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 Oct. 22 to 31, 2026 Classroom Thurs., Oct. 22 6 to 10 p.m. and Sat., Oct. 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 Nov. 12 to 21, 2026 Classroom Thurs., Nov. 12 6 to 10 p.m. and Sat., Nov. 14 and 21 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 Dec. 10 to 19, 2026 Classroom Thurs., Dec. 10 6 to 10 p.m. and Sat., Dec. 12 and 19 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 January 21 to 30, 2027 Classroom Thursday, January 21 6 to 10 p.m. Saturday, January 23 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (1 hour lunch) and Saturday, January 30 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (1/2 hour lunch) | Career and Advanced Technology Center 4750 Market Street | $200 | Register Now |
| Thursday and Saturdays February 18 to 27, 2027 Classroom Thursday, February 18 6 to 10 p.m. Saturday, February 20 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (1 hour lunch) and Saturday, February 27 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (1/2 hour lunch) | Career and Advanced Technology Center 4750 Market Street | $200 | Register Now |
| Thursday and Saturdays March 18 to 27, 2027 Classroom Thursday, March 18 6 to 10 p.m. Saturday, March 20 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (1 hour lunch) and Saturday, March 27 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (1/2 hour lunch) | Career and Advanced Technology Center 4750 Market Street | $200 | Register Now |
| Thursday and Saturdays April 22 to May 1, 2027 Classroom Thursday, April 22 6 to 10 p.m. Saturday, April 24 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (1 hour lunch) and Saturday, May 1 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (1/2 hour lunch) | Career and Advanced Technology Center 4750 Market Street | $200 | Register Now |
| Thursday and Saturdays May 27 to June 5, 2027 Classroom Thursday, May 27 6 to 10 p.m. Saturday, May 29 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (1 hour lunch) and Saturday, June 5 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (1/2 hour lunch) | Career and Advanced Technology Center 4750 Market Street | $200 | Register Now |
| Thursday and Saturdays June 24 to July 3, 2027 Classroom Thursday, June 24 6 to 10 p.m. Saturday, June 26 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (1 hour lunch) and Saturday, July 3 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (1/2 hour lunch) | Career and Advanced Technology Center 4750 Market Street | $200 | Register Now |
| Thursday and Saturdays July 22 to 31, 2027 Classroom Thursday, July 22 6 to 10 p.m. Saturday, July 24 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (1 hour lunch) and Saturday, July 31 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (1/2 hour lunch) | Career and Advanced Technology Center 4750 Market Street | $200 | Register Now |
| Thursday and Saturdays August 26 to September 4, 2027 Classroom Thursday, August 26 6 to 10 p.m. Saturday, August 28 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (1 hour lunch) and Saturday, September 4 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (1/2 hour lunch) | Career and Advanced Technology Center 4750 Market Street | $200 | 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.