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
Jan 25, 2024 to Feb 3, 2024

Classroom
Thurs., Jan 25, 2024
6:00 PM to 10:00 PM
and
Sat., Jan 27, 2024
8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
(1 hour lunch)

Tactile Exam (scheduled by faculty)
Sat., Feb 03, 2024
8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
(1/2 hour lunch)

Career and Advanced Technology Center

Located at the southeast corner of 48th and Market.

$170 Register Now
Thursday and Saturdays
Feb 22, 2024 to Mar 02, 2024

Classroom
Thurs., Feb 22, 2024
6:00 PM to 10:00 PM
and
Sat., Feb. 24, 2024
8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
(1 hour lunch)

Tactile Exam (scheduled by faculty)
Sat., Mar 02, 2024
8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
(1/2 hour lunch)

Career and Advanced Technology Center

Located at the southeast corner of 48th and Market.

$170 Register Now
Thursday and Saturdays
Mar 21, 2024 to Mar 30, 2024

Classroom
Thurs., Mar 21, 2024
6:00 PM to 10:00 PM
and
Sat., Mar 23, 2024
8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
(1 hour lunch)

Tactile Exam (scheduled by faculty)
Sat., Mar 30, 2024
8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
(1/2 hour lunch)

Career and Advanced Technology Center

Located at the southeast corner of 48th and Market.

$170 Register Now
Thursday and Saturdays
Apr 18, 2024 to Apr 27, 2024

Classroom
Thurs., Apr 18, 2024
6:00 PM to 10:00 PM
and
Sat., Apr 20, 2024
8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
(1 hour lunch)

Tactile Exam (scheduled by faculty)
Sat., Apr 27, 2024
8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
(1/2 hour lunch)

Career and Advanced Technology Center

Located at the southeast corner of 48th and Market.

$170 Register Now
Thursday and Saturdays
May 09, 2024 to May 18, 2024

Classroom
Thurs., May 09, 2024
6:00 PM to 10:00 PM
and
Sat., May 11, 2024
8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
(1 hour lunch)

Tactile Exam (scheduled by faculty)
Sat., May 18, 2024
8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
(1/2 hour lunch)

Career and Advanced Technology Center

Located at the southeast corner of 48th and Market.

$170 Register Now
Thursday and Saturdays
Jun 13, 2024 to June 22, 2024

Classroom
Thurs., Jun 13, 2024
6:00 PM to 10:00 PM
and
Sat., Jun 15, 2024
8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
(1 hour lunch)

Tactile Exam (scheduled by faculty)
Sat., Jun 22, 2024
8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
(1/2 hour lunch)

Career and Advanced Technology Center

Located at the southeast corner of 48th and Market.

$170 Register Now
Thursday and Saturdays
Jul 18, 2024 to Jul 27, 2024

Classroom
Thurs., Jul 18, 2024
6:00 PM to 10:00 PM
and
Sat., Jul 20, 2024
8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
(1 hour lunch)

Tactile Exam (scheduled by faculty)
Sat., Jul 27, 2024
8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
(1/2 hour lunch)

Career and Advanced Technology Center

Located at the southeast corner of 48th and Market.

$170 Register Now
Thursday and Saturdays
Aug 15, 2024 to Aug 24, 2024

Classroom
Thurs., Aug 15, 2024
6:00 PM to 10:00 PM
and
Sat., Aug 17, 2024
8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
(1 hour lunch)

Tactile Exam (scheduled by faculty)
Sat., Aug 24, 2024
8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
(1/2 hour lunch)

Career and Advanced Technology Center

Located at the southeast corner of 48th and Market.

$170 Register Now

 Course Hours: 10 Hours + 1 Hour Exam