The scored portion of the test consists of 45 questions. There is also an unscored portion of the test consisting of the same number of questions, which are included for statistical research purposes. Although these questions will not affect the test score, all test questions must be answered since test candidates will not know whether a specific question is scored or not. It s another example of ASE responding to the industry it serves by keeping the technicians best interests in mind. To earn certification in this new specialty area, a technician must achieve a passing score on the test, and have two years of hands-on experience as a truck equipment technician.
Certification is good for five years.
Technicians must recertify at that point in order to keep their credential current. ASE, a national, non-profit organization, was founded in 1972 to help improve the quality of automotive service and repair through the voluntary testing and certification of automotive technicians. More than 410,000 ASE-certified automobile, truck, and collision repair technicians, engine machinists and parts specialists work in dealerships, independent shops, service stations, auto parts stores, fleets, schools, and colleges.