Even though many use them interchangeably, auto mechanics and technicians are not the same. Here are their differences: automotive technician vs. mechanic.
vatterott college closing
This is simple really, a lack of money. Back in January of 2018, Vatterott College was purchased by Education Corporation of America (ECA). This was a poor plan as ECA was already struggling to stay above the water and their purchase of another struggling organization did not help. Vatterott had expanded quicker than it could handle which put them in this sticky situation. In the end, all of the Vatterott College locations closed in December leaving thousands of students in the dark. Some students had just a few weeks left in their degrees but there was nothing Vatterott could do as they were already put on probation. So, if you are in this position, what do you do? Well, we are here to help!
In order to finish your degree, you should look at neighboring schools that offer automotive degrees. Fortunately, we have looked at all of the Vatterott College locations and picked a few schools offering automotive degrees that were nearby (within a 1 hour drive). We strongly recommend you reach out to these schools to complete your degree as soon as possible. So far, many of these schools have been very understanding and transferring many of the credits over. Unfortunately, you will most likely need to retake some of your classes but that is better than redoing your entire degree! Below is a list of Vatterott Career College Locations and their neighboring automotive trade schools.
1701 S Broadway Pittsburg, KS 66762
Multiple Campuses
Wentzville and St. Louis
1000 Viking Drive Hillsboro, MO 63050
500 SW Longview Road Lee’s Summit, MO 64081-2105
108 W. South St. Warrensburg, MO 64093
12345 College Blvd Overland Park, KS 66210
7250 State Ave Kansas City, KS 66112
Multiple Campuses
Wentzville and St. Louis
Multiple Campuses
Wentzville and St. Louis
1000 Viking Drive Hillsboro, MO 63050
1001 E. Chestnut Expressway Springfield, MO 65802
737 Union Avenue Memphis, TN 38103
550 Alabama Ave. Memphis, TN 38105
4444 South Sheridan Tulsa, OK 74145
3 CT Circle Drumright, OK 74030
6101 Nowata Rd Bartlesville, OK 74006
Multiple Campuses
Wentzville and St. Louis
1000 Viking Drive Hillsboro, MO 63050
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