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Automotive Paint and Refinishing Technician Apprentice

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Next Date: Sep 07, 2010
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This technical training program is designed for the apprentice currently working in the automotive collision and repair and refinishing industry. Automotive paint and refinishing training at VCC is designed to meet the needs of both the apprentice and industry by providing a thorough and up-to-date training experience. Upon completion, apprentices return to industry with an increased, comprehensive skill set.

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Program Description

There is one level of technical training for an auto refinishing apprentice. Students train in classrooms and auto body labs in VCC's facility at the Broadway campus in Vancouver. Instruction is provided through lectures to introduce theory and demonstrations to illustrate practical application of the theory. Students then have ample opportunity in the automotive labs to apply their skills and to demonstrate their knowledge. The college supplies tools and coveralls while the apprentice is a student at VCC. Students must supply their own safety equipment.

Topic

An apprenticeship is a system of training that combines work-based training with periods of formal practical and theoretical education. This theoretical instruction is provided by an approved training college or facility. Typically, apprentices take a short break from their employment once a year to complete their training. When an apprentice successfully completes a training program and attains the required number of work-based hours, he/she earns a certificate or ticket, and becomes a journeyperson in his or her trade.

Start Length Credential Campus Part or Full‑time
Varies 1 month VCC Transcript Broadway Full-time

Admission Requirements

General

VCC welcomes applications from Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

Exceptions
Convention refugees as designated by the federal government;

Foreign live-in caregivers;

Individuals with work permits valid for at least one year, covering the duration of studies; or those with Approval in Principle letters from Citizenship and Immigration Canada;

Legal dependents of Canadian citizens or permanent residents (certain conditions apply);

Diplomats and their direct dependents;

VCC will require proof of citizenship, residency, diplomatic or refugee status. Please see VCC's policy relating to admission for non-citizens and non-residents for more information.


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

Students must be registered with the Industry Training Authority (ITA) and have received an Apprentice Identification number and a Trade Worker Identification number (TWID). To determine whether you qualify for apprenticeship training see www.itabc.ca

In addition, students must have successfully completed an Auto Refinishing Prep Apprenticeship and attained a BC Certificate of Qualification as an Auto Refinishing Prep Technician before advancing to the technical training for an automotive refinisher.

For additional information, please email apprentice@vcc.ca or phone 604.871.7041.

Program Status

Accepting applications

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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 Check application status 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
No fee See Timetable for Fees


Other Costs

Cost Type Details
Other costs Full payment is required 2 months prior to start date of training (all fees are non-refundable). For detailed fee information see Courses and Timetables.


- Fees are approximate and subject to change without notice. Students making advanced payments for programs/courses or installment payments for current programs, will be required to pay increased rates. The application fee is non-refundable. For more information, see withdrawals and refunds specific to this program.


Additional Information

You may be eligible for Employment Insurance benefits or Personal Support Payments while attending your apprentice training. More information on Employment Insurance for apprentices is available from Human Resources and Social Development Canada:

- on the Trades and Apprenticeship page of the HRSDC website
- by calling Service Canada at 1.800.206.7218
- or by visiting the Service Canada office responsible for VCC's apprenticeship programs:

4279 Canada Way (at Gilmore)
Burnaby, B.C.
Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4 pm

For more information about apprenticeships see the Department's website at:

http://technologyandtrades.vcc.ca/autocollision


Courses and Timetables

  Program Timetable:  Apprentice Training Adobe PDF File (33 KB)  

Term 1
Course Name Course Code Credits
Auto Paint & Refinishing Technician Apprentice APAP 1001 4.0


Note: All course/program information including course/program content, length, admission requirements, prerequisites, start/end dates, postponements and/or cancellation is subject to change without notice.