No-Cost EV & Clean Tech Training
For California Automotive Employers and Existing Technicians
- No-cost training for eligible employers
- Prepare technicians for current and emerging EV technology
- Industry-recognized instruction through Southwestern College
No-Cost Training for Eligible Employers & Incumbent Workers
Through a partnership between the South County Economic Development Council and Southwestern College, automotive employers can provide existing technicians with specialized training in:
- High Voltage Safety
- Electric Vehicle Systems & Operations
- Hybrid & Battery Electric Vehicle Diagnostics
- EV Maintenance & Repair
- Emerging Clean Transportation Technologies
Flexible Training Schedule
- Begins August 2026
- Available through January 2028
- Multiple cohorts offered across three academic years
- Hybrid and in-person learning options
- Learn at your own pace
Industry-Recognized Training
Participants will be prepared for:
- ASE xEV Certification
- ASE L3 Light Duty Hybrid/Electric Vehicle Certification
Designed For
- Automotive Service Technicians
- Dealership Service Departments
- Fleet Maintenance Professionals
- Automotive Employers Looking to Upskill Staff
Special Employer Opportunity
Already providing EV training in-house? Eligible employers may qualify to have portions of their existing training costs offset through the California Employment Training Panel Program.
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Alejandra Ruiz
South County Economic Development Council
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