This instructional program class comprises any program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to repair, service, and maintain all types of automobiles. These programs include courses in brake systems, electrical systems, engine performance, engine repair, suspension and steering, automatic and manual transmissions and drive trains, and heating and air condition systems.

Automobile/automotive mechanics technology/technician

Confirm with the certifying body that your intended program qualifies you for this certification.

To work as a machine fitter in B.C., you may need a SkilledTradesBC certification demonstrating that you have completed the necessary technical training and work experience part of your apprenticeship program.

Machine fitters

Confirm with the certifying body that your intended program qualifies you for this certification.

This career is eligible for Red Seal endorsement. When all levels of your trades training are complete, you can write an Interprovincial Red Seal exam. A successful result will allow you to practice your trade outside of B.C. in provinces and territories covered by the Red Seal certification.

Please confirm with the certifying body that your intended program qualifies you for this certification.

To work as an automotive service technician, truck and bus mechanic, or mechanical repairer in B.C., you will need a SkilledTradesBC certification demonstrating that you have completed the necessary technical training and work experience part of your apprenticeship program. 

Automotive service technicians

Automotive Service Technician Apprenticeships

Automotive Service Technician Foundation Certificates

The  Automotive Service Technician and Operations Diploma, Co-op option, prepares you to become skilled technicians who can diagnose and repair the sophisticated systems in today's vehicles. You'll take courses in welding, brake systems, suspension and steering systems, and more, as well as complete a co-op term. After graduation, you'll be able to pursue your Automotive Service Technician Red Seal certification with the option for post-diploma baccalaureate pathways in business administration and technology management, or run your own business or assume customer service and management positions in the automotive industry.

Automotive Service Technician and Operations: Diploma

Automotive technicians test, repair and service automobile systems. They employ critical and rational thinking in diagnosing mechanical and electrical systems on modern vehicles. Automotive technicians disassemble, inspect and service engines, cooling systems, transmissions, drivelines, brake systems, suspension and steering systems. The BCIT School of Transportation has partnered with Honda Canada to deliver Honda and Acura brand specific training alongside the Provincial curriculum outlined by SkilledTradesBC.

Automotive Technician (Honda/Acura Foundation): Certificate

Automotive Technician (Toyota Foundation): Certificate

Automotive Technician Foundation: Certificate

Automotive Service Technician Foundation Certificate

Automotive Service Technician Certificate

This 33-week program (990 hours) takes students with little or no previous experience in the automotive repair trade and supplies them with the necessary skills to seek employment in this industry as an apprentice technician. This program introduces the students to many aspects of servicing and repair in the automotive repair trade with a focus on developing practical skills. Graduates of this program will receive 450 hours towards Automotive Service Technician Year 1 (AST 1) certification and the opportunity to write the AST 1 Certificate of Qualification exam. The AST 1 Certificate of Qualification and 1590 hours are required to proceed into AST 2.

With the program, you can launch your career in the trades with training to qualify you to become an Automotive Refinishing or Collision Repair Technician. You will learn about repairing and restoring damaged vehicles; mixing paints and using spray guns to apply primer, base coats and clear coats. You can earn your level 1 technical training credit and work-based training hours toward your Interprovincial (Red Seal) certification when you register as an apprentice. You can gain valuable skills through theory and applied learning in NIC’s classroom and shop located in Campbell River.

Automotive Service Technician Foundation Harmonized Certificate (NIC)

This program consists of Foundation and Level 1 Automotive Service Technician Technical training as per SkilledTradesBC prescribed curriculum. This program meets the SkilledTradesBC prerequisite for Level 2 technical training. Automotive Service Technician is a nationally designated trade under the Interprovincial Red Seal program.

Automotive Service Technician Harmonized Foundation Certificate

Educational Path

Automotive Service Technician Foundation Certificates

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