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Chamber News
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7.23.2010
The automotive training program at Meridian Technology Center has received certification from the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation and The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence.
Meridian has been certified to instruct secondary and post-secondary students in Non-Structural Analysis/Damage Repair, Painting and Refinishing and Structural Analysis and Damage Repair.
To receive this coveted recognition, the school's automotive training program underwent rigorous evaluation by NATEF, which uses nationally accepted standards of excellence in areas such as instruction, facilities and equipment to judge whether or not a program is worthy of its certification.
"This is great news for automotive-minded young people and their parents," said Donald Seyfer, NATEF Chair. "Because this program increases cooperation between local education and industry leaders, it gives added assurance that Meridian's graduates will be employable entry-level technicians. As a result of the quality of education provided by Meridian Technology Center, the motoring public will benefit since better repair technicians will join the workforce."
Upon completion of the evaluation, NATEF recommended that Meridian be certified by ASE, a national non-profit organization that tests and certifies repair technicians and automotive training programs.
"During the past few months, we have worked closely with NATEF to make certain that our program would meet strict industry standards," said DeAnna Little, Director of Instruction at Meridian. "Now we are delighted to join the ranks of the ASE certified training programs. Students will be assured of a quality education, and shop owners will be assured of getting quality job applicants."
MTC is a career and technology training center located in Stillwater, Okla. The center has more than 70 career majors and offers a wide variety of evening short-term courses and certifications for many diverse career fields. Meridian also offers services to businesses in need of training and development. Each year approximately 11,000 students come to Meridian from all areas of business and industry.
For more information or to enroll visit www.meridian-technology.com or contact a career counselor by phone at (405) 377-3333 or toll-free at (888) 607-2509.
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