Vocational Programs with Carlin

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Automotive technology certificate of applied Science has a nice rank to it, doesn’t it? Let’s meet Carlin, a student enrolled in the automotive technology program here at FPCC, who’s getting practical skills in the maintenance and repair of vehicles, both in the classroom and with live hands-on experience. Show us what you got, Carlin, take it away.

– Well, hello, Alex. Thank you very much for your time with us and hello to all of you out there. As for me, growing up, I can remember watching my grandfather work on cars. I was about eight years old when I first started helping him, and I haven’t stopped working on cars since. So when I found out Fort Peck Community College had an automotive technology program, I decided to enroll in school and turned my hobby into a career. The staff here at the school helped me a lot in my first year, which made me so happy. I rolled into town in a busted up car and they helped me get a space in the dorm here along with getting me enrolled. Now I don’t have to worry about that car. I could just walk across the street to the garage. Pretty much from day one, we were able to get our hands dirty, working with industry standard equipment. My instructors are very knowledgeable and helpful when it comes to teaching me. Though I was pretty shy in high school, I’ve even met a few friends here along the way. But even if automotive technology isn’t what you want to do, they offer other one year certificates as well, such as welding, truck driving, IT, and digital technology just to name a few. They offer something for everyone, and as for me, I want to open up my own business as a mobile mechanic because not everyone can get their vehicle to a shop. With what I’ve learned at FPCC, I’ll be able to go to the customer’s house and work on their car at their place. That’s about me. Back to you, Alex.

– Very cool, Carlin. Seems like FPCC truly has something for everyone and it’s awesome to hear. I they’ve helped you shape a career outta something you already love to do. How cool is that? You know I’ll be giving you a call when I need my car work done. All the best.