PennDOT - Safety Inspection Mechanic Training
This Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Transportation Safety Inspection Mechanic training course instructs participants to inspect motor vehicles under the Vehicle Equipment and Inspection Regulations. Both written and hands-on tactile examinations must be passed for successful completion of the course. All materials are provided. Bring photo ID/driver's license to class.
Safety Inspection Cat III licenses (Buses/Trucks) will only be available during the months of April thru September.
Note: The 60-minute tactile exam is scheduled additionally at a designated time and date after the last class date. If registering online, download a copy of the training manual and review before the start of class.
Learning Outcomes - Upon successful completion of this course candidates will be certified for the Pennsylvania state inspection license and have a proficient understanding of the following policies and procedures:
- Inspection station obligations and responsibilities.
- Operations of tools and equipment
- Recording inspection information
- Ordering of certificates
- Violations and suspensions
Course Dates and Times
| Date and Times | Location | Course Cost/Fees | Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday and Saturdays Dec. 11 to 20, 2025 Classroom Thurs., Dec. 11, 2025 6 to 10 p.m. and Sat., Dec. 13 & 20, 2025 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (1 hour lunch) | Career and Advanced Technology Center 4750 Market Street | $170 | Register Now |
| Thursday and Saturdays Jan. 22 to 31, 2026 Classroom Thurs., Jan. 22 6 to 10 p.m. and Sat., Jan. 24 and 31 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (1 hour lunch) | Career and Advanced Technology Center 4750 Market Street | $170 | Register Now |
| Thursday and Saturdays Feb. 19 to 28, 2026 Classroom Thurs., Feb. 19 6 to 10 p.m. and Sat., Feb. 21 and 28 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (1 hour lunch) | Career and Advanced Technology Center 4750 Market Street | $170 | Register Now |
| Thursday and Saturdays March 19 to 28, 2026 Classroom Thurs., March 19 6 to 10 p.m. and Sat., March 21 and 28 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (1 hour lunch) | Career and Advanced Technology Center 4750 Market Street | $170 | Register Now |
| Thursday and Saturdays Apr. 16 to 25, 2026 Classroom Thurs., Apr. 16 6 to 10 p.m. and Sat., Apr. 18 and 25 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (1 hour lunch) | Career and Advanced Technology Center 4750 Market Street | $170 | Register Now |
| Thursday and Saturdays May 14 to 23, 2026 Classroom Thurs., May 14 6 to 10 p.m. and Sat., May 16 and 23 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (1 hour lunch) | Career and Advanced Technology Center 4750 Market Street | $170 | Register Now |
| Thursday and Saturdays June 11 to 20, 2026 Classroom Thurs., June 11 6 to 10 p.m. and Sat., June 13 and 20 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (1 hour lunch) | Career and Advanced Technology Center 4750 Market Street | $170 | Register Now |
| Thursday and Saturdays July 16 to 25, 2026 Classroom Thurs., July 16 6 to 10 p.m. and Sat., July 18 and 25 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (1 hour lunch) | Career and Advanced Technology Center 4750 Market Street | $170 | Register Now |
| Thursday and Saturdays Aug. 13 to 22, 2026 Classroom Thurs., Dec. 11, 2025 6 to 10 p.m. and Sat., Aug. 15 and 22 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (1 hour lunch) | Career and Advanced Technology Center 4750 Market Street | $170 | Register Now |
Course Hours: 10 Hours + 1 Hour Exam
Noncredit Program Refund Policy
Refunds for noncredit programs will be granted if the class is canceled or if you withdraw no later than the day before the first class. Refunds are not available after class begins.