Toyota TECS & CRR Elite

Service, Toyota Tire and Wheel Service, Toyota Pre-Delivery Service, Toyota Recall & Service Campaign Essentials, and how to use a TIS (Technical Information System). You will also get the opportunity to work on cars specifically given to SCC by Toyota/Lexus.

Also, you will complete 80 hours of hands-on skills training related to Toyota Breaks, Steering and Suspension, Tire Repair, and General Maintenance.

TECS Elite courses run concurrently with our auto technology program during the first semester. Students may take up to 16 weeks to complete the TECS Elite portion of the program.

The TECS Elite training classes are offered on our campus in West Burlington.

There is no additional cost for TECS Elite for students in the Automotive Technology program. It is included in the cost to attend SCC.

If you currently work at a dealership or auto shop, your employer may be willing to sponsor you. You may also want to apply for the FAFSA which will account for whether you are eligible for Last Dollar Scholar which only applies for Iowa students.

The Toyota/Lexus dealership and SCC partner together to see if you are a good fit for the program and for their business. A job interview will take place at the dealership. If the interview is a success, you will be recommended for sponsorship to enroll with us by the dealership. We will work out a schedule so that you can work and go to school at the same time. We are flexible to helping you make the most of your education and work life!

At this time, the TECS Elite class is open to current students only.

To learn about how to become a student and enroll in the program, connect with our admissions office.

While the purchase of tools is not required, students are encouraged to take advantage of the Tool Excellence Program through Snap-On where students are able to purchase tools at a discounted price.

Several specializations are taught within both paint/refinishing and body repair. This includes Welding Techniques for Collision Repair, Electrified Powertrain Vehicle System for Collision Repair, Non-Structural Body Repair, Toyota & Lexus Safety Sense, Color Matching for Painters, and more.

After completing and passing the program, students are at the certified level of collision repair and refinish technicians. With tenure and additional requirements, master status can be obtained.

Our Toyota CRR Elite training class lasts 4-weeks and is offered on our West Burlington campus.

2024 dates: May 20 - June 13

7:30am-4:30pm Monday-Friday

Yes. Anyone interested must have completed their diploma or AAS in Collision Repair. They also must have an I-CAR Pro-Level 1 in Non-Structural Repair, and Refinishing.

The cost for this class is $2,789.

The CRR TECS program is non-credit which means you cannot use financial aid. However, you can apply for a Toyota TECS CRR Elite Grant.

Also, if you currently work at a body shop, your employer may be willing to sponsor you.

Probably.

Toyota/Lexus dealerships throughout the Midwest allow for staff training. You'll go through a job interview at the dealership. If you pass the interview, the dealership will recommend you for sponsorship to enroll in the class.

We will work with the dealership on a schedule that allows you to continue to work as you complete the class.

To be eligible, students who want to take the 4-week CRR Elite program must already have completed their diploma or AAS in Collision Repair and Refinish. They also will need to have their I-CAR Pro-Level 1 in Non-Structural Repair, and Refinishing

Yes! This summer, there is a grant of up to $1,000.

Learn more and apply

The only thing you need to provide is your own toolbox.