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New metals, Chrysler scan tools part of AASP-MN's fall offerings

Jul 2, 2009

The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of Minnesota (AASP-MN) will host "New Metals & Repair Technologies," Sept. 16, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., (just prior to the I-CAR Golf Outing) at Crystal Lake Golf Club, Lakeville, and again in the evening from 6 to 8 p.m., at Dunwoody College of Technology, Minneapolis.

Student auto standards test gains wide acceptance

Jun 26, 2009

The National Automotive Student Skills Standard Assessment (NA3SA), the new comprehensive end-of-program assessment test, has been enthusiastically adopted by secondary and post-secondary automotive technology programs nationwide, according to the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).

Snap-on adds training module to Web site

Jun 9, 2009

Snap-on has added a new VERUS training module to its Web site at http://diagnostics.snapon.com/trainingsolutions, to help professional automotive technicians learn to use the many features and capabilities associated with Snap-on's newest diagnostic platform.

Registration open for next Leadership 2.0 session

Jun 5, 2009

Registration is now open for the 2009-10 class of the University of the Aftermarket Leadership 2.0 experience, which will take place Sept. 20 through 25, on the campus of Northwood University in Midland, Mich., and April 11 through 16 at the University's West Palm Beach, Fla., campus.

AYES reorganizes board, expands role for ASE

Jun 1, 2009

Automotive Youth Educational Systems (AYES) announced the completion of phase one of its reorganization following their Board of Directors meeting May 26.

Scholarship awarded to student NASCAR program

May 18, 2009

The Universal Technical Institute (UTI) Foundation and JHE Production Group selected Paul Amico of Mooresville, N.C., to receive the first JHE Production Group Scholarship.

Affinia once again offers tech training

May 14, 2009

More than 8,000 technicians enroll every year in the Affinia Tech Training courses, which are once again available for technicians interested in fine-tuning their craft.

Autologue to donate system access to students

May 12, 2009

Data provider Autologue Computer Systems Inc., is providing aftermarket students an unprecedented opportunity — at no cost — to build education and interest through access to real-world industry tools previously utilized only after graduation.

Kentucky/Indiana Wholesalers group offers scholarships

Apr 28, 2009

The Kentucky/Indiana Automotive Wholesalers Association (KIAWA) has awarded two $1,000 student scholarships for the 2009-2010 academic year to Jacob Wing, of Crown Point, Ind., and Ashlee Tarrance, of Roundhill, Ky.

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CAREER TIPS

ASE: The blue seal bargaining chip

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Blue Seal patch is worn with pride by techs and counterpeople throughout the industry. When job-hunting, however, how can techs use ASE certification to their advantage? Can it mean overqualification in some instances? Not a chance, say those we spoke with.

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