LAWRENCEVILLE – Gwinnett Technical College proudly announces a new partnership with Mazda North American Operations to launch the Mazda Automotive Student Training (MAST) program. This innovative program educates students, provides career training, and prepares graduates with the skills necessary to excel as technicians at Mazda dealerships.

The MAST program aims to create Mazda Senior Certified Technicians by offering a comprehensive curriculum combining classroom instruction and hands-on experience. As part of their coursework, students will apprentice with Senior Technicians or Master Mazda Technicians at local Mazda dealerships. Upon graduation, students will achieve the rank of Mazda Senior Technician, ready to embark on successful careers in the automotive industry.
The MAST program provides students access to Mazda’s Certified and senior-level technician training, hands-on experience with current Mazda vehicles, and advanced diagnostic tools. Students will gain a deep understanding of dealership systems and resources and have direct connections with partnered Mazda dealerships for internship and employment opportunities.
This partnership marks the first of its kind in Georgia and highlights Gwinnett Technical College’s commitment to providing cutting-edge educational opportunities for its students.
Dr. D. Glen Cannon, president of Gwinnett Technical College, stated, “Anytime we have a global player that becomes a part of our College, it is a tremendous achievement for our students and community. Mazda is a global leader, and when we can connect with global leaders with a sustainable, qualified workforce to help meet their workforce demands, everyone benefits.”
Gwinnett Technical College’s Automotive Technology program is nationally recognized and fully accredited by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation in Automotive Service Excellence. Renowned as one of the best programs in the country, Gwinnett Tech’s automotive technology graduates are highly sought after in the job market. The program, which takes two years to complete, boasts a 100% job placement rate, underscoring its quality and excellence.
Visit Gwinnett Technical College’s Automotive Technology programs for more information about GwinnettTech.edu.
If you or someone you know is interested in more information on the Mazda Automotive Student Training program, please visit https://www.mazdausa.com/site/mazda-automotive-student-training
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About Gwinnett Tech: Gwinnett Technical College, one of Georgia’s largest technical colleges, is committed to delivering relevant knowledge to meet the workforce training needs of its community. The college offers over 140 associate degrees, diplomas, certificate programs, and hundreds of seminars, workshops, and courses providing specialized training. Gwinnett Tech is Gwinnett County’s largest corporate training provider and serves residents and businesses in north Fulton County. Gwinnett Technical College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award the associate degree. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097, or call for questions about the accreditation of Gwinnett Technical College. In addition, some college programs hold separate licensure or accreditation status with appropriate agencies. For more information, visit GwinnettTech.edu. A unit of the Technical College System of Georgia.