Parts Specialist - Medium/Heavy Truck Parts Specialist (P1)
Credential: Parts Specialist - Medium/Heavy Truck Parts Specialist (P1)
Credentialing Agency: National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)
Renewal Period: 5 years
The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Parts Specialist - Medium/Heavy Truck Parts Specialist (P1) certification is for individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to work competently as a parts specialist in a wholesale, retail, or fleet environment. Medium/Heavy Truck Parts Specialists possess knowledge about a wide range of component systems as well as communication, sales, and inventory management skills. To earn the Parts Specialist - Medium/Heavy Truck Parts Specialist (P1) certification, candidates must have two years of work experience specifically related to parts counter work and pass a written exam.
More information can be found on the certifying agency's website.
Parts Specialist - Medium/Heavy Truck Parts Specialist (P1)
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility Requirements (View Details)
- Credential Prerequisite
- Experience: 2 years
- Education
- Training
- Membership
- Other
- Fee
Note: This credential may have multiple options for becoming eligible. Listed are the minimum requirements based on the minimum degree required. To view other options, see the Eligibility tab.
Exam Requirements (View Details)
- Exam
- Written Exam
- Oral Exam
- Practical Exam
- Performance Assessment
RECERTIFICATION SUMMARY
Renewal Period: 5 years
AGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION
National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)
1503 Edwards Ferry Road, NE
Suite 401
Leesburg, VA 20176
Phone: (800) 390-6789
Fax: (703) 669-6127
Email: contactus@ase.com
Experience REQUIREMENTS
Candidates must have two years of work experience specifically related to parts counter work (not hands-on automotive repair).
Written Exam
- Communications Skills (10%)
- Sales Skills (13%)
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Vehicle Systems (67%)
- Brakes
- Electrical Systems
- Drive Train
- Suspension and Steering
- Cab/Sleeper Heating and Air Conditioning
- Engines
- Inventory Management (10%)
Exam Preparation Resources
There are a number of resources available to help you prepare for the Parts Specialist - Medium/Heavy Truck Parts Specialist (P1) examination:
- Best Sources
- General References
Testing Information
Testing for this credential is handled by Prometric. The test centers are located in the U.S.
To find out more, use the following links on the Prometric website:
For more information on the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) testing process, visit the agency website.
RECERTIFICATION
Parts Specialist - Medium/Heavy Truck Parts Specialist (P1)
Renewal Period: 5 years