Auto body schools in Reading, PA

3 schools within 30 miles of Reading, PA offer auto body & collision repair programs, and the closest is Automotive Training Center-Exton in Exton, 25 miles away. Auto body technicians in Pennsylvania earn a median $53,660 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
3
Closest
25 mi
Public colleges
2
Median pay in PA
$53,660

3 auto body & collision repair schools within 30 mi of Reading, PA

School results

  1. Automotive Training Center-Exton

    Exton, PA · 25 mi · Private

    • Auto body & collision repair
    • Automotive technician
    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic

  2. Lehigh Career & Technical Institute

    Schnecksville, PA · 28 mi · Public

    • Auto body & collision repair
    • Carpentry
    • CNC machining
    • +4

  3. Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology

    Lancaster, PA · 28 mi · Public

    • Auto body & collision repair
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +10

What auto body technicians earn in Pennsylvania

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

Auto body technician salary in PennsylvaniaHow to become an auto body technician

Median pay
$53,660
$25.80 an hour
Typical range
$34,840–$78,310
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in PA
6,650
Job growth, 2025–35
+3.7%
12,600 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 auto body & collision repair schools to Reading?

The closest are Automotive Training Center-Exton (Exton, 25 mi), Lehigh Career & Technical Institute (Schnecksville, 28 mi), and Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology (Lancaster, 28 mi). In total, 3 schools within 30 miles teach auto body & collision repair.

How much do auto body & collision repair programs near Reading cost?

For the 3 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $12,578 to $23,735. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do auto body technicians make near Reading?

Across Pennsylvania, the median pay is $53,660 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.

How do I choose a auto body & collision repair school in Reading?

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.

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