ASE Profile

The independent, non-profit National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) was established in 1972 so consumers would be able to distinguish between incompetent and competent mechanics.

It is ASE's mission to improve the quality of vehicle repair and service by testing and providing certification of repair and service professionals.

Currently there are about 420,000 professionals that are certified to work in every segment of the automotive service industry: service stations technicians, truck and car and dealerships, independent garages, fleets, franchises, and more.

To become ASA certified one must pass an exam stressing job-related skills and provide proof of two years of relevant work experience, and to remain certified they must take the test over every five years.

Look for the ASE Blue Seal of Excellence® logo on auto repair shops that have completed ASE certification.