The Smog Check Procedures Training must be completed by all Inspector candidates. This training provides students the procedural knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform Smog Check inspections. Students who complete and pass this training will have met the Bureau’s training requirements to qualify to take the Smog Check Inspector state licensing examination. This training is 48 hours and must be completed at a BAR-certified school. To pass Level 2 training, a student must successfully complete a series of hands-on…

Smog Check Repair Technicians must renew their Smog Repair License every 2 years and this course will satisfy the BAR criteria for 12 hours of continuing education credit. Electrical Diagnostics Course Objective Use a OEM diagnostic thought process when diagnosing, repairing system or component problems. Identify the 5 Step Troubleshooting Process. Use Voltage Drop testing to isolate circuit faults Use a DVOM and an Electrical Wiring Diagram to diagnose an Electrical Fault and a Parasitic Current Draw Problem. Correctly use a…

BAR (ASE Alternative) 72-hour Smog Repair Technician Training Courses The Smog Repair Technician License allows an individual to diagnose, adjust and repair the emission control systems on vehicles subject to the Smog Check Program at licensed Repair Only or Test and Repair stations in all Smog Check program areas of California. These courses are designed to satisfy the professional certification prerequisites when renewing or obtaining your Smog Check Repair Technician License. Note: ASE certification in the areas of A6, A8,…

Smog Check Repair Technicians must renew their Smog Repair License every 2 years and this course will satisfy the BAR criteria for 12 hours of continuing education credit. Electrical Diagnostics Course Objective Use a OEM diagnostic thought process when diagnosing, repairing system or component problems. Identify the 5 Step Troubleshooting Process. Use Voltage Drop testing to isolate circuit faults Use a DVOM and an Electrical Wiring Diagram to diagnose an Electrical Fault and a Parasitic Current Draw Problem. Correctly use a…

The Inspector license allows an individual to inspect and certify the emission control systems on vehicles subject to the Smog Check Program at licensed Test Only or Test and Repair stations in all Smog Check program areas of California. Time: Monday – Wednesday (6PM – 10PM) Date: April 1 – May 8th This 72-hour course will cover the following Engine and Emission Controls Fundamentals, the proper testing procedure of an BAR 97 Emissions Inspection System (EIS), Two-Speed Idle Test (TSI), Acceleration…

Smog Check Inspectors are required to complete 4 hours of BAR license update training every two years for license renewal.  This training must be done at the www.californiaarc.gov. Smog Check Repair Technicians are required to complete 16 hours of automotive technology update training every two years for license renewal. Training must be completed at a BAR-Certified School. To register for the Smog Repair Technician License click on the "Registration" tab and complete the registration form.