The Honda professional automotive career training (PACT) program can be pursued as a certificate of completion or as an associate degree. Stark State’s Honda PACT option is an integral part of the comprehensive automotive technology program. Students selecting the Honda PACT option begin by enrolling in the comprehensive automotive technology program and select either a certificate of completion option or an associate degree path. As the student successfully completes the related technical courses in the comprehensive program, they will concurrently take the Honda modules.

The Honda PACT program is designed exclusively for the student who is seeking a career as a service technician at a Honda/Acura dealership. The Honda PACT curriculum is produced by American Honda Motor Company, Inc. It prepares the student for a career with Honda by providing Honda’s core certification courses that are needed for advancement at a Honda/Acura dealership.

The Honda PACT curriculum is a blend of classroom theory and hands-on lab assignments. The curriculum follows both the ASE and NATEF guidelines. This allows the student to pursue ASE certification.

Since students will be on a one-year or two-year path, the sequence of Honda classes may vary from one semester to the next based on the individual students needs. Honda PACT classes are scheduled to run on selected Fridays throughout each semester, including the summer, and are a full day in length.