By: UTI - written: January 17, 2014
The Audi Academy Technician Program may provide Audi Dealers access to new technicians who have just completed training in a variety of Audi Courses. This thorough 16-week program is based on curriculum from Audi of America. Graduates of the Audi Academy develop their skills working on late-model vehicles including the A3, A4, A6, A8, TT, and Q7. The program challenges students with 70% hands-on lab training and 30% theory. Each student is required to pass individual hands-on and written exams as well as practical lab exercises on the vehicles. Grades are monitored throughout the program to ensure each student is achieving their maximum potential.
To qualify to attend the Audi Academy Technician Program applicants must graduate from Universal Technical Institute or another approved post-secondary automotive program. In their automotive program students must maintain a minimum 3.25 GPA, 98% Attendance, Pass an Assessment Exam, have a good Motor Vehicle Record and be drug free with no criminal or gang affiliation. Students must also be willing to relocate for employment.
Audi Academy Technician Program graduates receive credit for the following Audi training courses upon placement at participating dealership.