Pre-Employment Auto Body

Want to work in an auto body repair shop? If you're looking for an alternative pathway into the auto body industry, our 12-week Pre-employment Auto Body program offers an excellent opportunity to kickstart your career. This program will give you the fundamental skills needed for auto body repair. You will: learn the essential steps and techniques to prepare a vehicle for repair, including removing the paint finish, taping, sanding and masking discover how to prepare the surface of a vehicle properly gain expertise in applying fillers and undercoats, which are used to smooth out imperfections in the vehicle's surface get trained in component removal and installation, as well as detailing techniques to ensure the finished repair looks impeccable learn how to use tools and equipment safely and effectively. As part of the program, you'll work in an operational auto body shop. This hands-on experience will allow you to apply your newly acquired skills in a real-world setting and gain practical knowledge that can set you apart in the job market. Once you graduate, you'll be well-prepared to enter the auto body repair industry in an entry-level position. As you progress, you can become an apprentice and complete the required 3,400 work hours to earn your Alberta journeyperson certification as an auto body prepper. You can then choose to specialize further as an auto body refinisher or repairer or combine all three areas for certification as an auto body technician. Whether you're seeking a new career path or looking to gain essential skills quickly, this program is designed to provide you with a strong foundation and practical knowledge to start your journey toward becoming a skilled auto body professional.