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Your Starting Line

AYES partners with participating automotive manufacturers, dealers, and selected high schools/tech prep ... 4. National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) State of Wisconsin ...

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Your Starting Line

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    Slide 1:Your Starting Line

    …to a future in automotive technology. Are you ready to Drive to Success?

    Slide 2:A Highway to Your Future

    Careers in Automotive Technology are constantly rising. According to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, automotive-related occupations are expected to grow by at least 10% between 2004 and 2014.

    Over 200 million vehicles are on U.S. highways today. Wisconsin’s automotive and truck repair service is the 5th fastest growing industry in the state.2

    Slide 3:Did you know?

    We need YOU!

    Slide 4:Road Map

    Getting on the Express Way 5-7 The Road Leads to 8-10 Getting to Work 11-12 After High School 13-16 Learning Check Point 17-18 On the Road to Excellence 19-22 Getting on Track 23 Fast Lane 24 Driving Instructions 25-28 10 Tips for Winning the Race 29 Learn More 30-31 Who’s on Our Team 32 Reference Pit Crew 33 Click left mouse button or space bar to advance page

    Slide 5:Getting on the Express Way

    While still in high school take advantage of what your school may offer. Talk to a counselor and see if your school is an AYES (Automotive Youth Educational Systems) site or if Skills USA is offered.

    Slide 6:Automotive Youth Educational Systems1

    AYES is a partnership designed to help high-school students gain hands on experience, explore, and prepare for entry level positions in the automotive technology fields. Its an innovative approach to learning while in high-school. AYES partners with participating automotive manufacturers, dealers, and selected high schools/tech prep schools across the country. Talk to your school counselor today to find out if your school is an AYES site. Check out the AYES Website to find out more!

    Slide 7:Skills USA9

    Skills USA, a Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO), is offered in high-schools & technical colleges across the nation. It is designed to introduce and prepare students associated in trade, technical and skilled service occupations. With Skills USA, students gain valuable information through out high-school and even technical college: You can even obtain a high-quality job throughout the automotive industry including jobs in modern dealerships. Check out Skills USA to find out more. Return to Raod Map

    Slide 8:The Road Leads to…

    A modern dealership is a total transportation center: Its more then just selling and fixing cars. It is comprised of: Sales Department Service Department Parts Department Administration/Clerical Customer Relations Management Finance and Insurance Department

    Slide 9:Automotive Careers

    Top 5 Automotive Industry Careers3 Retail Sales Representative Sales Manager Technician Service Manager Bus, Truck, and Diesel Technician To Find out more information about Careers available in the automotives job market visit Career Voyagers at www.careervoyages.gov

    Slide 10:And the Rewards

    The average dealership has an annual payroll of $2.3 million with 52 employees.4 Master service technicians can earn anywhere from $40,000 to $90,000 per year, depending on the market.1 Technical skills required for transportation service are transferable to many other jobs.6 Return to Road Map

    Slide 11:Getting to Work

    In order to better prepare yourself for a career in the automotive market some employability requirements should be met to ensure success.

    Slide 12:Basic Employability Requirements6

    A high school diploma Proven math skills Good reading and comprehension skills Ability to get along and work well with others Good written and verbal communication skills Ability to follow directions Good interpersonal skills Desire to succeed Interest in Autos or Trucks Valid driver’s license and clean driving record Return to Road Map

    Slide 13:After High School…

    In addition to the basic requirements listed, technical education and training will increase the speed of your success

    Slide 14:Technical Education

    Technical education allows you to obtain specific skills. With a degree, diploma, or certificate you can earn higher wages!

    Slide 15:Technical Education

    You can also gain valuable hands-on experience and obtain a bachelor or masters degree if you want to further your education

    The largest, fastest growing segment of the emerging technical workforce involves careers that do not require a 4-year degree. At the end of 2005, technical workers comprised 1/5 of all employment.7

    Slide 16:Did you know?

    Return to Road Map

    Slide 17:Learning Check Point

    Click on the link below to check out the Wisconsin Technical Colleges website. Explore college information, areas of study, cost of attendance, and so much more! WiTechColleges.org

    Click on the links below to review Wisconsin Technical College Automotive and Truck Training programs.

    Slide 18:Learn and Earn Ideas

    Return to Road Map

    Slide 19:On the road to excellence

    In addition to technical college another way to gain valuable skills and qualifications is through Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification.

    Slide 20:ASE Certification1

    ASE tests and certifies automotive and truck technicians to ensure they are skilled and qualified in their field of service. ASE offers certification exams in the following areas: Auto/Light Truck Alternate Fuels Medium/Heavy Truck Parts Specialist Collision Repair School Bus Engine Machinist Truck Equipment Advanced Series Specialty Test

    In August 2000, ASE certified almost 420,000 automotive service and repair professionals within the U.S. alone6…

    Slide 21:Do you know who’s on the road?

    To find out more about ASE visit their website: The Automotive Service Excellence Introduction

    Slide 22:More about Excellence…

    Return to Road Map

    Slide 23:Getting on Track

    Making good career decisions is all about you. In order to start a career path you must gather information, make your career plans, and follow through. Return to Road Map

    Slide 24:Fast Lane

    It is most productive to start your planning during your first few years of high school (freshman & sophomore year) as interests are always changing and new opportunities arise. Return to Road Map

    Slide 25:Driving Instructions

    Here are some important steps that will help your drive for success start off right. On your Mark, Get Set, Go!!

    Slide 26:On your Mark…Career Awareness

    Create and update a “career planning folder” Determine the type of work and activities you like to do Visit individuals related to and working in your chosen career path Take time to focus on your skills and interests Identify all post secondary opportunities

    Slide 27:Get Set…Career Exploration

    Talk to teachers, counselors, and professionals about your career interests Attend career and college fairs Conduct independent career research Enroll in classes that relate to your fields of interest Obtain part-time jobs and internships related to your career path

    Slide 28:GO!… Career Preparation

    Create a portfolio that illustrates your accomplishments Explore the Automotive Youth Educational Systems (AYES) Join professional organizations related to your career path Take tours of college campuses Meet with your guidance counselor or other education professionals to help you prepare a plan for your career path Return to Road Map

    Slide 29:10 Tips for Winning the Race

    1.) Set goals for yourself 2.) Be respectful, courteous, and considerate at all times 3.) Carry yourself in a confident manner 4.) Express yourself clearly and accurately (verbally and in writing) 5.) No one can do it alone, be part of the team! 6.) Strive for excellent attendance and be punctual 7.) Know what your job is and accomplish all tasks to the best of your ability. 8.) Work hard and do your very best no matter what or how difficult the task is at hand 9.) Begin assignments or do what needs to be done without being told or asked 10.)Stay on top of changes in the industry GOOD LUCK!! Return to Road Map

    Slide 30:Learn more about automotive and transportation careers.

    Education Career Counseling Scholarships Printable Career Resources

    Slide 31:… And Quick Stops for Even More Career Building Info

    Where the Opportunities Are Now ADAMM’s Tech Train Classes Wis. Auto Dealers Foundation Scholarships Automotive Youth Educational System Return to Road Map

    Slide 32:Who’s on our Team?

    Return to Road Map www.watda.org www.adamm.org www.watda.org

    Slide 33:Career Resource Guide

    Slide 34:More Career Resource Guide

    Return to Road Map Snap-on Corporation Website: www.snapon.com   Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) Ph: 724-776-4970 Toll-Free: 877-606-7323 Fax: 724-776-0790 Website: www.sae.org   Society of Collision Repair Specialists Toll-Free: 877-841-0660 Fax: 877-851-0660 Email: info@scrs.com Website: www.scrs.com Wisconsin Auto Collision Technicians Association Ltd. (WACTAL) Ph: 800-366-9472 Email: info@wactal.com Website: www.wactal.com Wisconsin Automotive Aftermarket Association (WAAA) Ph: 608-240-2065 Toll-Free: 800-856-9282 Fax: 608-240-2069 Website: www.waaa.com Wisconsin Automotive & Truck Education Association, Inc. (WATEA) Ph: 715-845-8473 Website: www.watea.org Wisconsin Technical College System Madison, WI 53707-7874 Ph: 608-266-1207 Fax: 608-266-1690 Website: www.witechcolleges.com

    Automotive Youth Educational Systems (AYES) Wisconsin Labor Market Information Career Voyagers 4. National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) State of Wisconsin Dept. of Transportation 21CUTEP Other Ways to Win by Kenneth C. Gray 2000 Norton Music (Intro. Music) 9. Skills USA

    Slide 35:Reference Pit Crew (or – where we learned what we did to create this show)

    Return to Road Map

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