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Automotive Service Technician

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Fully recognized by the Industry Training Authority, students earn apprenticeship qualifications in addition to a VCC credential. This program is designed to train people for the automotive repair industry and graduates will have acquired basic knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to carry out their duties in a safe, ethical and professional manner.

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Program Description

This ten-month program parallels first-year automotive technician apprenticeship training to enhance a graduate's employability in the industry. Instructional time is (approximately) 35% classroom and 65% practical activity. Classroom activities are lectures, demonstrations, audio-visual presentations and exercises. Practical experience takes place in an active shop setting dealing with real customers. The extensive workshop experience provides reinforcement of theoretical concepts, develops hand skills, and familiarity with repair procedures, electronic equipment standard safety procedures. All modules are designed to enable the student to work independently and in groups.

Upon successful completion of the program, students receive credit from the ITA for the first level of apprenticeship training in Automotive Service Technician.

Start Length Credential Campus Part or Full‑time January, March, May, July, October 10 months Certificate Broadway Full-time

Career Prospects

Information about graduate outcomes

Admission Requirements

General

VCC welcomes applications from Canadian citizens, permanent residents and international students.

Exceptions
International students

As Vancouver Community College is a post-secondary institution committed to educating adult learners, applicants should be 18 years of age or older or a graduate of a secondary school.

Please note that you must submit official transcripts and educational documents to support your application; unfortunately, we cannot accept photocopies or fax versions.

Program Specific

Graduation from an appropriate career preparation program or meet the English and Math requirements of:

- English 11 or Communications 12 or equivalent

- Math 10 or equivalent

Relevant trade experience is considered

Recommended characteristics

- Basic Computer Skills

- Good general health and respiratory condition

- Physical strength and stamina compatible with the handling of heavy parts and equipment as required by the program

- Ability to tolerate noise and vibration

- Mechanical aptitude and interest

- Good manual dexterity

- Good hand-eye coordination

- Good eyesight and normal colour vision

- Good line, form and depth perception

- Possession of valid BC driver's license

Program Status

Accepting applications

Apply to this Program

The first step, apply early. Students who have officially applied and met all admission requirements are sent a letter of acceptance approximately four to five months in advance of the next available start date. A first payment is required to reserve a space in the program.

Online     Fax     In Person If you're ready and know the program you want, apply now. Download and complete the (PDF) application form and fax to 604.871.7458. Visit us at one of our campus locations.

After you apply, you can check your to see if all of the requirements have been met or to update contact information. Please use the temporary login ID and Personal Identification Number (PIN) that you used to complete your original online application.

Fees and Other Costs

Application Fee Tuition Fee $30.00 $3,050

International Tuition Fees

Application Fee Tuition Fee Ancillary Fee $125.00 $13,322 $960

Other Costs

Cost Type Details College initiative fee $88 Student union fee $47.38 Student union health plan fee $142.15 Student union dental plan fee $135.41 Other costs Material fee: $316Refundable tool and coverall deposit: $85Textbooks $350 Tool Set: $700

Additional Information

To contact the Automotive Service Technician Department at the Broadway campus:

Phone: 604.871.7394 or 604.871.7426

Fax: 604.871.7466

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