Vehicle Repair Technology at Pinellas Technical College-Clearwater

Clearwater, FL · Public · Certificate · Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies

a smaller institution with 730 students in Clearwater, FL.

Program Analysis

At $40,025/yr, Vehicle Repair Technology graduates from Pinellas Technical College-Clearwater land near the $38,662 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.

With only 14% of typical job tasks exposed to AI, the scenario spread is tight at 0%. Career paths for Vehicle Repair Technology are among the more automation-resistant trades we analyze.

At #233 out of 409 programs, Pinellas Technical College-Clearwater's financial outcomes for Vehicle Repair Technology trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.

With 64 registered apprenticeships mapped to Vehicle Repair Technology, graduates have substantial options for hands-on training paths that pay from day one.

59 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
57
Low End
59
Score
59
High End
Earnings $40,025/yr (4% vs median)
AI-Proof AI-Proof (86% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (214,000 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Year 1 Earnings
$40K
Reported median after graduation
Viable Career Paths
19 of 19
Occupations with strong AI resilience
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$36,335
Small cohort — data may not reflect typical outcomes

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Vehicle Repair Technology graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Electrical and electronics installers and repairers, transportation equipment $82,730 +6.1% 76%
Avionics technicians $81,390 +8.2% 76%
Aerospace engineering and operations technologists and technicians $79,830 +8.1% 68%
Electrical and electronics installers and repairers, transportation equipment
$82,730
+6.1% growth 76% AI-proof
Avionics technicians
$81,390
+8.2% growth 76% AI-proof
Aerospace engineering and operations technologists and technicians
$79,830
+8.1% growth 68% AI-proof

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Vehicle Repair Technology Career Guide

From day-one roles to senior positions, Vehicle Repair Technology careers span a range of specializations. Read the complete outlook for graduates entering skilled trades.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the TradeSchoolOutlook Score for Vehicle Repair Technology at Pinellas Technical College-Clearwater?
This program scores 59/100 — a respectable number in isolation, but it ranks in the bottom half of Vehicle Repair Technology programs nationally. The field is competitive, and stronger options exist.
How safe is Vehicle Repair Technology from automation?
Highly resilient. Vehicle Repair Technology careers are fundamentally hands-on — they require physical presence and manual skill that AI cannot replicate. Pinellas Technical College-Clearwater graduates retain 19 of 19 viable career paths even under conservative assumptions.
Can I learn Vehicle Repair Technology through an apprenticeship instead of Pinellas Technical College-Clearwater?
Yes — 64 registered apprenticeship programs are mapped to Vehicle Repair Technology career paths, including Aerospace Propulsion Jet Engine Mech (Military Only). Apprenticeships offer paid on-the-job training as an alternative or complement to a program at Pinellas Technical College-Clearwater.
How many job openings are there for Vehicle Repair Technology graduates?
The career paths mapped to Vehicle Repair Technology have roughly 214,000 combined annual openings nationally, making this a very large job market. Demand is driven by infrastructure investment and steady replacement demand as workers retire.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →