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Wednesday, 27 March 2013 15:13 |
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Toronto, Ontario -- March 27, 2013 -- AYCE Employment Services, a division of Tropicana Community Services, has announced that it will accept applications for the 2013 Pre-apprenticeship Training Program for Autobody Collision and Damage Repair until April 2, 2013.
Applicants to the program must be interested in the automotive sector and ready to begin a career in Autobody Collision and Damage Repair, able to commit to a 30 week full-time program from April 8 to November 22, 2013 and ready to be part of an exciting field that is expected to grow over the next five years.
All applicants must also possess an OSSD (Grade 12 diploma) or the equivalent, be between the ages of 18 and 30, legally entitled to work in Canada and have a valid SIN Card and must possess a valid Ontario Driver’s License.
Participants will have access to:
- An introduction to the basics of the autobody collision trade
- An introduction to the automotive service technician trade
- Six weeks of pre-employment training, including interview preparation, resume writing, WHMIS training and job coaching
- Level 1 Autobody Collision and Damage Repair course at Centennial College
- Toolkit and course materials
- Connections with employers who will provide industry information and answer your questions
- Tours of local autobody repair shops
- A 12 week paid work placement with an employer
For more information, please contact Marc Tremblay, Program Coordinator, at (416) 491-7000 ext. 203 or via email to @ayce.on.ca. More information is also available at ayce.on.ca/services/pre-apprenticeship.
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Tuesday, 26 March 2013 13:23 |
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Toronto, Ontario -- March 26, 2013 -- The Ontario Technological Skills Competition (OTSC) is the largest skilled trades competition in Canada. More than 1,900 Ontario students compete for medals in 63 different contest areas, including Auto Collision Repair and Auto Painting.
The OTSC offers a unique opportunity for students to demonstrate their skills and enthusiasm for their chosen career choices to educators, family and friends. A crowd of 30,000 captivated visitors cheer them on, many of them students. The talent and dedication on display serves as a cause for inspiration for many of the students who are just beginning to think about their career paths.
The OTSC will be held May 6 to 8, in Waterloo, Ont., The event also offers students many additional resources and insights into post-secondary options through the Career Exploration Showcase, Elementary Career Awareness Workshops, and Young Women’s Conferences. All of these components of the OTSC are not only designed to ensure students become more aware of the benefits and opportunities in a wide variety of fields, but to motivate this future workforce and give them the information they need to start on the path towards a successful career in the skilled trades and technologies.
As a not-for-profit organization, Skills Canada-Ontario relies on the support of an army of volunteers to make the OTSC a reality. Hundreds of individuals from industry, education and the community at large work countless hours to set up 37,000 sq. feet of competition and exhibition space, secure judges and suppliers, chair the contests, take down the show, and counsel the “Team Ontario” members who have advanced to the national competition.
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Friday, 08 March 2013 11:26 |
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By Andrew Ardizzi
Fanshawe College is partnering with the province of Ontario to offer a no-charge, 37-week pre-apprenticeship auto body, collision repair and painting program.
The full-time course will include Level 1 apprenticeship training, in addition to trades readiness, skills training and academic upgrading. To further help students break into the industry, the program will also offer job search guidance and up to eight weeks of practical training with local employers.
The program is open to students who have graduated from Grade 12 from an Ontario high school or have an equivalent education. Students should also possess advanced english language skills, have a strong work ethic, problem solving skills and a desire to succeed in the auto services industry. Potential applicants must also be at least 16-years-old and be eligible to work in Ontario.
Information meetings are scheduled to begin at Fanshawe College, located at 1764 Oxford St E, near Third Street. If interested, potential applicants are encouraged to attend one of the meetings and should bring copies of their updated resumes as applications will be accepted at the information sessions.
Several meetings have been scheduled:
Wed. March 20, at 7:00 p.m. Room Z2005
Fri. March 22, at 10:00 a.m. Room Z1024
Sat. Mar 23, at 10:00 a.m. Room Z2005
Wed. April 10, at 7:00 p.m. Room Z2005
Fri. April 12, at 10:00 a.m. Room Z1024
Sat. April 13, at 10:00 a.m. Room Z2005
For more information, students may contact Fanshawe College, School of Transportation Technology, at 519-452-4450.
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Wednesday, 06 March 2013 12:54 |
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Hamilton, Ontario -- March 6, 2013 -- The basic estimating collision repair training course is back to help shop or office employees, new estimators and insurance company staff who may need assistance in estimating collision damage on cars and light trucks in Ontario.
Taught by experienced apprenticeship instructor, Jim Miles, this six-night course includes introduction to estimating, understanding vehicle construction, fundamentals of estimate writing, understanding collision manuals, additional charges and collision damage analysis.
The first evening course starts April 15, with two classes per week over a three-week period. Total instruction time is 18 hours. Times and locations are listed below.
London, Ont.
Fanshawe College Motive Power Centre
Monday & Wednesday evenings
6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Start Date: Monday, April 15, 2013
Burlington, Ont.
Robert Bateman Secondary School
Tuesday & Thursday
Start Date: Tuesday, April 16, 2013
Toronto, Ont.
Call for details
Start Date: June 17, 2013
The cost for association members is $450.00 plus HST, per person and $550.00 plus HST, per person for non-members. Students can register by contacting the association office at 1-866-309-4272 or e-mailing
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. Prepayment is mandatory.
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Wednesday, 30 January 2013 14:54 |
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Hamilton, Ontario -- January 30, 2012 -- Collision repair apprentices working towards their Ontario accreditation are invited to participate in a complimentary seminar at Mohawk College’s Stoney Creek campus.
Third year (advanced level) auto body and collision damage repairer apprentices are invited to participate, along with apprentices who have previously attempted, and failed, the Ontario Certificate of Qualification exam.
The course spans one month, beginning Feb. 5th and ending Mar. 7th, and is funded by the Ontario government. Classes are held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. The course will provide an overview of training and offer assistance to help students pass their license exam.
Apprentices considering attending the seminar are urged to register immediately, as the course begins imminently and space is limited.
To register, please contact Mohawk College, Stoney Creek campus, at (905) 575-1212. Apprentices or challengers who do not meet these qualifications should check with their local MTCU office with a request to attend.
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