The Auto Body Repair Technician undergraduate certificate at Centennial College is designed for aspiring professionals ready to enter the dynamic automotive collision repair industry. You will gain essential skills in vehicle and body construction, detailing, refinishing equipment maintenance, and applied mechanical systems, preparing you to address the challenges of modern vehicle repair. This program is ideal for hands-on learners who are motivated to develop a strong foundation in trade tools, shop equipment, and fundamental repair techniques, setting you on a path toward a rewarding career.
This full-time, on-campus program is structured over two years, offering a blend of theoretical knowledge and extensive practical experience. You will spend significant time in a state-of-the-art auto body lab, applying techniques in personal and shop safety, non-structural repair fundamentals, and oxyacetylene and gas metal arc welding. You will graduate with an Ontario College Diploma and foundational credits towards the Ontario Auto Body and Collision Damage Repairer Apprenticeship, positioning you for success as a registered apprentice and beyond.