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Smog Check Inspector Training and Certification
February 27 @ 6:00 pm - April 26 @ 10:00 pm
$1675.00CLASS SCHEDULE
February 27, 2023 to April 26, 2023
6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday
(Monday and Tuesday Online via Zoom)
(Wednesday in Person)
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.
To qualify to take the examination, the applicant must meet
One of the following three requirements:
1. Successfully complete the BAR specified Engine and Emission Control Training (Level1), AND successfully complete the BAR Smog Check Training (Level 2) within the last two years; OR
2. Certification:
Possess certification from the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) in all three of the following areas: A-6 Electrical/Electronic Systems, A-8 Engine Performance, and L-1 Advanced Engine Performance Specialist, AND have successfully completed the BAR Smog Check Training (Level 2) within the last two years; OR
3. Education/Experience:
Possess an Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degree or higher in Automotive Technology, from a state accredited or recognized college, public school, or trade school, AND have one year automotive repair experience in the engine performance area, AND have successfully completed the BAR Smog Check Training (Level 2) within the last two years; OR
Possess a certificate in automotive technology, from a state accredited or recognized college, public school, or trade school with a minimum of 720 hours of course work that includes at least 280 hours of course work in the engine performance areas, AND have one year of automotive repair experience in the engine performance area, AND have successfully completed the BAR Smog Check Training (Level 2) within the last two years; OR
Have a minimum of two years of automotive repair experience in the engine performance area, AND have successfully completed the BAR specified Diagnostic and Repair Training (alternative training) within the last five years, AND have successfully completed the BAR Smog Check Training (Level 2) within the last two years.
Please complete the Registration Form and pay the $75.00 (non-refundable) registration fee. Within 48 hours of completing the registration, you will receive an invoice via email for you to click and pay the class tuition. Once the tuition is received and processed, you will receive the training material and Zoom link to join the class on or before the 1st day of class.