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Automotive Service Technician Foundation

This program teaches participants how to examine, test and repairs parts and systems of cars and trucks. Using computerized equipment, students will learn to diagnose various issues and fix problems that arise. Students will participate in a work placement, that will introduce students to real workplace environments, as well as provide perspectives to industry standards and expectations.

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  • Kelowna
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Credential

Certificate

Delivery options

Full-Time

Tuition and fees

2025-26: $5,420

Program details

If you have any questions about how a course or program is delivered, you can check the , email the Department Chair or email the Trades & Apprenticeship office:

Apprenticeship: apprenticeship@okanagan.bc.ca
Foundation and General Interest: trades@okanagan.bc.ca


This 33-week (990 hour) program takes students with little or no previous experience in the automotive repair trade and supplies them with the necessary skills to seek employment in this industry as an apprentice technician. The courses introduce the students to many aspects of servicing and repair in the automotive repair trade with a focus on developing practical skills. Graduates of this program will receive 450 hours towards Automotive Service Technician Year 1 (AST 1) certification and the opportunity to write the AST 1 Certificate of Qualification exam. The AST 1 Certificate of Qualification and 1590 workplace hours are required to proceed into AST 2.

There are a number of physical activities involved in training for a skilled trade, please review the physical activities of the program and the recommended student characteristics as listed below. ´ó·¢¿ìÈýƽ̨ strives to make all learning experiences as accessible as possible. If you anticipate or experience disability related academic barriers (including mental health, chronic or temporary medical conditions), please contact  at your campus so that you can privately discuss options.

Physical activities of this trade:

  • Lift and carry tools, equipment, supplies and materials weighing up to approximately 10 Kgs.
  • Lift, carry, hold and operate hand, air and power tools from below grade to above shoulders
  • Stand on concrete and asphalt for extended periods of time
  • Bend, stoop, kneel and crawl to perform various tasks

Recommended student characteristics:

  • Good general health and respiratory condition
  • Capable of doing physical work
  • Physical strength and stamina compatible with the handling of heavy equipment and materials Ability to tolerate noise and vibration
  • Good manual dexterity
  • Satisfactory eyesight, line, form and depth perception
     
Textbooks

The current total cost of the textbooks is approx. $270.

5% GST is not included in price. Price is subject to change.

Textbooks available online only at the .

The booklists on ´ó·¢¿ìÈýƽ̨ Campus Store website will be updated 3 times a year (January, April and mid-August).
Please check back with the Campus Store 2 weeks before your program starts under Current Book List for a final, updated list of book titles and prices, and to order!

If you have any questions regarding the booklist, please call ´ó·¢¿ìÈýƽ̨ Campus Store, 250-862-5638 or email campusstores@okanagan.bc.ca.

It takes approximately two to three business days to fill the online orders, please be sure to purchase the necessary items prior to the 1st day of class.

Required supplies
  • A Windows 11, 10 or 8 laptop or Chromebook (OS 88 or higher) with camera capable of loading Respondus Lockdown Browser and Respondus Monitor for assessments
  • Coveralls or approved work uniform
  • CSA-approved steel-toed work boots
  • Safety glasses
  • Earbuds or headphones for computer-room assignments
  • Binders
  • Pencils, pens, eraser, paper
  • Lock for locker

Government-issued picture ID (driver’s license, photo ID or valid passport) is required to write the provincial and national exams; student ID cards are not acceptable.

Applicants who have not satisfied the Math admission requirement within the last seven years, and/or do not meet t