General Motors START Program
Do you have a young would-be technician just starting out at your dealership? Is there a fellow employee maybe in the prep department that is looking to broaden their horizons and further their career in the automotive repair field but may not know where to get more information on the fundamentals? If you point your browser to the GM Training website (www.gmtraining.com) you'll find the answers to these questions, under the GM START tab. START is an acronym for Service Technical Automotive Readiness Training program.
The figure above shows how to access the START courses from the dropdown menu on the gmtraining.com website
With almost 35 Web Based courses to choose from in categories like Fundamentals, Electrical, Engine Controls, Engine Mechanical, Brakes, Steering and Suspension and HVAC, the tyro wrench turner can get a thorough foundation of fundamental knowledge without ever having to leave the dealership. Another benefit is the convenience of the Web Based Format which means the classes can be taken any time and at the appropriate pace for the learner.
Other benefits from participating in the program include;
Helping the inexperienced tech obtain the basic skills to perform maintenance and some repairs to customers' vehicles
Direct just the courses to the personnel that needs them
Grow your own technicians in house
Recruit and retain techs by offering fundamental training in automotive technology and much more!
Still not convinced? Did I mention that the added cost for this curriculum is FREE! That's right, it is all covered under the fee your dealership is already paying for training, so why not take advantage of it. Let your Service Manager or Training Coordinator know that this great info is out there and is theirs for the taking!
For more information or to take the courses visit www.gmtraining.com.
Mik Stubing - Lead Instructor Northeast Region