Automotive Service Technician, Apprenticeship

About this programme

In this program, you will spend a lot of your technical training in our large, fully-equipped shops to support and apply the theory you learn in class. You will gain a universal skill set that can be applied to multiple trades. The Automotive Service Technician Apprenticeship is completed over four 12-month periods, including at least 1560 hours of on-the-job training and nine weeks of classroom instruction each year. Employment is not required to enter technical training. Take the skills you learn and challenge yourself! This trade has an opportunity for you to compete in the Provincial Skills Canada Competition, Skills Canada National Competition and WorldSkills Competition. Apprenticeship is a unique form of post-secondary education that blends hands-on work experience with classroom learning. On average, you will spend 80% of your apprenticeship on the job and 20% in the classroom or lab. It is your responsibility to find an employer willing to sponsor you as an apprentice. RDP does not find employment for students; however, Student Career Services may be able to assist in your job search. Journeyperson Certificate : This certificate not only acknowledges your expertise in your chosen trade but also grants you the legal authority to work in that trade. You will also be eligible to write the Red Seal Endorsement Exam, allowing you to work anywhere in Canada without additional training. Advanced Diploma : This is a formal testament to your dedication and hard work, confirming that you've successfully finished a post-secondary study program, highlighting the time a