Diploma in Automotive Technician

Learn to professionally maintain motor vehicles and adapt to the ever-evolving automotive industry. Through the Automotive Technician program, you will build the skills needed to professionally repair cars and light trucks and start a successful career in the automotive industry. Through this program, youll gain a foundational understanding of vehicle systems and explore the purpose, design, operation and maintenance requirements of various vehicle components. Most of your training will take place in RRC Polytech's auto mechanics workshop, an environment that gives you the practical experience required for industry employment. Youll also work onsite as part of a field experience opportunity, building work experience and expanding your professional network with an industry partner. As an Automotive Technician student, you can choose to complete a one-year certificate or enhance your employment potential and explore advanced opportunities through a two-year diploma.

Certificate: After completing the first year of this program, you can choose to graduate with an Automotive Technician certificate and start your career.

Diploma: Choose to continue your education and graduate with an Automotive Technician diploma.

Automotive, Auto/Power Mechanics, or Heavy Duty Equipment Education
Submit proof of graduation from or enrolment in:
The Automotive Technician-Certificate program, Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic program, or Marine and Powersports Technician Education program at Red River College Polytechnic, Assiniboine Community College, or University College of the North.
or
The Automotive Technician-Work Experience program previously offered by Red River College with an average of 70% or better.
or
A grade 12 automotive technology program, including:
One credit in each of the following courses:
Grade 12 English
Grade 12 Math
Grade 10 Science
A grade of 70% or better in both theory and practical.
Your transcript must indicate the program is accredited for Level 1 of Apprenticeship Manitoba's Automotive Service Technician (AST) program.
If you apply while enrolled, you must provide a letter from your high school indicating the program is accredited for Level 1 of Apprenticeship Manitoba's AST program.
If you provide proof of enrolment at time of application, your official final grades indicating successful completion must be submitted by July 15 for fall enrolment or by the deadline specified in your admission letter
Post-secondary transcripts must have been issued within 6 months prior to your application date, and submitted in a sealed envelope directly from the post-secondary institution.
If you are required to complete an English language assessment, do not submit your transcripts until requested to do so.

IELTS Academic - 6.0 Overall (L- 6.5, S - 6.5, R - 6.5, W - 5.5)
TOEFL iBT - 77 Overall (L- 20, S - 20, R - 19, W - 18)
Duolingo - Minimum Overal Score of 115 Required.