Get a B.C. trade certificate and earn an income while you learn the latest in automotive diagnostics and repair including engines, fuel systems, tires, brakes, electronics, and transmissions.
Admission requirements
General
- This program is available to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. Program options for international students can be found at VCC International.
- Applicants who self-identify as Indigenous are strongly encouraged to connect with VCC’s Indigenous Education and Community Engagement team to learn more about VCC’s Indigenous Enrolment policy, application preparation/completion, program advising, and a range of other individualized services.
- Applicants must be 16 years of age or older or a graduate of a secondary school. (Some exceptions may apply.)
- Applicants must submit official transcripts and educational documents as required by their course or program.
- Before applying to VCC, you will need an official apprenticeship number with SkilledTradesBC. Use this ID number when enrolling at VCC.
Missing prerequisites? Learn more about VCC's tuition-free academic upgrading or English as a Second Language (ESL) courses, or discover which university transfer options are right for you.
Courses *
Length: 6 to 7 weeks per level.
Prior learning assessment and recognition
Applicants who have relevant work experience (in B.C. or elsewhere) or previous trades training could qualify for credit toward their apprenticeship program. Learn more
Code | Title | Credits |
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ATAP 1011 | Automotive Service Technician Harmonized Apprentice Level 1 | 9 |
ATAP 2011 | Automotive Service Technician Harmonized Apprentice Level 2 | 9 |
ATAP 3011 | Automotive Service Technician Harmonized Apprentice Level 3 | 9 |
ATAP 4011 | Automotive Service Technician Harmonized Apprentice Level 4 | 9 |
Code | Title | Credits |
---|---|---|
ATAP 1011 | Automotive Service Technician Harmonized Apprentice Level 1 | 9 |
ATAP 2011 | Automotive Service Technician Harmonized Apprentice Level 2 | 9 |
ATAP 3001 | Auto Service Tech Apprentice Level 3 | 7 |
ATAP 3011 | Automotive Service Technician Harmonized Apprentice Level 3 | 9 |
ATAP 4001 | Auto Service Tech Apprentice Level 4 | 6 |
ATAP 4011 | Automotive Service Technician Harmonized Apprentice Level 4 | 9 |
* This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.
Courses *
Prior learning assessment and recognition
Applicants who have relevant work experience (in B.C. or elsewhere) or previous trades training may be eligible to write challenge exams for levels of technical training through SkilledTrades BC.
Option 1: On campus
On campus courses are offered face-to-face for 7 weeks.
Code | Title | Credits |
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ATAP 1011 | Automotive Service Technician Harmonized Apprentice Level 1 | 9 |
ATAP 2011 | Automotive Service Technician Harmonized Apprentice Level 2 | 9 |
ATAP 3011 | Automotive Service Technician Harmonized Apprentice Level 3 | 9 |
ATAP 4011 | Automotive Service Technician Harmonized Apprentice Level 4 | 9 |
Option 2: Online/On-campus blended
Hybrid courses are offered online for 13 weeks, then full-time face-to-face on campus for 2 weeks.
Code | Title | Credits |
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ATAP 1011 | Automotive Service Technician Harmonized Apprentice Level 1 | 9 |
ATAP 2011 | Automotive Service Technician Harmonized Apprentice Level 2 | 9 |
ATAP 3011 | Automotive Service Technician Harmonized Apprentice Level 3 | 9 |
ATAP 4011 | Automotive Service Technician Harmonized Apprentice Level 4 | 9 |
* This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.
Fees and other costs *
Fee description | Fee Amount | Notes |
---|---|---|
Level 1 | 1031 | |
Level 2 | 1031 | |
Level 3 | 1031 | |
Level 4 | 1031 |
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