Founded in 1983, NATEF’s mission is to improve the quality
of automotive technician training programs nationwide by examining the
structure, resources and quality of training programs and evaluating them
against standards established by the industry.
By ensuring training programs meet the highest standards, NATEF
accreditation benefits everyone from schools, students and future employers, to
the automotive service industry and everyone driving on our nation’s roads.
The five-step accreditation process includes an extensive
self-evaluation performed by program instructors, administrators and advisory
committee members and an on-site evaluation conducted by an ASE
Master-certified Evaluation Team Leader.
The findings of the October 18 on-site review were
overwhelmingly positive and the lead reviewer noted, “This program is a shining example of how it can be done.” Other reviewer comments included:
• A very progressive program that teaches the
very latest technology using the latest state of the art equipment and methods.
• The programs are very well
organized and staffed with excellent personnel.
• The facility and equipment are
meticulously maintained.
• The automotive department head and
instructors have gone above and beyond to develop and improve the curriculum.
“The NATEF accreditation process ensures that the Reynolds
Community College automotive technology programs are of the highest
standards. We are pleased with the
results of the accreditation renewal process and look forward to continuing to
offer cutting edge educational opportunities to our students,” noted Kelly
Schwendeman, Program Head, Automotive Technology.
For information on the automotive technology programs please
visit www.reynolds.edu or contact Kelly Schwendeman at lschwndeman@reynolds.edu
or Alan Couch at acrouch@reynolds.edu.
