Automotive Paint and Refinishing Technician Apprentice
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Add the finishing touch to your apprenticeship. Learn the latest techniques in automotive paint and refinishing. This technical training program is designed for the apprentice currently working in the automotive collision and repair and automotive refinishing industry. Training is designed to meet the needs of the apprentice and industry by providing a thorough and up-to-date training experiences. Upon completion, apprentices return to the industry with an increased, comprehensive skill set.
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Find out more about this program:
- Program Description
- Admission Requirements
- Program Status
- Apply to this Program
- Fees and Other Costs
- Additional Information
- Courses and Timetables
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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. 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.
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.
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Admission Requirements
General
VCC welcomes applications from Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
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 consult the Industry Training Authority.
In addition, students must have successfully completed an auto refinishing prep apprenticeship and attained a B.C. certificate of qualification as an auto refinishing prep technician before advancing to the technical training for an automotive refinisher.
Program Status
Accepting applications
VCC is accepting applications from international students.
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Fees and Other Costs
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Other Costs
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Additional Information
For additional information about the program, call 604.871.7000, ext. 7041 or email apprentice@vcc.ca or visit the department website.
Funding/financial support resources:
Apprenticeship Incentive Grant
Apprentice financial support
Human Resources and Social Development Canada (information about Employment Insurance benefits or personal support payments for apprentices)
Service Canada, apprenticeship program office
4279 Canada Way (at Gilmore)
Burnaby, B.C.
Phone: 1.800.206.7218
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Courses and Timetables
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