Auto mechanic schools in Castle Rock, CO

5 schools within 30 miles of Castle Rock, CO offer automotive technician programs, and the closest is Arapahoe Community College in Littleton, 18 miles away. Auto mechanics in Colorado earn a median $61,280 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
5
Closest
18 mi
Public colleges
4
Median pay in CO
$61,280

5 automotive technician schools within 30 mi of Castle Rock, CO

School results

  1. Arapahoe Community College

    Littleton, CO · 18 mi · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Medical assistant
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • +12
  2. Pickens Technical College

    Aurora, CO · 24 mi · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +18
  3. Emily Griffith Technical College

    Denver, CO · 27 mi · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • HVAC technician
    • Carpentry
    • +14
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  5. Lincoln College of Technology-Denver

    Denver, CO · 28 mi · Private

    • Automotive technician
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +3
  6. Red Rocks Community College

    Lakewood, CO · 29 mi · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +20

What auto mechanics earn in Colorado

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Median pay
$61,280
$29.46 an hour
Typical range
$39,550–$93,830
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in CO
12,300
Job growth, 2025–35
+5%
66,200 openings a year (U.S.)

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the closest automotive technician schools to Castle Rock?

The closest are Arapahoe Community College (Littleton, 18 mi), Pickens Technical College (Aurora, 24 mi), and Emily Griffith Technical College (Denver, 27 mi). In total, 5 schools within 30 miles teach automotive technician.

How much do automotive technician programs near Castle Rock cost?

For the 5 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $6,600 to $32,423. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do auto mechanics make near Castle Rock?

Across Colorado, the median pay is $61,280 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.

How do I choose a automotive technician school in Castle Rock?

Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.