Pre-Employment Programs
Fundamentals of
Auto Body Technician
NOC-7322
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Program Description
There is a strong need for workers in all aspects of the Auto Body Repair industry in Saskatchewan. This program is a 10-week program designed to prepare Indigenous people who are interested in a career path into this industry. There will be 8 weeks of training and 2 weeks of direct work experience. This program will provide students with an understanding of the many job possibilities and related requirements for employment in the industry as well as provide some basic hands-on skill development. Students will also develop individual career action plans to guide them to achieve their career goals. On successful completion of the program, students will be well equipped with skills applicable to a broad variety of careers, and life essential skills.
Admission Requirements
- Math Credit at the indicated grade level 10
- Science Credit at the indicated grade level 10
- Applicants with a lower level may be considered depending on their experience and may be subject to an academic assessment for placement
- Class 5 Driver’s License
- Registered with SIIT Career Centre and completed certificates (SCOT)
Industry Requirements
- Good eyesight, hearing, manual dexterity, and physical agility for many jobs.
Acceptance Policy
Strong preference is given to applicants who are Status First Nations, but SIIT programs are open to anyone.
English Language Benchmark
SIIT is not currently legislated to accept International Students. You must be a Canadian/ Permanent Resident to apply.
To be admitted into this program you must be able to understand and communicate in English (Canadian Language Benchmark Assessment of six – CLB6).
Courses
- ABRP 100 – Orientation and Safety
- ABRP 110 – Essential Skills
- ABRP 120 – Workplace Skills 1 – Component Removal and Installation
- ABRP 130 – Workplace Skills 2 – Preparation, Painting, and Detailing
- ABRP 140 – Employable Skills
- ABRP 150 – Career Planning
- ABRP 160 – Work Placement/Special Project
Tuition, Fees, and Funding
Eligible students can expect to pay little to no tuition or fees to participate in this program. Career Centre staff will assess your eligibility for funding when you apply.
What to Expect
Day to Day
Delivery Method
In this 10 weeks full-time/50 days (300 hours) program, students can expect:
- The program will consist of instructor-led classes which will encompass the theory of each course, and will include, discussions, assignments, in-class review of topics, and hands on shop experience.
- The program is based on a pass/fail assessment model. Students need to complete all courses in order to successfully complete the program.
Attendance Policy
Regular attendance is essential for academic success. Each program has specific attendance requirements that must be adhered to in order to graduate. For Auto Body Repair students, an attendance rate of 90% or better is required to graduate.
If you have been approved for funding, you must maintain the attendance required by your sponsoring agency to remain eligible to receive payment.
Career Path
Career Opportunities & Salaries
Graduates of this program can expect to find entry level employment as motor vehicle body repairers (NOC 7322).
Motor vehicle body repairers repair and restore damaged motor vehicle body parts and interior finishing; repaint body surfaces; and repair and/or replace automotive glass. They are employed by automobile dealerships, automobile body repair shops and automobile appraisal centres.
In Saskatchewan, the average annual salary for motor vehicle repairers is $ 64,200 (https://www.saskatchewan.ca/business/hire-train-and-manage-employees/labour-market-information). For assistance finding employment, please contact your local SIIT JobConnections location.
Further Education
There may be an opportunity for students to become indentured as an apprentice through SIIT JTC, move to the next level of training, enroll in other programs or micro-credit courses.
Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies
Head Office
Suite 100-103A Packham Avenue
Asimakaniseekan Askiy Reserve
Saskatoon, SK S7N 4K4
306-244-4444