Students earn high school course credits, as well as post-secondary credits, while training to gain the required skills and knowledge to become a Level 1 apprentice upon program completion.
What
- The Langley School District offers the ITA Youth TRAIN in Trades Automotive Service Technician program at Aldergrove Community Secondary School. This program, in partnership with Kwantlen Polytechnic University, offers Langley students the opportunity to participate in Level 1 certified Industry Training Authority (ITA) training.
Why
- Learn skills and knowledge to start working in the automotive service industry
- Level 1 Auto Service Technician trade skills
- Credit for 5 high school courses (20 credits)
- Training in Auto Service leading to Level 1 apprenticeship exam
- Some practical work experience in the field
- Kwantlen University credits
- Industry Training Authority (ITA) Registration
- Pay no tuition (for eligible high school students and recent high school graduates)
Who
- Automotive 11 or equivalent
- Intention to graduate
- Genuine interest in automotive service industry
- Commitment to learning the skills, knowledge and attitudes required to do well in the field
- Prerequisite before starting the program: Grade 10 completion plus English 11 and any Math 11
When
- February to July (Q3 and Q4)
- 1 semester/2 quarter and July work experience
Where
How
- Want to learn more? Read the Automotive Service Technician Info Sheet for more information about this program and check
- Still have questions? Contact your school’s Career Advisor or use the contact form below
- Ready to apply? See the “Before you apply” section below