Auto Body Technician Certificate

Tuition fees are 20,128 CAD per year, while applications for the Aug 2027 intake are open until May 1, 2027.

The Auto Body Technician Certificate is a non-degree program for students who want to work with cars. It's a one-year program at Saskatchewan Polytechnic in Canada, taught in English. The program helps students get ready for jobs in auto body shops, dealerships, and private garages.

The curriculum includes hands-on training in auto body repair, painting, and refinishing. Students learn to fix damaged vehicles, work with different materials, and use specialized tools. They also develop skills like problem-solving, critical thinking, and attention to detail.

Graduates can work as Auto Body Technicians, Collision Repair Technicians, Paint Technicians, or Service Writers. They can find jobs in auto body shops, car dealerships, or private garages. With experience, they can move into roles like Shop Foreman or Estimator, working with companies like car manufacturers or insurance companies.

Saskatchewan Polytechnic, Regina, is a hands-on institution known for industry-focused technical and vocational education. Established roots and modern facilities support a practical approach to learning that prepares students for direct entry into the workforce. The Regina campus offers applied programs designed to meet regional and national labour needs, with a student body that includes a significant international presence and a commitment to experiential learning.

Programs cover a broad range of trades, health technologies, business and engineering technologies, with 27 distinct options that emphasize applied skills, labs and work placements. Strong partnerships with local employers shape curricula and create practicum and co-op opportunities, allowing students to build professional networks and accumulate workplace experience before graduation. Faculty with industry backgrounds provide mentorship and skill-focused instruction aligned with employer expectations.

Campus services support both domestic and international students through advising, skills development and career-centred workshops, helping graduates navigate job search and credential recognition. The college’s practical training model, combined with vibrant community ties in Regina, makes it a pragmatic choice for students seeking applied learning and clear pathways into employment across Saskatchewan and beyond.