Florida Automotive Technician License: Requirements, Cost & Timeline
No state license is required for this trade in Florida. Here is what you actually need, and where the local rules still apply.
Do you need a license?
Florida does not license this trade at the state level. That does not mean no rules apply — counties and cities may require a local business licence or registration, and employers may require certifications that are not government-issued. If you plan to contract directly with the public, check the local requirements for the city or county you will work in.
Steps to get licensed
- No state license is required to work as an automotive technician.
- The employer (repair shop) must register with the county tax collector under the Florida Motor Vehicle Repair Act.
- ASE certification is a voluntary industry credential, not a state license.
- Positions involving refrigerant handling (Section 609) or state inspections carry separate federal or program requirements.
What it costs
The figures below are what the state charges. Training is separate and quotes vary by provider — a community-college programme and a private trade school can differ by thousands for the same licence.
Fee amounts for Florida were not published in a form we could verify. Use the official page below for the current schedule.
Full cost breakdown for Florida →
What it pays in Florida
Median annual wage for Automotive Technician in Florida: $49,530 ($23.81/hour), across 46,210 jobs. That is the midpoint — half of people in this trade earn more, half less.
Pay detail for Florida, and how it compares →
Other states
| State | State fees | Time | Median pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | — | — | $61,420 |
| Texas | — | — | $51,250 |
Common questions
Do you need a license to be a Automotive Technician in Florida?
No state license is required.
How much does a Automotive Technician license cost in Florida?
The state does not publish a fee schedule we could verify.
How long does it take to get a Automotive Technician license in Florida?
The board does not publish a fixed hour requirement.
What does a Automotive Technician make in Florida?
The median is $49,530 a year ($23.81 an hour) statewide, per BLS OEWS May 2024.
Sources
- http://www.leg.state.fl.us/statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&URL=0500-0599/0559/Sections/0559.904.html“Each motor vehicle repair shop engaged or attempting to engage in the business of motor vehicle repair work must register with the department prior to doing business in this state.”
- https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/licensing-and-regulation/“Construction Industry”