2023-2024 Credential Information
ASE - Auto Maintenance and Light Repair (Test G1)
Credential Name | ASE - Auto Maintenance and Light Repair (Test G1) |
Credential Vendor Info | National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) https://www.ase.com/home.aspx Requires test be administered at a Prometric test center: http://www.ase.com/Tests/ASE-Certification-Tests/Test-Centers/Find-a-Test-Center.aspx |
Credential Auto Collect | No |
Diploma Endorsement | Yes |
Validation Artifact | Copy of test results from testing center OR Document from student's MyASE account |
Credential Lead Consultant | Jim Pressly james.pressly@dpi.nc.gov |
Course Number and Title | IT18 Automotive Service III |
Credential as POL | IT18 POL = Yes     Note: ASE - Auto Maintenance and Light Repair (Test G1) |
Pathway(s)^ | Automotive Service (AUTO) |
Cost of Instructor Training | N/A |
Instructor Training Requirements | None |
Exam Voucher Expiration | Testing period: When a student is registered for an ASE test, the student has 90 days from original date of purchase to schedule an appointment and take the test at a Prometric test center at: https://www.ase.com/dates-fees-test-times |
Credential Lifespan | 5 years |
Renewal Options | Yes Pass recertification test. |
SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) Code(s) | Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics (49-3023)Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists (49-3031)Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles (49-2096)Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines (49-3042)Motorcycle Mechanics (49-3052) |
Articulation | No |
Sequencing | Yes The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Entry-Level certification tests are designed to indicate a satisfactory level of practical knowledge-based readiness for the workforce in candidates seeking a career in the automotive service industry. ASE Entry-level certification is the first step in building career credentials as an automotive service professional, followed by Professional Technician and Master Technician certifications. |
Employer Transferability | Yes The credential stays with the individual. |
Delivery Format | On-line Test is taken at a Prometric test center. |
Proctored Environment Required | Yes Prometric test center |
Test Site Options and Requirements | Must be a Prometric test center or satellite test center. |
Testing Environment Requirements | Photo ID required, see: https://www.ase.com/what-to-expect |
Proctored Requirements | Must be a Prometric test center. |
Exam Time Allotment | 2 hours: 30 minutes for tutorial/survey and 90 minutes for the test |
Exam Passing Requirement | Varies, not a posted score. |
Retakes | Yes Individuals must wait 30 full days before they can purchase and schedule the same test again. See https://www.ase.com/faq |
Student Accommodations | Yes https://www.ase.com/dist/docs/ADA-Request-Form.pdf |
Multilingual Resources* | Yes The Auto Maintenance and Light Repair Test (G1) is available in Spanish. https://www.ase.com/faq https://www.ase.com/Spanish |
Directory Notes | Test must be taken at a Prometric testing center or Prometric satellite test center. Students will also need to register for a MyASE account. https://www.ase.com/G1.aspx Student will need to request a printout of the test results at the Prometric testing center or print results from their MyASE account. |