How We Can Help See how SNAP Path to Work can help you achieve your career goals and support your family’s success.
Programs and Services SNAP Path to Work offers a variety of education and training programs and supports designed to help you prepare for, find, and succeed in your next job.
Eligibility Requirements Interested? Find out who can enroll in SNAP Path to Work and how to get started.
Find a Provider Find free SNAP Path to Work education and training opportunities near you. DTA partners with community colleges, MassHire Career Centers, and community-based organizations across the state.
Automotive Damage Appraisal Course: Part I - Claims professionals, auto body technicians and others are trained for the Massachusetts Automobile Damage Appraisers License Examination. The course includes in- depth discussion of insurance regulations, policy arbitration, and work completion forms, use of Flat Rate Manuals, collision diagnosis, cost estimation and preparation of written estimates. Instructor is ICAR Platinum certified and has more than 30 years’ experience in the automotive industry, including 16 years of management and appraisal experience.
Part 2: Certified Damage Appraisal Apprenticeship
Certified Damage Appraisal Apprenticeship: This is a six-week course that prepares students for Part II of the MA Automobile Damage Appraisers License Exam and fulfills the Massachusetts three-month apprenticeship requirement. The course will focus heavily on the preparation of an estimate and skills to interact with clients. Instructor is ICAR Platinum certified and has more than 30 years’ experience in the automotive industry, including 16 years of management and appraisal experience.
Students need to complete part 1 and part 2 in sequence.
SNAP Path to Work participation in this program is supported by grant funding.
Participants
Adult, 17+, English language learners, underemployed, unemployed, career transition.
Program is Offered In
English
Program Hours per Week
6 hours per week
Program Duration
14 weeks
Rolling Admission
Yes
Program Start Dates
January 27, 2026
Sample Schedule
Hours
Activity Type
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
6:30pm-9:30pm
Lecture
✓
✓
9:30pm-10:00pm
Follow-up with instructors as needed
✓
✓
Other Schedule Information
Auto Damage Appraisal is offered hybrid or online T-Th 5-10PM
Students need to complete part 1 and part 2 in sequence.
Closed in August
Program is CORI-friendly?
Yes
Anticipated outcomes
Auto Damage Appraisal Certification | Employment/Promotion | Industry skills gain