demand varies by region. To learn more about different types of automotive roles, visit our automotive career guide.
Our automotive training helps students build a foundation that future employers can build upon. Most of our graduates start in entry-level automotive roles, but as with any industry, over time, technicians may be able to advance in their careers with experience and hard work.77 Entry-level and advanced roles include:
DIRECTIONS FROM LEAGUE CITY, TX, TO UTI HOUSTON
Want to check out UTI Houstonfor yourself? Get to our auto mechanic school from League City, TX, by following these directions (this route requires tolls):
- 1. Get on I-45 N in Webster. (2.1 miles)
- Head west on East Main Street toward State Hwy 3 N. (1.1 miles)
- Turn right onto Gulf Fwy N. (0.3 miles)
- Use the left lane to take the ramp onto I-45 N. (0.6 miles)
- Merge onto I-45 N. (5.4 miles)
- Keep right at the fork to stay on I-45 N. (14.2 miles)
- Use the right two lanes to take Exit 45 toward Cleveland/I-69/U.S. 59. (0.9 miles)
- Keep left at the fork to continue toward I-69/US-59 N. (0.9 miles)
- Keep right at the fork, and follow signs for U.S. 59 N/I-69 N/Cleveland and merge onto I-69/US-59 N. (4.7 miles)
- Use the right three lanes to take Exit 134 to merge onto I-610 W. (1.3 miles)
- Use the right two lanes to take Exit 19B for Hardy Toll Road. (0.4 miles)
- Continue onto Hardy Toll Road. (12.9 miles)
- Take the Richey Road exit. (0.3 miles)
- Turn left onto East Richey Road. (0.7 miles)
- Turn left onto Imperial Valley Drive. (0.5 miles)
- Turn right onto Lockhaven Drive and UTI Houston will be on the right. (371 feet)
Fastest route may change depending on most recent traffic conditions.
UTI HOUSTON CAMPUS LOCATION
721 Lockhaven Drive
Houston, TX 77073
M-F | 8am-5pm | Hours
Campus Tours
TU&TH | 10am, 2pm, 6pm
W | 10 am & 2 pm
F&SAT | 10am & 1pm
281-443-6262 | Campus
800-834-7308 | Admissions
866-246-1249 | Financial Aid
800-510-5072 | Student Services
281-214-7251 | Career Services
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OTHER PROGRAMS OFFERED AT UTI HOUSTON
Not sure auto mechanic training is for you? UTI Houston also offers diesel mechanic, collision repair and welding training!
Diesel Mechanic Training Near League City, TX
Do powerful diesel engines interest you? Spend 45 weeks learning about them in UTI Houston’s Diesel & Industrial Technology program.7 Graduate with an AOS degree and prepared to test for ASE certification.
Collision Repair Training Near League City, TX
Learn how to repair vehicles damaged by collision through exciting courses on custom body and paint fundamentals, refinishing, structural damage analysis, and much more! Graduates of this 51– to 54-week program earn a diploma and industry-recognized I-CAR credentials.
Welding Training Near League City, TX
Learn the four types of arc welding and prepare for entry-level welding roles in just 36 weeks. Created with help from Lincoln Electric, our hands-on program supplies students with knowledge relevant to the current field. Students earn a diploma.
STUDENT SERVICES
HOUSING ASSISTANCE
Relocating? Collegiate Housing Services eases students’ transition to Houston by helping them find roommates or independent housing with rental terms that make sense.
CAREER SERVICES
Planning on working while studying? UTI’s Career Services team helps students search for flexible, part-time work.
FINANCIAL AID
UTI’s financial aid team helps eligible students look for scholarships, grants and other forms of aid that can help cover their automotive school tuition.10
HERE'S HOW TO GET STARTED
Take the first step here. Request more info to chat with an Admissions Rep. They’ll answer your questions and if you wish, point you toward the next step. If you’re itching to get started, fill out an auto mechanic school application online!