| Smog Check License Requirements Quick Reference Chart | ||||||
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| Choose option | Option 1 | Option 2 | Option 3 | Option 4 | Option 5 | Option 6 |
| Smog License Type | Inspector License only | Inspector License & Repair License | Inspector License & Repair License | Inspector License & Repair License | Inspector License & Repair License | Repair Technician License only |
| Experience *1 | No Experience | 2-years | 1-year | 1-year | 1-year | 2-years |
| BAR Required Qualifications | None | None | ASE Certifications (A6, A8 & L1) | AA/AS Automotive Degree | Automotive Tech Certificate *2 | None |
| BAR Required Training | Level 1 & Level 2 | BAR Specified Class & Level 2 | Level 2 | Level 2 | Level 2 | BAR Specified Class |
| Total Cost *3 | $1,975.00 | $1,975.00 | $795.00 | $795.00 | $795.00 | $1,275.00 |
| Application | Submit application with $20.00 fee to Bureau of Automotive Repair Licensing | |||||
| State Exam | Pass a Computer Based State Licensing Examination for each license. | |||||
| *1 Experience requires verifiable employment at an automotive repair business performing engine performance diagnostics and repair. | ||||||
| *2 Automotive Technology Certificate from Community College or Trade School. | ||||||
| *3 Includes textbooks, handouts, study guides, practice exams and unlimited access to STT Egnyte Smog Exam Prep Website for two years. | ||||||
NO Pre-requsite is required for the classes!
Smog Check Inspector License Classes
Option 1: Smog Inspector License / Level 1 and Level 2 Training Combo
This training combination is designed for applicants with minimal or no automotive repair experience seeking a smog inspector license only. Level 1 Training provides a basic understanding of engine and emission control theory.
Level 2 Training explains the Smog Check Program’s laws and regulations and provides students with hands-on training performing vehicle smog inspections. Both courses must be completed to apply for smog inspector license. Total training time for both courses is 96 hours (15 weeks). There are no additional training costs.
Tuition: $1,1975.00.
Option 2: Smog Inspector License G Smog Repair Technician License Training Combo
This training combination is designed for applicants that want both a smog inspector license and a smog repair technician license. BAR Specified Diagnostic and Repair Training provides repair technician license applicants high-level competency in the diagnosis and repair of Smog Check failures. A minimum of two years’ automotive repair experience in the engine performance area is required by BAR to apply for the Repair License. Light maintenance tech, lube tech, or tire changer does not meet the required experience. Experience will be verified by BAR upon application for license.
Level 2 Training explains the Smog Check Program’s laws and regulations and provides students with hands-on training performing vehicle smog inspections. Both courses must be completed to apply for smog inspector license. Total training time for both courses is 100 hours (16 weeks). There are no additional training costs.
Tuition: $1,1975.00.
Options 3, 4 and 5: Smog Inspector License G Smog Repair Technician License Training
Applicants that have 1-year automotive repair experience and meet any one of the following criteria qualify for this option.
- Current Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications in A-6, A-8 C L1.
- AA or AS Automotive Technology Degree received within the last 5 years.
- Certificate of Automotive Technology with a min. of 720 hours course work that includes a min. of 280 hours in engine performance area.
Level 2 Training explains the Smog Check Program’s laws and regulations and provides students with hands-on training performing vehicle smog inspections. Training time 28 hours (3 weeks). There are no additional training costs.
Tuition: $795.00
Option 6: Smog Repair Technician License Training Combo
This training is designed for applicants that have a smog inspector license and want to obtain a smog repair technician license but does have ASE Certifications. In addition to completing this training, a minimum of two years’ automotive repair experience in the engine performance area is required by BAR to apply for the Repair License. This experience will be verified by BAR at the time of application. There are no additional training costs. Total training time is 72 hours (14 weeks).
Tuition: $1,275.00
Smog Update Classes
These classes are BAR required for licensed Smog Check Repair Technicians to renew their license. Classes are 12-hours or 16-hours, which when combined with the mandated 4-hour inspector’s online training satisfies BAR’s training requirement. The curriculum varies.
Tuition: $350
BAR Citation Training
This training is a minimum of 8 hours. Training hours could vary depending on the terms of the citation. Classes are scheduled based on demand.
Tuition: $395.00
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for any of the above training courses; however, BAR does have specific education, certification and experience requirements for each Option. These BAR requirements must be met at the time the application is submitted.
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