The Associate of Applied Science degree in Automotive Technology is designed for those who wish to work as a service technician, diagnostician, or manufacturing representative in the automotive repair industry. Students seeking additional credentials may pursue the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Automotive Technician Certification examinations, A/C Refrigerant Recovery License, and Virginia state inspection license. Tidewater Community College, in partnership with industry leaders, also offers programs designed for those who plan to work with specific automobile dealerships. The Honda Professional Automotive Career Training (PACT), Ford Automotive Student Service Education Training (ASSET), Mopar (Chrysler) Career Automotive Program (MCAP), and the Toyota Technician Training and Education Network (T-TEN) are available within the Associate of Applied Science degree, providing advanced knowledge of specific technologies related to these vehicles.