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Universal Technical Institute (UTI) in Orlando, Florida, is a vocational school located near Daytona Beach that offers automotive and diesel technician training for aspiring professionals. Our industry-aligned curriculum helps prepare students to test for professional certification and acquire the skills needed to pursue entry-level positions upon graduation.1
TRAIN AT UTI NEAR DAYTONA BEACH, FL
Our Orlando, FL, trade school helps students take important steps on their career paths. The Automotive and Diesel technician training programs at UTI Orlando practice a blended-learning model that mimics on-the-job training.18 Students follow online instructor-led training and then apply what they learn in labs furnished with current equipment and technology.
Both programs last less than one year,7 and graduates receive either an occupational associate degree (OAD) or a diploma. The Auto and Diesel programs at UTI Orlando are also accredited by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Education Foundation, meaning students are prepared to test for ASE certification. Program graduates are prepared to complete ASE examinations and can substitute their training for one year of the two years of work experience required for ASE certification. And all UTI instructors are ASE certified and can offer valuable mentorship!
PROGRAMS OFFERED AT UTI NEAR DAYTONA BEACH, FL
Automotive Mechanic Training Near Daytona Beach, FL
The Orlando automotive school teaches students automotive service and repair fundamentals in just 51 weeks.7 Students learn about engines, powertrains, steering and suspension systems, and more. Graduates earn an occupational associate degree (OAD) and can begin pursuing entry-level auto tech careers.1
Diesel Mechanic Training Near Daytona Beach, FL
UTI’s Orlando diesel mechanic school is just 45 weeks7 and provides students with foundational knowledge for diesel maintenance and repairs. Students embark on courses that cover electrical applications, fuel systems, engines, brakes, drivetrains and more. Program graduates earn diplomas.
SPECIALIZED TRAINING PROGRAMS OFFERED AT UTI NEAR DAYTONA BEACH, FL
Our vocational school in Orlando offers three Manufacturer-Specific Advanced Training (MSAT) programs with leading brands that can help sharpen students’ skill sets.11 Learn more about them below:
DIRECTIONS FROM DAYTONA BEACH, FL, TO UTI ORLANDO
Our Orlando trade school is about 70 minutes south of Daytona Beach, depending on traffic conditions. Get here by following these steps (this route requires tolls):
- Get on I-4 West (6.3 miles)
- Head southeast on South Ridgewood Avenue toward West International Speedway Boulevard (2.1 miles)
- Turn right on Beville Road (4 miles)
- Continue straight to stay on Beville Road (0.2 miles)
- Continue onto I-4 West. Take I-4 Express to US-17 South/US-441 South/US-92 West/Highway 17 South in Orange County. Take Exit 254 from Florida’s Turnpike (61.8 miles)
- Continue onto I-4 West (signs for I-95 South/Miami/Deland/Orlando) (37.3 miles)
- Keep left to continue onto the I-4 Express (6.2 miles)
- Keep left at the fork to stay on the I-4 Express (9.7 miles)
- Keep left at the fork to stay on the I-4 Express (2.3 miles)
- Take the left exit toward Miami (1 mile)
- Merge onto Florida’s Turnpike (4.1 miles)
- Use the right two lanes to take Exit 254 toward US-17 South/US-441 South/US-92 West/Highway 17 South (0.5 miles)
- Keep left at the fork to continue toward US-17 South/US-441 South/US-92 West/Highway 17 South (0.3 miles)
- Keep left and follow the signs for US-17 South/US-441 South/U.S-92 West/FL-528 West/Kissimmee and merge onto US-17 South/US-441 South/US-92 West/Highway 17 South (0.5 miles)
- Continue on US-17 South/US-441 South/US-92 West/Highway 17 South (0.9 miles)
- Merge onto US-17 South/US-441 South/US-92 West/Highway 17 South (0.7 miles)
- Turn right onto West Taft Vineland Road (0.2 miles)
- Turn left at American Eagle Way (151 feet)
UTI ORLANDO CAMPUS LOCATION
2202 West Taft Vineland Road
Orlando, FL 32837
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407-240-2422 | Campus
800-834-7308 | Admissions
866-247-1928 | Financial Aid
800-342-9253 | Student Services
321-281-9740 | Career Services
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STUDENT SERVICES
Here at UTI Orlando, we provide students with the resources they need to pursue an auto or diesel tech career. Learn about a few of our Support Services below:
Housing Assistance
Don’t let the stress of relocating dim your excitement to begin trade school! Instead, contact our Housing Assistance department — our team's collaboration with Compass Rose can help you look for affordable shared or independent housing.
Career Services
Need assistance looking for part-time employment that can help cover your living expenses? Reach out to our Career Services department.1
Financial Aid
UTI’s Financial Aid department works with students to find scholarships, grants and other financial aid that could be used to help cover school-related expenses.10