Automotive Refinishing Technician Apprentice
Overview
Learn industry-leading skills including restorative and protective treatments, paint booth operations, and spray gun technology, while working your way up to a B.C. trade certificate.
| Tuition | Per level |
|---|---|
| Credential | Apprenticeship |
| Length | Varies per level |
| Hours | Full-time |
| Delivery | Class-based and Online |
| Campus | Broadway |
What to expect
Courses are offered in on-campus and blended online/on-campus delivery options. Both delivery options may include on-campus, online, and live online (videoconference) components. Option 1: On campus. On campus courses are offered face-to-face for 7 weeks (level 1) or 6 weeks (level 2). Option 2: Online/On-campus blended (level 1 only). Online/On-campus blended delivery is offered online for approximately 23 weeks, followed by a 3-week full-time face-to-face on-campus component. This option is not available for level 2.What you will learn
- How to use color matching and paint mixing tools and equipment.\n
- How to use refinishing tools and equipment.\n
- How to create a work plan and organize materials.\n
- How to prepare surfaces and apply finishes.
Program duration and maximum time for completion
The combined duration for all levels of traditional on-campus technical training classes is 10 weeks. See each course for details and for online/on-campus delivery durations. Technical training generally takes 2 years to complete, alongside 3300 hours of work-based training. There is no maximum time to completion.
Admission requirements
Program-specific
- A valid SkilledTradesBC ID number
- A current employer and sponsor.*
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Recommended considerations
Course activities require:
- frequent lifting and moving of heavy equipment, automotive parts, and materials;
- frequent movement alternating between standing, bending, kneeling and reaching;
- extended periods (5+ hours) of standing/walking on concrete floors/hard surfaces;
- differentiating colours for safety codes, wiring, and automotive paint colour analysis and tinting;
- the operation of automobiles for staging/positioning within the facility;
- precise hand-eye coordination and dexterity. Activities may include the operation of equipment and machines, detailed assembly, and small-scale technical work requiring steady hand movements.
- exposure to fumes, dust, and airborne particles from paints, solvents, and mechanical processes;
- exposure to loud machinery noise, power tools, and equipment vibrations;
- exposure to automotive chemicals and strong odors from paint, solvents and additives, cleaning agents, polishing compounds, fuels, oils, lubricants and coolants.
Other considerations include:
- the required use of computers to access web-based course materials, and to complete quizzes and exams;
- following detailed oral and written instruction in the English language.
Program availability
All apprentice training is open for applications. Go to EducationPlanner BC and apply for the term that is open. You will be able to register in courses starting that term and future terms.
Courses
Option 1: On campus
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ACRP 1101 | Automotive Collision and Refinish Common Core Apprentice Level 1 | 9 |
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or Automotive Collision and Refinishing Foundation Certificate |
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| APAP 2002 | Automotive Refinishing Technician Apprentice Level 2 | 4 |
Option 2: Online/On-campus blended
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ACRP 1102 | Automotive Collision & Refinish Common Core Apprentice Lvl 1 (E-pprentice) | 9 |
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Automotive Refinishing Technician Level 2 is not available online/on-campus. |
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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 costs
| Level 1 |
$1,153
$1,023
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Online
In-person
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|---|---|---|
| Level 2 |
$558
$442 |
Online
In-person |
* Fees are approximate and subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Application and assessment fees are non-refundable. Tuition fees include a non-refundable deposit.
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Technical requirement
How to apply
All apprentice training is open for applications. Go to EducationPlanner BC and apply for the term that is open. You will be able to register in courses starting that term and future terms.
Choose a schedule:
- Automotive Collision and Refinish Common Core Apprentice Level 1 (ACRP 1101)
- Automotive Collision & Refinish Common Core Apprentice Lvl 1 (E-pprentice) (ACRP 1102)
- Automotive Refinishing Technician Apprentice Level 2 (APAP 2002)
How to register in Apprentice courses
Ready to apply?
Online
You will be directed to EducationPlannerBC.
Fill out a PDF form and mail to:
VCC Registrar's Office
1155 East Broadway
Vancouver, B.C., V5T 4V5
International students
Apply to VCC international programs online. Check the availability status for your desired program and intake before applying.
Contact us
Program information
For questions about apprenticeship programs email us at [email protected].
Advising services
Phone: 604.871.7000, option 2
Email: [email protected]
Advising services for International students
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