Motor Vehicle Trades Apprenticeships

Program at a glance

Credential

Technical Training Certification

Work experience

Two paths

The difference between foundation program and apprenticeship.

Skills driven

Work in a garage or on a factory floor with vehicles of all shapes and sizes—from a vintage roadster to an electric car or heavy machinery; become the expert in your trade.

Automotive Service Technician Foundations students smile as they work on an genine

If you like engines, tools, trucks, cars, and heavy machines, a motor vehicle trade could be perfect for you.

These jobs are in high demand, providing steady work and job security. With an apprenticeship, you can earn money while learning on the job.

Skilled mechanics and auto technicians enjoy good pay, career growth, and chances to specialize in areas like advanced diagnostics or fleet maintenance.

��Ƶ College is a proud supporter of the Red Seal interprovincial trades program.��

Technical training

As an apprentice, you’ll spend about 80% of your time on the job, so you earn while you learn. In addition to that practical experience, you also need to sign up for a few weeks of in-school technical training each year.

You'll be in school about once a year to complete��a level of in-school theory��to provide balance for your on-the-job practical experience. Each level of training varies but is usually between��four and 10 weeks��and includes a��.

Classes are held on the Interurban campus. Look over the��class schedule��with your employer to decide when is the best time to come to ��Ƶ.

Program standards and curriculum��are set by��SkilledTradesBC.

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Tuition and fees

Effective from September 1, 2024, to August 31, 2025

Tuition

Tuition is provided for each level

Automotive Service Technician Apprenticeship

$778.75�� Level 1

$778.75�� Level 2

$778.75�� Level 3

$778.75�� Level 4

Diesel Engine Mechanic Apprenticeship

$1,397.50�� Level 1

$1,118.00�� Level 2

Heavy Duty Equipment Technician Apprenticeship

$1,397.50�� Level 1

$1,118.00�� Level 2

$838.50�� Level 3

$698.75�� Level 4

Transport Trailer Technician Apprenticeship

$1,397.50�� Level 1

$698.75�� Level 2

Truck and Transport Mechanic Apprenticeship

$1,397.50�� Level 1

$1,118.00�� Level 2

$838.50�� Level 3

$698.75�� Level 4

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Student fees

In addition to tuition estimates, student fees are calculated based on your enrolment. Refer to:��Student Fees.

Financial assistance

Apprentice Employment Insurance

Apprentices should apply for��Apprentice EI (Service Canada)��financial support before the start of the program and up to 4 weeks in advance. Late applications may result in Service Canada denying funding.

Grants

The Government of Canada provides .

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Program start dates

Training will take place at the Interurban Campus.��Contact Registration��to confirm��seat availability*,��250-370-3550.

Automotive Service Technician (Harmonized)

Seven weeks per level, each year; requires four levels to gain a Red Seal Certification.Training will take place at Interurban Campus.