Learn foundational automotive service and repair skills in an evening course for adults, with a school-described option to earn Riverside City College credit through the required articulation process.
Tuition
Tuition-free
Format
In person, evening
Length / pace
One semester; next listed session January 5–May 28, 2027
Next listed class January 5–May 28, 2027; application dates November 30–December 4, 2026
Where this can take you
Your selected program
Automotive maintenance and repair
Adult school course with Riverside City College articulated credit · Riverside Adult School
Official program information
Review Riverside Adult School automotive program information
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What still needs confirmation
The page describes a pathway to an ASE exam and articulated RCC credit, not guaranteed exam success or a separate RCC degree award. Confirm the current articulated course details and incidental costs.
Selection may use a lottery if there are more qualified applicants than seats.
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Requirements and course information
No program cost stated; verify any incidental expenses with the school · One semester; next listed session January 5–May 28, 2027
Required: For this adult course, applicants must be 18 or older and no longer eligible to attend high school. A reading placement exam score of 238 (exited from advanced) or higher is required. The school describes application, placement testing, and possible lottery selection if qualified applicants exceed available places.
Confirm with school: The next listed registration period is November 30–December 4, 2026. Confirm dates and available space with Riverside Adult School.
The school describes this as one semester, meeting three evenings weekly. Students are required to complete the RCC articulated-credit process; the school states successful students earn four RCC units. The page says students completing the course are prepared to take the ASE Maintenance and Light Repair exam. This does not guarantee passing the exam, a license, or employment.
MLR I: Maintenance and Light Repair I (Published course; foundation in safety, shop operations, engine fundamentals, and technician skills)
Sources
Riverside Adult School Automotive Repair Program: https://ras.riversideunified.org/career-education/automotive-repair-program
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