Trade Schools in Kentucky
Auto Mechanic Schools in Kentucky
The situation for trade and and mechanic schools in Kentucky is much different than in most states around the nation. Although there are many different schools all across the state, they are all intertwined within the Kentucky Community and Technical College System which acts as a connection between all the schools. This helps students if they need to move midway through their schooling, they will be able to transfer much easier than if they had to go to a whole new college system. Along with that, it is a good way to get training in multiple different areas as if you finish a degree you can transfer to another school and get another degree that you desire.
List of Automotive Schools in Kentucky
- Southeast Kentucky Community and Technical College, Cumberland, KY
- Owensboro Community and Technical College, Owensboro, KY
- Ashland Community and Technical College, Ashland, KY
- Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical College, Bowling Green, KY
- Bluegrass Community and Technical College, Lexington, KY
- Elizabethtown Community and Technical College, Eizabethtown, KY
- Hazard Community and Technical College, Hazard, KY
- Jefferson Community and Technical College, Louisville, KY
- Maysville Community and Technical College, Maysville, KY
- Gateway Community and Technical College, Florence, KY
- West Kentucky Community and Technical College, Paducah, KY
- Big Sandy Community and Technical College, Prestonsburg, KY
- Somerset Community College, Somerset, KY
Schools in Kentucky
Mechanic Jobs in Kentucky
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Projected Job Growth
Working as an Auto Mechanic in Kentucky
Kentucky is a pretty good state to work as an auto mechanic as they provide a good average salary, on par with the national average, and is a little higher than the surrounding states. Along with that, job security is pretty good as the industry is expected to grow at a faster rate in the state than the national average suggests which is beneficial to new entrants into the job field or to current auto mechanics who are just looking for a change. Lastly, Kentucky is just a great state to be in if you love good food, beverages, and the outdoors. Especially horse related outdoors as Kentucky is home to the famous Kentucky Derby.
| Job Type | Total in Kentucky | Average Hourly Wage | Average Annual Salary |
| Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics | 8,410 | $18.29 | $38,030 |
| Automotive Body and Related Repairers | 1,550 | $20.66 | $42,970 |
| Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists | 3,790 | $20.27 | $42,150 |
Trade Schools Near You
Directory of Kentucky Schools
Featured Trade Schools in Kentucky
Kentucky Community & Technical College System
13 Different Campuses:
Schools and Programs listed below
All Mechanic Schools in Kentucky
| School | Address | Programs | More Info |
Southeast Kentucky Community and Technical College |
700 College Rd Cumberland, KY 40823 |
Automotive Technology Collision Repair Technology Diesel Technology |
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Owensboro Community and Technical College |
4800 New Hartford Rd Owensboro, KY 42303 |
Automotive Technology Diesel Technology |
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Ashland Community and Technical College |
1400 College Drive Ashland, KY 41101 |
Automotive Mechanics Technology Diesel Technology |
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Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical College |
1845 Loop Dr Bowling Green, KY 42101 |
Collision and Repair Technology Automotive Mechanics Technology |
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Bluegrass Community and Technical College |
470 Cooper Drive Lexington, KY 40506 |
Automotive Mechanics Technology | |
Elizabethtown Community and Technical College |
600 College Street Rd Elizabethtown, KY 42701 |
Automotive Mechanics Technology Diesel Technology |
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Hazard Community and Technical College |
One Community College Drive Hazard, KY 41701 |
Collision and Repair Technology Automotive Mechanics Technology Diesel Technology |
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Jefferson Community and Technical College |
109 E Broadway Louisville, KY 40202 |
Mercedes-Benz, Toyota & Honda Certified Technician Automotive Technology |
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Maysville Community and Technical College |
1755 U.S. Hwy 68 Maysville, KY 41056 |
Automotive Mechanics Technology Diesel Technology |
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Gateway Community and Technical College |
500 Technology Way Florence, KY 41042 |
Collision and Repair Technology Automotive Mechanics Technology Diesel Technology Ford Certified Technician |
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West Kentucky Community and Technical College |
4810 Alben Barkley Drive Paducah, KY 42002 |
Collision and Repair Technology Automotive Mechanics Technology Diesel Technology |
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Big Sandy Community and Technical College |
1 Bert Combs Dr Prestonsburg, KY 41653 |
Collision and Repair Technology Automotive Mechanics Technology Diesel Technology |
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Somerset Community College |
808 Monticello Street Somerset, KY 42501 |
Collision and Repair Technology Automotive Mechanics Technology Diesel Technology |
Available Grants & Scholarships
Nationwide Scholarships and Grants
| Automotive Scholarships and Grants | Location | Description | Deadline |
| Future Mechanic Grant | Nationwide | Up to $1,000 for aspiring auto mechanics | 12/1/2019 |
| Andrew Piech Memorial Scholarship | Nationwide | Up to $2,200 for graduates of New Mexico high school | June each year |
| Mike Rowe Work Ethic Scholarship | Nationwide | Full-Tuition paid for eligible students | March each year |
| Federal Pell Grants | Nationwide | Up to $6,195, for low-income households | Varies |
| Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) | Nationwide | Various, for low-income households | Varies |
| Automotive Aftermarket Scholarship | Nationwide | Various, one application for many scholarships | March each year |
| Berto Diaz Engineering Scholarship | Nationwide | Up to $1,000 for Mechanical Engineering Students | January each year |
| BMW/SAE Engineering Scholarship | Nationwide | Up to $6,000 paid annually in $1,500 increments | March each year |
| Brent Strohmeyer Memorial Foundation Scholarship | Nationwide | Up to $400 for eligible students | April each year |
| GMiS Scholars Program | Nationwide | Various, for underrepresented students in tech | April each year |
| SMA Native American STEM Scholarship | Nationwide | Up to $1,500, for Native American STEM students | June each year |
| Viceroy Auto Trans Scholarship | Nationwide | Up to $1,000 for eligible students | March each year |
| Automotive Hall of Fame Educational Fund | Nationwide | Up to $2,000 for eligible students | June each year |
| Clunker Junker Cash for Cars and College Scholarship | Nationwide | Up to $1,000 for eligible female students | Varies |
| SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund | Nationwide | Up to $5,000 for eligible students | March each year |
| Edward D. Hendrickson/SAE Engineering Scholarship | Nationwide | Up to $4,000 for eligible students distributed in $1,000 increments for four years | March each year |
| TMC/SAE Donald D. Dawson Technical Scholarship | Nationwide | Up to $6,000 for eligible students distributed in $1,500 increments for four years | March each year |
| Fred M. Young Sr./SAE Engineering Scholarship | Nationwide | Up to $4,000 for eligible students distributed in $1,000 increments for four years | March each year |
| Tau Beta Pi/SAE Engineering Scholarship | Nationwide | Up to $1,000 for eligible students | March each year |
| Yanmar/SAE Scholarship | Nationwide | Up to $1,000 for eligible students | March each year |
| Horatio Alger Association CTE Scholarships | Nationwide | Up to $2,500 for eligible students | June each year |
| AmericanMuscle Automotive Scholarship | Nationwide | Up to $2,000 for eligible students | June & October each year |
| Imagine America Foundation - High School Scholarship | Nationwide | Up to $1,000 for eligible students | December 31 of Graduation Year |
| Imagine America Adult Skills Education Program | Nationwide | Up to $1,000 for eligible students | No Deadline |
| Imagine America Military Award Program | Nationwide | Up to $1,000 for eligible students | No Deadline |