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Provider Information

Name:

Goodwill Industries Of Michiana, Inc.

Provider Location Address:

1805 W Western Ave
South Bend, IN 46619

Provider Location Status:

Staff Approved

URL:

http://www.goodwill-ni.org/

Summary

Description Description

Qualifications of Instructors:

Program Instructor will meet Indiana Department of Education’s Workplace Specialist instructor requirements and possess at least Workplace Specialist License I

Minimum requirement: High School Diploma. A first applicant must send in a photocopy.
Must be twenty-one (21) years of age
Employment in an accredited educational program to teach in a specific vocational area. If working through the Department of Corrections, the applicant must submit a letter on DOC letterhead indicating that employment will occur if license is obtained.
Occupational experience** (Select one):
1. 5,000 hours (about 2.5 years of experience) in the last five (5) years.
2. 4,000 hours (about 2 years) in the past ten (10) years and demonstration of occupational competency test.
3. 4,000 hours (about 2 years) in the past ten (10) years and evidence of occupational licensure or occupational proficiency based on approved regional, state, or national board training and evaluation.
4. 4,000 hours (about 2 years) in the past ten (10) years and completion of an accredited 2-year or higher degree in the specific certification area
5. 4,000 hours (about 2 years) in the past ten (10) years and completion of an apprenticeship or internship program.

**Note: All occupational experience must be verified by submitting letters from current or former employees specifying and considering the following:

job titles and duties;
hours worked per week;
starting/ ending dates;
the name and title of the employer;
must be on company letterhead;
only work experience in the certification area will be accepted;
verification for self-employed: Submit the Profit/Loss statements from the federal income tax returns.

They must also pass the TABE test at the following levels:

Form 11-12, Level D: Reading --NRS Level 4– Proficient Scale Score 536 or Higher

Form 11-12, Level D: Mathematics --NRS Level 4– Proficient Scale Score 537 or Higher
Form 11-12, Level D: Language --NRS Level 4– Proficient Scale Score 547 or Higher

Program Description:

Goodwill Industries of Michiana staff will provide entry-level ASE instruction in brakes,steering and suspension, and engine repair using Electude and S/P2 curriculums. Goodwill Industries of Michiana, Gurley Leep Automotive, Zolman Tire, and Gates Toyota are partnering in this training program.

The course instructor will utilize Electude curriculum to provide theory-based knowledge and practice while preparing students to pass the entry-level ASE Engine, Steering & Suspension, and Brakes tests. Students will apply knowledge learned through Electude in the on-site automotive bay. The instructor will use the S/P2 Automotive Safety curriculum during the initial week of class to ensure all students have the knowledge and skills to safely work in the automotive industry.

The Electude curriculum is delivered through instructor-led modules where student knowledge is assessed through formative and summative assessments as well as ASE pre-tests. Performance profiles assess students' application of curriculum knowledge in the on-site automotive bay. Employability skills such as work ethic, attention to detail, communication, problem solving, ethics, and customer service are embedded into daily instruction. Students have the opportunity for career exploration, resume building,mock interviews, and networking with area employers.

Program completers will earn guaranteed interviews with Gurley Leep and Zolman Tire. Goodwill Industries of Michiana will also provide students with support of a Success Coach. Gurley Leep will provide the heavy equipment for the onsite automotive bay, guaranteed interviews to program graduates, and job shadow opportunities during the program session. Zolman Tire will offer job shadow opportunities during the program session, participate in mock interviews, and guarantee interviews to all program graduates. Gates Toyota will provide vehicles for students to work on in our on-site automotive bay.

Automotive employers guest speak during the program session to increase job placement opportunities. Goodwill Industries of Michiana hosts an Automotive Advisory Committee Meeting each quarter composed of employers, educators, and community stakeholders. Instructor shares quarterly metrics, curriculum, and communicates program needs. Employers share industry trends and needs in their respective workforce.

Students have the opportunity to earn entry-level ASE certifications in Steering and Suspension, Brakes, and Engine Repair. Earning three of the entry-level ASE certifications will allow individuals to earn the professional ASE certifications after one year of full-time work in the automotive industry instead of two years. Hunter Alignment certification opportunities are available.

Industry Collaboration:

Yes

Classification of Instructional Programs:

47.0604 Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to repair, service, and maintain all types of automobiles. Includes instruction in brake systems, electrical systems, engine performance, engine repair, suspension and steering, automatic and manual transmissions and drive trains, and heating and air condition systems.

Program Prerequisite:

None

Prerequisites Description:

Applicants must be at least 18 years old and complete an online application. A Program Coordinator will contact each applicant and conduct an intake to determine if this program is a good fit for the applicant's career goals. A reading assessment, automotive knowledge/math assessment, and orientation are prerequisites of this program.

Application Deadlines:

Applications are two days before the course's scheduled orientation.

Refund Policy:

https://sites.google.com/goodwill-ni.com/gsp/refund-policy

Admissions Admissions

% Offered Online: 10
Program Activities:
- % Instructor-Led: 45
- % Lab/Field Work: 45
- % Self-Study: 10
Times Offered: Day,Evening
Length of Training: 16 week(s)
Number of Credits: 192 instructional hour(s)
Weekly Clock Hours: 12.00 Hours
Percent Admitted: 90%

Offered to General Public:

Yes

Career Counseling:

Yes

Job Placement Offered:

Yes

Placement Assistance Available:

Yes

Part-time Enrollment:

Financial Information Financial Information

Tuition:

$4,600.00

Admission Fees:

$0.00

Books:

$0.00

Supplies:

$0.00

Tools:

$0.00

Labs:

$0.00

Miscellaneous:

$0.00

Average Cost Per Credit Hour/Class:

$23.96

Total Cost of Program:

4,600.00

ASE – Automobile and Light Truck Technician : Brakes:
- $43.00
- Included in the tuition:
- Yes
ASE – Automobile and Light Truck Technician : Engine Repair:
- $43.00
- Included in the tuition:
- Yes
ASE – Automobile and Light Truck Technician: Suspension and Steering:
- $43.00
- Included in the tuition:
- Yes

Financial Aid Financial Aid

Financial Aid:

None

Provider Offers Financial Aid:
No

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Is instruction provided by a provider other than the apprenticeship sponsor?
No

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