Get a B.C. trade certificate in a hybrid online/in-shop format while you learn to assess auto body damage and perform industry-standard surface and structural repairs.
Admission requirements
Program-specific
To enter this program, you must first complete one of the following:
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
*To enter this program, you must first complete one of the following:
- Automotive Collision and Refinishing Foundation Certificate
- Automotive Collision and Refinishing Common Core Apprentice Level 1 (ACRP 1101 or ACRP 1102) (Fees 2023/2024: Approximately $1,102 or $982)
Before registering, you must apply to this program. Please complete steps 1-3 outlined on the Apprenticeship Training Registration page.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| ACRP 1102 | Automotive Collision & Refinish Common Core Apprentice Lvl 1 (E-pprentice) | 9 |
| ACAP 2003 | Auto Body and Collision Technician Apprentice Level 2 (E-pprentice) | 9 |
| ACAP 3003 | Auto Body and Collision Technician Apprentice Level 3 (E-pprentice) | 9 |
| ACAP 4003 | Auto Body and Collision Technician Apprentice Level 4 (E-pprentice) | 8 |
* 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 | 982 | |
| Level 2 | 982 | |
| Level 3 | 982 | |
| Level 4 | 881 |
Apply now
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REGISTER YOUR APPRENTICESHIP
Before applying to VCC, you will need an official apprenticeship number with SkilledTradesBC. Use this ID number when enrolling at VCC.
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CHOOSE YOUR LEVEL(S)
ONLINETo register for an individual apprenticeship level, choose from the options below and register online.EMAILTo register for multiple apprenticeship levels, or if you need help registering, please email apprentice@vcc.ca.