ATEC General Aviation Maintenance Credential
Validating Knowledge. Empowering Pathways. Strengthening Programs.
In partnership with Choose Aerospace, ATEC facilitates an industry-recognized certification that verifies a student’s knowledge of the general subject areas outlined in the FAA Mechanic Airman Certification Standards.
About the Credential
This credential marks the successful completion of the Choose Aerospace general aviation maintenance curriculum. To earn it, students must complete all twelve Choose Aerospace courses, receive their teacher's endorsement, and pass a comprehensive written exam with a score of 75% or higher, demonstrating their mastery of the general knowledge required for FAA mechanic certification.Purpose and Value
The ATEC credential supports aviation workforce development by:
• Providing third-party validation of foundational aviation maintenance knowledge.
• Enhancing employability for high school and adult learners seeking non-certificated technician roles.
• Enabling credit for prior learning at participating FAA-certificated aviation maintenance technician schools (see a list of partner schools).
• Supporting secondary and CTE programs with a measurable, standardized outcome that aligns with FAA expectations.
Testing and Proctoring Requirements
• Providing third-party validation of foundational aviation maintenance knowledge.
• Enhancing employability for high school and adult learners seeking non-certificated technician roles.
• Enabling credit for prior learning at participating FAA-certificated aviation maintenance technician schools (see a list of partner schools).
• Supporting secondary and CTE programs with a measurable, standardized outcome that aligns with FAA expectations.
Testing and Proctoring Requirements
To maintain the integrity of the testing process, exams must be proctored by an approved Choose Aerospace program (see the detailed proctoring guide here). ATEC facilitates credential testing sessions throughout the year. Click the link below to register for a pre-scheduled exam time or contact us directly to schedule a time.