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Automotive Service Technician Apprenticeship


Location(s): ​Fort Nelson, and ​Fort St. John

This program consists of Automotive Service Technician Levels 1, 2, 3 and 4 Technical training as per the SkilledTradesBC prescribed curriculum. Automotive Service Technician is a nationally designated trade under the Interprovincial Red Seal program.

Automotive Service Technicians examine, test and repair the parts and systems on cars and light trucks. They often use computerized diagnostic equipment to test, adjust and repair key vehicle components such as engines, steering systems, braking systems, drive trains, vehicle suspensions and electrical systems. The work of an Automotive Service Technician also involves reassembling and testing repaired items against manufacturers’ standards, as well as performing preventative maintenance such as wheel alignments, oil changes and tune-ups.


Career Prospects

Automotive Service Technician, Automotive Dealership Service Manager, Automotive Sales, or Automotive Business or Dealership Owner


Details

Intakes

LocationLevelStartingType
Fort St John1September 2024Cohort
Fort St John2November 2024Cohort
Fort Nelson2February 2025Cohort
Fort St John3January 2025Cohort
Fort St John4April 2025Cohort

Length

Level 1 is 210 hours; approximately 7 weeks long.
Level 2 is 210 hours; approximately 7 weeks long.
Level 3 is 210 hours; approximately 7 weeks long.
Level 4 is 210 hours; approximately 7 weeks long.

Estimated Program Fees

Program fee type: Trades/Apprenticeship
Costs indicated are estimates for a full-time course load.
Book, instruments, supplies, uniforms/clothing and third-party fees are additional.

Domestic Fees

TuitionStudent FeesInstruction-related
Fees (includes GST)
Total
Level 1$ 732.56$ 68.73$ 118.74$ 920.03
Level 2$ 732.56$ 68.73$ 190.26$ 991.55
Level 3$ 732.56$ 68.73$ 118.74$ 920.03
Level 4$ 627.91$ 67.20$ 117.93$ 813.04

International Fees

 TuitionStudent FeesInstruction-related
Fees (includes GST)
International
Medical Insurance
Total
Level 1$ 2,580.90$ 67.38$ 116.41$ 276.00$ 3,040.69
Level 2$ 2,580.90$ 67.38$ 186.53$ 276.00$ 3,110.81
Level 3$ 2,580.90$ 67.38$ 116.41$ 276.00$ 3,040.69
Level 4$ 2,212.20$ 65.88$ 99.79$ 276.00$ 2,653.87

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Admission Requirements

Eligibility as indicated by SkilledTradesBC.


Important Notes

  1. The program is not eligible for Canada Student Loans.
  2. Students must provide personal protective equipment (safety glasses, steel-toed boots, gloves, coveralls, etc.).  Students are required to have a computer (laptop or other mobile device) with minimum computer requirements.
  3. The program is affiliated with SkilledTradesBC.

Program Requirements

Residency Requirement100% of each level must be completed at Northern Lights College or by approval of the Dean
Minimum Grade Requirements70% minimum in all courses

Levels:

Gap training options:


Credential

Training results are reported to SkilledTradesBC