Automotive Service Technician - 310S

Mohawk College Certificate

Eligible for Ontario College Certificate

Apprenticeship

This apprenticeship program covers the required in-class training for the Automotive Service Technician trade.

How to get started

Overview

Program Highlights

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State-of-the-art facilities
“Earn while you learn” training model, combining on-the-job and in-school training
In-school training lead by faculty and staff who are experienced, licensed journeypersons
You may qualify for income support while in school through Employment Insurance Canada benefits or training allowance

What you'll learn

Develop skills to perform maintenance and mechanical repairs to any part of the motor vehicle.
Develop diagnostic capabilities and superior workmanship in the area of mechanics.
Major automotive assemblies, engines, running gear, chassis, electrical and fuel systems.
Acquire sound theoretical knowledge and practical applications to meet the challenges of increasingly complex vehicles and testing techniques.
Develop craftsmanship, problem-solving skills, personal pride, desirable work attitudes and a keen sense of responsibility in public and personal safety.

Program length and format

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* For exact length and availability of this program, visit the Ministry Funded – Apprenticeship Training Dates . To learn more about your specific program format and length, please contact the your Program Coordinator or Employment Training Consultant at the Ministry of Training, Colleges & Universities for availability.

Admission

Offers of classroom training are issued by the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training & Skills Development and registered with Skilled Trades Ontario.

Please ensure your school preferences are up to date with Skilled Trades Ontario via their portal.

Learn more about Apprenticeship.

Red Seal Trades

Upon successful completion of this program you are able to apply for a Red Seal endorsement.

Applicants whose first language is not English will be required to demonstrate proficiency in English.

Financial Assistance

When it comes to paying for your education, investing in your future can be more affordable than you think. A Mohawk education is one of the most cost-effective means of acquiring the skills and knowledge you need to have a prosperous and rewarding career.

As you start on your chosen career path, it's important to have a realistic set of expectations regarding the expenses associated with attending college. In addition to your tuition fees, you will also need to budget for books, supplies, housing, and other related living expenses. You may be able to supplement your income and savings with scholarships, bursaries, or loans. It pays to do some research into what types of financial assistance you may qualify for.

Available Financial Assistance Resources:

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By submitting a Scholarships and Bursaries Application every semester, students have access to over $3 million in Mohawk College scholarships, bursaries and Ministry-partnered funding to help meet their financial needs.

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Financial Literacy and Money Coaching:

Whether saving for school, sticking to a budget, or planning for a major purchase, financial literacy affects us all. That's why Mo' Money is committed to helping our students improve their money skills and become more confident with their money.

One-on-One Money Counselling
Complete the free online Money Matters Module to earn Co-Curricular Credit!
Financial Resources and Calculators
Events and Workshops

Program of Studies

Course Overview & Descriptions

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Experiential Learning

How you'll gain skills

This apprenticeship consists of 7,220 hours:

6,500 hours of on-the-job work experience with your employer
720 hours of in-school training at Mohawk College

Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes for apprenticeship programs, are defined within the Curriculum Training Standard for each trade, and set out the essential learning that a student must achieve before being deemed ready to graduate.

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The Curriculum Standards are developed by the Ontario College of Trades in consultation with representatives from the trade and Training Delivery Agent instructors.

Career Opportunities

Your future career options:

Automotive Service Technician
Automotive Mechanical Installer and Servicer
Motor Vehicle Inspector and Tester

Where you could work includes:

Repair and Maintenance
Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
Motor Vehicle and Parts Dealers

Opportunities for grads:

Certificate of Qualification (C of Q)

Educational Pathways

Pathways to Mohawk

If you've successfully taken a course at another post-secondary institution, you may be able to earn course exemptions toward your credential here at Mohawk.

Pathways within Mohawk

This Pathways map shows how the identified program can lead to future program choices within Mohawk.

Automotive Service Technician pathways map

Pathways beyond Mohawk

See ontransfer.ca for additional opportunities at other colleges or universities in Ontario.

Search the Mohawk Transfer Database for opportunities outside of Ontario.

Program Coordinator

Christopher Pinard

Canadian Domestic Students

Fennell Campus (FF)

Multiple Intakes

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Please contact your Employment Training Consultant at the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training & Skills Development for additional availability.

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