Automotive Service ​Excellence

ASE accreditation is a prestigious, industry-recognized honor awarded to high school and college transportation programs that meet rigorous standards for instruction, curriculum, and facilities. It signifies that teachers hold ASE certifications, participate in ongoing professional development, and deliver hands-on training using a curriculum aligned with ASE industry standards—updated every three years. Accredited programs ensure that facilities, equipment, and tools meet current safety and industry requirements, effectively preparing students for high-skill, high-wage, and high-demand careers in automotive, collision, or diesel technology. [Learn more]

How can WATDA help?

• Industry Partnerships: Build lasting relationships with dealerships and industry leaders across Wisconsin.
• Recognition & Lab Vehicles: Gain visibility with a prominent WATDA Foundation banner, annual acknowledgment in the title block, and entered into a drawing for lab vehicles at the WTEA Conference.
• Expert Support: Benefit from personalized guidance provided by the WATDA Foundation ASE Field Manager.
• Accreditation Support: Receive assistance in navigating and planning the accreditation process. Read the simplified version here.

For more information about ASE-accredited schools, or if you're interested in becoming one, please contact:

Aaron Troxell
State Education Manager/ ASE Field Manager
(815) 821-5737
[email protected]

Wisconsin ASE Accredited Schools

Below is a list of ASE accredited and respective teachers in Wisconsin. These schools have proven their efforts to promote high quality transportation programs across the state.

High Schools​ Secondary

Beloit Memorial High School 
Instructor: Guy Olson 
Master certified, Service Consultant, & G1 

Grafton High School 
Instructor: Nic Fullington 
A4, A5, A6 & G1

Green Bay East High School 
Instructor: Ben Hendricks 
Master certified, L1 & G1 

​Jefferson High School 
Instructor: EJ Pilarski 
Master Certified, X1 

​Marshfield High School 
Instructor: Troy Kumm 
A1, A4, A5, A6, A8, G1 

​Sun Prairie High School 
Instructor: Jim Halvorson 
Master & G1

McFarland High School 
Instructor: Brian Hawn 
G1, A4, A5, A6  

 Oregon High School 

Vel Phillips Memorial High School 
Instructor: Miles Tokheim 
Master & G1 

Freedom High School
Instructor: Jay Abitz
​B3
Program: Collision Repair Technician

​Fun Fact!
​Freedom High School is proud to host the nation’s first ASE-accredited high school Collision Repair Fundamentals program. Under the guidance of instructor Jay Abitz, this groundbreaking program sets the standard for excellence in collision repair education at the high school level.​

College Post-Secondary  [details]