ASE Announces Industry-Wide ADAS Calibration Credential for Automotive Technicians

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence shared its plans to develop a new advanced driver assistance systems calibration technician credential in a recent press release.

As part of this effort, ASE recently conducted a week-long ADAS Calibration Credential Job Task Analysis and Content Development Workshop. The initiative is designed to establish an industry-wide certification in ADAS.

The new credential, planned as a general ADAS calibration certification, will serve a broad spectrum of automotive professionals, including glass technicians, collision repair specialists, general repair facilities, alignment and tire technicians, standalone calibration centers and mobile service providers. 

The credential will emphasize core ADAS calibration principles, focusing on forward-facing cameras and lane-keeping systems, while also addressing interactions with radar, blind-spot monitoring, and sensor-fusion technologies.

Unlike more diagnostic-intensive ASE certifications, such as the L4 Advanced Driver Assistance Systems Specialist credential, the new certification will prioritize practical application and operational understanding over deep electrical diagnostics. The approach is intended to make the credential more accessible and relevant to a wider range of technicians.

Further details regarding the credential’s launch timeline and availability will be announced in the coming months.

“The automotive landscape is changing dramatically with ADAS and there is a clear need for a unified standard of competency,” said Dave Johnson, ASE president and CEO. “ASE’s objective is to provide a credential that ensures technicians across all segments of the industry possess the foundational knowledge and skills required to perform accurate ADAS calibrations. This will
ultimately enhance vehicle safety and reduce inconsistent practices across the field.”