Smog Tech Inspector Training
There are certain requirement's to become a smog inspector. But the requirements have gotten easier compare to pass years.
For one, there is no experience necessary, you can come from retail selling shoes, flipping burgers a stay a home parent and one day you decide to become a smog Inspector, in my class it's possible.
Smog-Inspector-Training is course for anyone has no experience but for the person who is interested in starting a business or a new career.
Let's go over the Requirements to becoming a License Smog Inspector.
You must take an Engine and Emissions Control Fundamental Class for a minimum of 68hrs. The hours may vary depending on the schools semester or term but you must complete at least 68hrs.
Smog Tech Inspector
Training
You must take an Engine and Emissions Control Fundamental Class for a minimum of 68hrs. The hours may vary depending on the schools semester or term but you must complete at least 68hrs.
There will be a final examination / test that you will need to pass with score 70% or higher.
Once you have accomplish this you are half way through, congratulations.
Now you will now need to take Level 2.
Level 2 Smog Inspector training consist of understanding the Smog Inspection Laws and Regulations.
At the completion of this course will also need to pass a final examination. This course consist of a minimum of 28hrs. Again the time may vary base on the semester or term.
Here at Abram Friedman you can get level 1 and 2 in the same course for a very cheap/reasonable price.
Why pay $1,500.00 - $2,000.00 Dollars?
My name is Nate Davis and I'm the license B.A.R. Smog certified Instructor here at Abram Friedman Occupational Center.
You can find the school at 1646 S Olive St. Los Angeles Ca. 90015
The school's phone number is 1213-765-2400
Our class is a little different from most schools we will perform an actual smog inspections (if available) or you will get to practice performing a smog inspection during the class .
Dyno and the New OIS equipment!
Now if you have the ASE A6, A8 and L1 certifications you can actually bypass level 1 and go straight to level 2.
Now you only need a minimum of 28hrs, complete the course, pass the examination and submit the application and fee to the State Licensing Department.
Once approved you will take the State Licensing Examination.
Once YOU PASS the Inspector State Licensing Examination you may inspect vehicles subject to Smog Check at a licensed Smog Check Station throughout California.
Option 3 is if you have the AA/AS degree in Automotive Technology and have 1 YEAR experience in the engine performance area.
You can also go straight to the level 2 course bypassing Level 1. After passing the course submit the application and test fees to the BAR licensing Unit.
Once approved YOU will qualify for the computer base examination for the State Licensing Examination.
Once YOU PASS the Inspector State Licensing Examination you may inspect vehicles subject to Smog Check at a licensed Smog Check Station throughout California.
If you have a certificate in automotive technology with a min. Of 720 hrs. OF course work that includes a minimum of 280 hours in engine performance area and 1 YEAR experience in the engine performance area.
You can also go straight to the level 2 course bypassing level 1. After passing the course submit the application and test fees to the BAR licensing Unit.
Once approved YOU will qualify for the computer base examination for the State Licensing Examination.
Once YOU PASS the Inspector State Licensing Examination you may inspect vehicles subject to Smog Check at a licensed Smog Check Station throughout California.
You can also bypass level 1 go straight through to the level 2 class.
You can also go straight to the level 2 course bypassing level 1. After passing the course submit the application and test fees to the BAR licensing Unit.
Once approved YOU will qualify for the computer base examination for the State Licensing Examination.
Once YOU PASS the Smog State Licensing Examination you may inspect vehicles subject to Smog Check at a licensed Smog Check Station throughout California.
This page should have answer any questions you may have had if you looking to get a Smog License Class.
But, if you still have questions you can contact me on facebook, twitter and Google Plus:
Again, the school location is in Down Town Los Angeles
Abram Friedman Occupational Center
1646 S Olive St. Los Angeles Ca. 90015
If you look over to the right column you will see the class hours.
Remember other schools are charging FOUR - FIVE times the price and some of them are doing less training.
WHY PAY MORE FOR LESS!!
Nate Davis License Instructor ASE A6, A8, L1 and L3 Certified over 20 years experience in engine performance and Drivability and teaching.
Smog Technician since 1986
Smog Inspector Application:
Application for Smog License
Station Application:
Application for Smog Station
School Website:
1.) Automotive Engine Fundamentals
2.) Automotive Air Intake System
3.) Automotive Spark Control Components
4.) Automotive Emission Components
The links that are listed below will help you with my class examination and in my opinion, the BAR Training smog examination.
Each link below will refer you to a page that has at least one test question. These same links can be seen in the Smog check Reference manuals or the Smog Check Manual which I recommend for you to read.
After Market Catalytic Converter
California Aftermarket Parts Regulation
Emission Control Label missing
Smog Check Starting Conditions
Smog School Equipment Maintenance
Smog Station Responsibility to customer
Smog Technician Training Cost Waivers
Smog Technician Vehicle Identification
Smog Technician Training Vehicle Warranties
Smog Check Unusual Circumstances
Emission Control 1:
B.A.R. Smog Check
Inspector Level 1
(Inspector "Smog" License):
Engine Fundamentals
8am - 12:15 pm
Summer Class
7/5/2022 -8/5/2022
Class # 799065
Emission Control 2:
B.A.R. Smog Check
Inspector Level 2
(Inspector "Smog" License):
Rules and Regulations
8am - 12:15 pm
Summer Classes
7/5/2022 - 8/5/2022
Class # 799067
Engine Performance 1:
8am - 12: 15 pm
Date: TBD
Class # 799069
Engine Performance 2:
B.A.R. Specified Diagnostic
and Repair Training
(Repair "Smog" License)
Time: TBD
Date: TBD
Class # 799071
Emission Control 1
(Inspector "Smog" License):
5:00pm - 8:45 pm
Date: TBD
Class # 799065
Emission Control 2:
(Inspector "Smog" License):
5:00pm - 8:45 pm
Date: TBD
Class # 799065
Exhaust Emissions (Update Class):
5:30 pm - 8:45 pm
Tuesday nights:
Dates: coming soon
Class # 796070