2026 Instructor Conference Coming in July – Register Today!
The 2026 ASE Education Foundation Instructor Training Conference is July 20 – 23, 2026 at the Embassy Suites in Frisco (Dallas), TX.
Every high school or college auto, collision, or truck instructor can get 20+ hours of technical update training, connect with industry peers, and much more! This conference provides an opportunity for CTE instructors to learn, adapt and evolve to meet the needs of tomorrow’s technical talent, improve educational outcomes and engage with industry partners to support the CTE programs nationwide.
ASE Entry-Level testing & Accreditation Price Increase for 2026-2027
All 2025-26 Testing Ends June 30 — Please plan to complete all testing for this school year by June 30th. All seat licenses must be used in the school year in which they were purchased. You should also print all needed certificates and reports by this date. All 2nd attempts may be assigned 8 days after the 1st attempt is completed.
ASE System Maintenance Window – July 1 Through July 31
Reminder: There will be no user access to the system for purchasing, testing, certificates, or reports during this time.
2026-27 School Year Purchases Begin August 1 — Prices will change for 2026-2027 school year. One seat license allows a student to take any or all tests in one series (auto, truck, or collision repair) twice for one single fee. ASE Accredited programs receive preferred pricing. You can also save when you purchase bundles of seats at once.
ASE Entry Level Testing 2026-27 School Year (starting July 1, 2026)
| Number of Seat Licenses | ASE Accredited Programs | Non-Accredited Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Single seat | $47 | $57 |
| Bundle of 30 seats | $1,350 (equal to $45 each) | $1,650 (equal to $55 each) |
| Bundle of 50 seats | $2,150 (equal to $43 each) | $2,650 (equal to $53 each) |
| Bundle of 100 seats | $4,200 (equal to $42 each) | $5,200 (equal to $52 each) |
| Bundle of 200 seats | $8,200 (equal to $41 each) | $10,200 (equal to $51 each) |
Important Reminder: All seats must be used in the school year in which they are purchased. Complete all your 2025-26 testing by June 30th, then wait until August 1st or later to purchase your 2026-27 seats. Also, all students have an opportunity to obtain the professional level G1 – Maintenance & Light Repair by being with a currently accredited program, student has successfully passed the 8 specific tests, and claim the award through their student dashboard. Visit the Entry Level Testing page for details.
SkillsUSA’s National Leadership & Skills Conference (NLSC)
Congratulations on your participation in your state SkillsUSA competition! We look forward to seeing you and your students compete against the best of the best in Atlanta, Georgia June 1-5!
APPEX Student Program
AAPEX is taking place on November 3-6, 2026 at the Venetian in Las Vegas, Nevada.
We are again offering the opportunity for students to gain valuable real-world exposure to the automotive aftermarket industry. You can learn more about this year’s opportunities here, including information on our student engine assembly competition, the full schedule, FAQ and more.
FREE ASE Technical Training Webinars
Here is another way to get technical update training, and the hours all count toward your 20-hour ASE accreditation requirement. Technical webinars are presented live by ASE industry partners, typically every Tuesday during the school year. Not sure you can attend the live session? Register to receive an email after the live session with details on how to view a recorded version and receive a certificate. These webinars can also be shared with the class!
