Miami-Dade 16-hour mechanic continuing education
A 16-hour course for Miami-Dade County mechanics who need their annual continuing education, taught in English or Spanish by instructor Luis Arboleda.
Who it's for
- Mechanics registered in Miami-Dade County who need their annual continuing education
- Apprentices working at a registered shop under a certified mechanic's supervision
- Mechanics who prefer to learn in Spanish
The County requirement, in plain language
16
hours per year
32
hours for a 2-year renewal
Rules can change. Confirm current requirements with Miami-Dade RER / Consumer Protection: official County page.
Superior Automotive Training does not claim to be a County-approved provider, and the County does not automatically accept any certificate. Ask RER what documentation they accept.
What the 16-hour course includes
If you work in Miami-Dade County as a certified or apprentice mechanic/technician, you must complete 16 hours of continuing education annually to maintain your registration with the Department of Regulatory and Economic Resources (RER). This course is designed to help you complete that requirement with ASE-aligned technical content delivered by instructor Luis Arboleda. Apprentices must be employed by a registered repair facility and supervised by a certified mechanic.
Module 1 — Regulatory & Professional Standards
- Miami-Dade RER registration requirements for certified and apprentice mechanics
- Record keeping and documentation for annual renewal
- ASE certification paths and continuing-education alignment
Module 2 — Engine Systems & Performance
- ASE A1 Engine Repair review: diagnosis, heads, blocks, lubrication and cooling
- ASE A8 Engine Performance: drivability, fuel, ignition, and emissions
- Scan-tool data interpretation and shop case studies
Module 3 — Electrical, HVAC, Brakes & Chassis
- ASE A6 Electrical systems review: circuits, wiring diagrams, and diagnostics
- ASE A7 HVAC fundamentals and service procedures
- ASE A4/A5 steering, suspension, and brake system updates
Module 4 — Transmission, Drive Train & Diesel
- ASE A2/A3 automatic and manual drive-train fundamentals
- ASE A9 Light Vehicle Diesel overview
- Safety practices, hybrid awareness, and final assessment
- Live instruction with Luis Arboleda
- 16 hours of technical content
- SAT Certificate of Completion
- Tuition: $275
Certificate of Completion vs. your County registration
When you finish you receive a Superior Automotive Training Certificate of Completion confirming you completed our training. It is not a Miami-Dade County or RER license or registration, and it is not ASE certification or issued by ASE.
Also working toward ASE certification? See our ASE test prep in Miami or the full course catalog.
Frequently asked questions
Based on the County's public information, 16 hours per year, and a 2-year renewal requires 32 hours. Confirm current rules with Miami-Dade RER / Consumer Protection before you register.
We don't claim that. Superior Automotive Training does not claim to be a County-approved provider. Ask RER what documentation they accept for your renewal.
No. It's a continuing-education course. ASE certification requires passing ASE's official tests; we offer A1–A9 prep separately.
Yes. There is an English section and a Spanish section, each $275.