Halifax,
NS,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Certificate in Automotive Service and Repair in Kentville Canada | Nova Scotia Community College
Nova Scotia Community College
|
Kentville Canada
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
11,690
(c. USD8,384.33)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
This program trains you to become an Automotive Service Technician, equipping you to maintain vehicle safety and optimal performance.
You'll acquire expertise in servicing and repairing both mechanical and electrical components of cars and light trucks. The curriculum covers using electrical meters, various hand and power tools, plus shop equipment, with practical experience gained through a work placement.
Ideal for those with mechanical aptitude, problem-solving abilities, and solid communication skills, this program delivers essential technician training. You'll master automotive shop safety protocols, vehicle/engine systems, basic welding techniques, and develop skills in maintenance, inspection, and body adjustments.
Career opportunities
Graduates secure positions at dealerships and independent repair shops as service technicians, mechanics, sales professionals, or customer service reps.
Additional employment options include fleet maintenance centers, national repair franchises, military service, and government agencies.
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Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
High School Graduation Diploma or equivalent.
IELTS: minimum score of 6.0 on each test (Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking).
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – minimum test scores of 80 on the Internet-Based Test (TOEFL® iBT), 60 on the Paper-Delivered Test, or 550 on the Paper-Based Test.
Official transcripts – You must submit your official transcript(s) for courses required for admission. We request verification of your complete academic history, including any college or university you attended
Interim transcripts – If you’re currently enrolled in courses required for admission, you must submit an interim transcript. Your official final grades must be submitted by the deadline specified in your admission letter.
Transcripts must be emailed to Admissions at [email protected] by the issuing institution. Official transcripts may also be dropped off in a sealed envelope at any NSCC campus or mailed to NSCC Admissions using the address to the left.
If you’re a current Nova Scotia high school student, please provide your Nova Scotia student ID number (can be found on your high school transcript or in PowerSchool) when you apply. We'll retrieve your transcript on your behalf.
Tuition
CAD
11,690