NC OBD II Certification

This course is designed to meet the training and licensing requirements (initial and/or renewal) for the On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) Emissions Inspection Program administered by the NC State Highway Patrol – Investigative Services Unit.

Upon completion, a student will understand the rules, regulations, and procedures for conducting an OBD emissions inspection; be able to inspect a vehicle properly; and be prepared to take the state certification exam. Initial and recertification classes will be eight hours of instruction. The registration fee includes the workbook used during class. Registration is required.

GTCC recommends that students seeking initial certification take the safety class before the OBD II class. 

Required materials: 

  • Students must bring an ISU-310 form signed by the owner, partner, or officer of the inspection station. 
  • Students must have a valid N.C. driver’s license to be certified to perform inspections. 

Current Courses

Location: Center for Advanced Manufacturing (CADM), 6012 W. Gate City Blvd., Greensboro NC.

NOTE:  Starting August 18, 2025, classes will meet in room 1602 (diesel & heavy equipment area).  

Course: DMV-3129-OV01
Name: NC OBD II Certification
Dates: 8/5/26
Days: W
Hours: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Campus: Jamestown
Room: CADM 1602
Register: Register Now

Course: DMV-3129-O250
Name: NC OBD II Certification
Dates:  8/12/26 - 8/13/26
Days: W, Th
Hours: 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Campus: Jamestown
Room: CADM 1602
Register: Register Now 

Course: DMV-3129-O351
Name: NC OBD II Certification
Dates:  8/19/26 - 8/20/26
Days: W, Th
Hours: 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Campus: Jamestown
Room: CADM 1602
Register: Register Now

Course: DMV-3129-O352
Name: NC OBD II Certification
Dates: 8/22/26
Days: Sa
Hours: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Campus: Jamestown
Room: CADM 1602
Register: Register Now

Course: DMV-3129-O353
Name: NC OBD II Certification
Dates: 9/12/26
Days: Sa
Hours: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Campus: Jamestown
Room: CADM 1602
Register: Register Now

 

Course: DMV-3129-O354
Name: NC OBD II Certification
Dates:  9/16/26 - 9/17/26
Days: W, Th
Hours: 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Campus: Jamestown
Room: CADM 1602
Register: Register Now

Course: DMV-3129-O355
Name: NC OBD II Certification
Dates:  9/21/26 - 9/22/26
Days: M, TU
Hours: 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Campus: Jamestown
Room: CADM 1602
Register: Register Now

Course: DMV-3129-O356
Name: NC OBD II Certification
Dates: 10/5/26 - 10/6/26
Days: M, TU
Hours: 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Campus: Jamestown
Room: CADM 1602
Register: Register Now

Course: DMV-3129-O357
Name: NC OBD II Certification
Dates:  10/14/26 - 10/15/26
Days: W, TH
Hours: 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Campus: Jamestown
Room: CADM 1602
Register: Register Now

Course: DMV-3129-O358
Name: NC OBD II Certification
Dates: 10/17/26
Days: Sa
Hours: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Campus: Jamestown
Room: CADM 1602
Register: Register Now

Course: DMV-3129-O359
Name: NC OBD II Certification
Dates:  11/4/26 - 11/5/26
Days: W, TH
Hours: 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Campus: Jamestown
Room: CADM 1602
Register: Register Now

Course: DMV-3129-O360
Name: NC OBD II Certification
Dates:  11/11/26 - 11/12/26
Days: W, TH
Hours: 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Campus: Jamestown
Room: CADM 1602
Register: Register Now

Course: DMV-3129-O361
Name: NC OBD II Certification
Dates: 11/14/26
Days: Sa
Hours: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Campus: Jamestown
Room: CADM 1602
Register: Register Now

Course: DMV-3129-O362
Name: NC OBD II Certification
Dates: 12/5/26
Days: Sa
Hours: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Campus: Jamestown
Room: CADM 1602
Register: Register Now

Course: DMV-3129-O363
Name: NC OBD II Certification
Dates:  12/9/26 - 12/10/26
Days: W, TH
Hours: 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Campus: Jamestown
Room: CADM 1602
Register: Register Now

 

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions

The cost is:

  • Course registration: $88
  • Book: $0 (It's included in the registration price.)
  • Total cost: $88
Payment for the class is due at the time of registration.

REGISTRATION is REQUIRED before attending class.

You may register online or in person.

Online: Register

In person: Complete the Continuing Education Registration Form and bring it with your payment (check, cash, credit card, or money order) to one of the GTCC campuses.

Registration locations:

  • Greensboro Campus : 8:00 a.m.- 5 p.m. Monday-Thursday and 8:30 a.m.- 11:30 Friday at 3505 E. Wendover Ave., Continuing Education Center (W2)
  • Jamestown Campus: 8:00 a.m.- 5 p.m. Monday-Thursday and 8:30 a.m.- 11:30 Friday at 601 E. Main St., Medlin Campus Center, Room 3401

Students must:

  • Bring ISU-310 form signed by the owner, partner, or officer of the inspection station
  • Have a valid N.C. driver’s license to be certified to perform inspections

Students who successfully complete the class will have their LT-310 form submitted electronically to the appropriate North Carolina State Highway Patrol district for certification. All required documentation is transmitted within two business days following the conclusion of the class.

Requirements for successful completion:

  • Attendance: Must be in class 100% of the class hours
  • Must pass the Certification Exam with 80% or better

Students will be dropped from the class if they miss the first day and will not be eligible for refund.

The college will make a 100% refund of registration fees if you officially withdraw from class before the first meeting. Also if the class is canceled or full, GTCC will make a full refund. The college will refund 75% of the registration fee (of tuition only) if you officially withdraw from the class on the first day of class or before the class reaches the census date. The census date varies from class to class. Non-attendance is not a basis for a refund.

Submit this form before the start of class, or no later than the census date (the 10% point of the course) to the program coordinator, administrative assistant, or instructor.