Auto Body Repair Techniques at Centennial College - Program overview

Program overview

Admission Requirements

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Last updated on 2026-01-30

Program overview

Program Overview

The Auto Body Repair Techniques program is designed to prepare students for an entry-level career in the auto body industry, even if they have no prior experience. This one-year program is based on the Level 1 apprenticeship curriculum, enhanced with valuable additions to ensure students gain both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. Graduates will earn an Ontario College Certificate and receive credit for Level 1 of the Ontario Auto Body and Collision Damage Repairer (310B) Apprenticeship in-school training. The program emphasizes hands-on practice in a state-of-the-art auto body lab, allowing students to learn from experienced faculty committed to their success.

Program Structure

The Auto Body Repair Techniques program spans a duration of 1 year, divided into two semesters. The program is structured to provide a comprehensive learning experience that includes:

Theoretical knowledge and practical skills in auto body repair.
Hands-on practice in a modern auto body lab equipped with the latest technology.
Opportunities for students to gain credit towards their apprenticeship requirements upon graduation.

Students will engage in various topics, including personal and shop safety, vehicle and body construction, detailing and refinishing equipment maintenance, and applied mechanical systems. The program also offers a strong focus on communication and mathematics, ensuring that graduates are well-rounded and prepared for the workforce.

Featured Experiences

The Auto Body Repair Techniques program includes several unique features that enhance the learning experience:

Approximately 40% of the program time is dedicated to hands-on practice in a spacious, state-of-the-art auto body lab.
Students learn from faculty members with extensive industry experience.
Graduates receive credit for Level 1 of the Ontario Auto Body and Collision Damage Repairer Apprenticeship.
Emphasis on practical skills such as oxyacetylene and gas metal arc welding.

Career Options

Graduates of the Auto Body Repair Techniques program can pursue various career opportunities in Canada, including:

Auto Body Repair Technician: Responsible for repairing and restoring damaged vehicles to their original condition.
Automotive Restoration Technician: Specializes in restoring classic and vintage vehicles to their original specifications.
Commercial Vehicle Body Repairer: Focuses on repairing and maintaining the bodies of commercial vehicles, such as trucks and buses.
Automotive Detailer: Provides cleaning, polishing, and detailing services to enhance the appearance of vehicles.
Damage Repair Appraiser: Evaluates vehicle damage and estimates repair costs for insurance purposes.
Automotive Painter: Specializes in painting vehicles, ensuring high-quality finishes and color matching.
Insurance Estimator: Works with insurance companies to assess vehicle damage and determine repair costs.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors.

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Last updated on 2026-01-30

Program overview

Academic Requirements

The Auto Body Repair Techniques program has specific academic requirements for admission. Here are the details:

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, or mature student status (19 years or older).
Grade 12 English Workplace (E), College (C), or University (U); or equivalent; or take the Centennial English Admission Test.

For international students, particularly those from Vietnam and other Asian countries, it is essential to ensure that your educational credentials are recognized. If you are submitting transcripts to meet admission requirements, you must have the transcripts assessed by an independent credential assessment agency such as World Education Services (WES) or International Credential Assessment Service (ICAS).

Additionally, please note that transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.

Safety requirements for the program include:

CSA approved safety shoes (leather type)
Safety glasses with clear lenses and side shields
Respirator
Ear plugs
100% cotton coveralls
Welding gloves
Oxyacetylene welding goggles
Auto darkening MIG welding helmet

If you have any questions or need further clarification regarding the admission requirements, please feel free to contact LOA Portal's advisors for support.

Language Requirements

To be eligible for the Auto Body Repair Techniques program at Centennial College, applicants must demonstrate proficiency in the English language. The following English proficiency tests are accepted:

CAEL- CE and CAEL- Online
- Overall 60
- Overall 60, Writing score 60
- Overall 70, Writing score 60
TOEFL iBT
- 67 (minimum Reading -16 and minimum Writing – 23)
- 81 (minimum Reading - 19 and minimum Writing - 23)
Michigan English Test (MET)
- 56-57
- 58-60
- 61+
IELTS Academic
- 6.0 with no band score less than 5.5
- 6.5 with no band score less than 6.0
Pearson Test of English (Academic)
- 51+
- 58+
- 60+
International Test of English Proficiency (iTEP)
- 3.7+
- 3.9+
- 4.1+
Cambridge English Exams: Proficiency (CPE), Advanced (CAE), First (FCE)
- 167-169
- 170-179
- 180+
Language Cert Academic
- 65-69. No individual skill score less than 60
- 70-74. No individual score skill score less than 65
Duolingo
- 105-114
- 125+

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DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.

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