Appliance Repair

Career Diploma 2 months

Appliance Repair Training

If you're looking for a career that allows you to work with your hands and use your problem-solving skills, Penn Foster's online Appliance Repair Training may be the perfect option for you. With flexible courses and no exam due dates, you can earn your diploma on your schedule, from home.

Students enrolled in Penn Foster's Appliance Repair Training can receive discounts when buying their own tools and supplies through the Snap-on Student Excellence Program.
Appliance repair professionals make a competitive salary. According to the BLS, the average salary for this role is $47,500 per year.*
Our online programs are flexible enough for you to finish them at a pace that works for you, based on how much time you can dedicate to your coursework each week.

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Online

Self Paced

Cost of Program

$839

$1,139 Save $300

$59/month, Start for as low as $20

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What You Will Learn

How to outline the basic terminology, tools, safety, and customer service skills needed for home appliance repair.
How to identify basic concepts in electricity, electrical circuits, electronics, and gas components in appliances and how to work with them safely.
How to describe the basics of clothes dryer and washer operation, including safety, use, and care, and how to install and troubleshoot common problems.
How to describe the basics of range, oven, and cooktop operation, including safety, use, and care, and how to install and troubleshoot common problems.

Full Program Goal & Outcomes

Appliance Repair Career Outcomes

Appliance Repair

AVG SALARY*

$47,500/yr

NUMBER OF JOBS*

29,370

Penn Foster's online Appliance Repair Training is designed with job-readiness in mind. Learn the skills you need while preparing to get started on your career path as a professional appliance repair person, or to advance your current career.

State Licensing Requirements

Licensing and/or certification requirements for jobs in this field are not the same in every state and may include educational, testing, and/or experiential requirements beyond those offered in the Penn Foster Program. Prospective students should contact the state professional licensing board or similar regulatory body in the state(s) where they plan to work to determine their requirements before enrolling in this program. See the State Licensing page for contact information for state licensing/regulatory boards and certain industry licensing information. This is particularly important for residents of California and Florida.

Appliance Repair Training Classes

18 Exams
8 Courses
22.2 Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

Estimated completion time:

Fast track = 2 months
Average time = 6 months

With Penn Foster, you can learn at whatever pace works best for you. Some learners will be more comfortable moving faster, and dedicating more time, and the fast track estimate will apply to them. The average track will apply to most learners who can dedicate a few hours per week to completing their coursework. The estimated completion times are based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from May 2021 - April 2022, excluding withdrawals.

In our online Appliance Repair Training Program, you'll learn the skills and get the comprehensive appliance repair training required to pursue a career in this field. Your courses include:

Introduction to Appliance Repair
Electricity, Electronics, and Gas for Home Appliances
Clothes Washers and Dryers
Ranges, Ovens, and Cooktops
Dishwashers, Freezers, and Sealed Refrigeration
Microwaves

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Appliance Repair Student Success Stories

Penn Foster’s Appliance Repair Training is a great first step towards a career in the skilled trades industry. This program has helped other graduates find new jobs, and pursue an appliance repair career. Learn more about their experiences and how Penn Foster worked for them.

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Rodney S.

Penn Foster Graduate, 2023

“I believe online education is the best option for working adults. Working at your own pace relieves the pressure and rush, while letting you focus at the right time to study.”

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Appliance Repair Training Tuition

Take the first steps toward a new career with our online Appliance Repair Career Diploma Program. Simply choose from one of our low-cost customized payment plans below and get started today!

Option 1: Pay in full

Cost of Program¹

$839

$1,139 Save $300

Best price. Best value.
Pay the full cost today
No monthly payments

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Option 2: Monthly Auto Pay Plan

Cost of Program¹

$1,049

$1,139 Save $90

Pay $59 per month
Start for $20 down
All major credit and debit cards accepted

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Option 3: Monthly Mail Pay Plan

cost of program¹

$1,139

Pay $59 per month
Start for $39 down
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Our Proven Skilled Trades Learning Model

Empowering you to reach your goals

Flexible

No set start date
No exam due dates
Self-paced

Interactive

Digital study guides
Self-check quizzes
Simulations and videos

Connected

24/7 access to online resources
Online student community

Supportive

Expert faculty
Dedicated student services
Robust learning resources

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Appliance Repair Training FAQs

Why should I learn appliance repair?

Appliance repair is a great field for people who have a knack for fixing things, and who enjoy working with their hands. Not only is this a career you can train for online at your own pace, but this is also a career with growth opportunity.

How do I become an appliance repair technician?

You can train to become an appliance repair professional by completing an online program like Penn Foster's, which is self-paced and can be done from the comfort of your home.

How long does it take to learn appliance repair?

In Penn Foster's online Appliance Repair Training Program, students are able to complete the training around their schedules. At that point, graduates can apply for appliance repair roles within an organization, or take steps to start their own appliance repair business. Appliance repair licenses and certifications may vary by state.

What appliances will I learn to fix during this course?

In Penn Foster's Appliance Repair Career Diploma course, training will include the repair of common home appliances. These appliances include clothes washers and dryers, ovens and cooktops, microwaves, dishwashers, refrigerators and freezers.

Sources:

*Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor. "Home Appliance Repairers." Occupational Employment and Wages, May 2022. Accessed October 3, 2023.

Statements found in the United States Department of Labor Occupational Outlook Handbook are not a guarantee of any post-graduation salary, in part because the data used to create the Occupational Outlook Handbook includes workers from differing educational backgrounds, levels of experience, and geographic areas of the country.

Disclaimers:

¹ Depending on where you live, you may be charged taxes in addition to the total cost of your program.