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Prepare for an exciting career in the dynamic automotive industry by gaining specialized skills applicable to various motive power professions including heavy machinery, small engines, marine vessels, recreational vehicles, commercial trucks, and agricultural equipment.
Professionals in motive power trades develop advanced technical knowledge, troubleshooting expertise, and business administration capabilities.
Earn a one-year certificate to qualify for parts and counter roles.
Complete a two-year diploma program to pursue technical positions and acquire hands-on experience for operating a small business or franchise.
Career opportunities include positions with dealerships, manufacturers, repair facilities, parts suppliers, retail outlets, wholesale distributors, insurance assessors, and automotive component production facilities.
Job responsibilities may involve maintenance work, creating service records, retail sales, client interactions, parts department operations, warranty administration, team leadership, and vehicle damage evaluation.
Required academic preparation
OR
Recommended academic preparation
Grade 12 Math
English language requirements
TOEFL: (Test of English as a Foreign Language): 550 (paper-based test); 80 (IBT internet-based test with minimums of 20)
IELTS (International English Language Test Service): 6.0 overall with no bands less than 6.0 (under SDS); 6.0 overall with one band at 5.5 (generic category)
CAEL (Canadian Academic English Language Assessment): Overall band of 60, writing 60