Automotive Collision and Refinishing Common Core – BRITISH COLUMBIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

The structure of the Automotive Collision and Refinishing apprentice programs is common training for Level 1, followed by trade-specific training. Apprentices register in their trade with the Industry Training Authority (ITA) and attend the required common and trade-specific technical training at BCIT, depending on their pathway.

The technical training levels that are required for completion in each of the apprenticeship programs are as follows:

Auto Body and Collision Technician
Level 1 Automotive Collision and Refinishing Common Core
Level 2, 3, 4 Auto Body and Collision Technician

Automotive Refinishing Technician
Level 1 Automotive Collision and Refinishing Common Core
Level 2 Automotive Refinishing Technician

Please see the web pages for each individual apprenticeship program for the time learning on the job, number of years, and further details required to complete certification in each of the specific trades.