Automotive Service Technician Toyota (MAP 32) 8689

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Program code: 8689
School: School of Transportation
Credential: Certificate
Program Type: Modified apprenticeship program
Program Length: In-school sessions consist of 4 eight week blocks, alternating with apprenticeship work terms
Start Date: August 2013, October 2013
Location: Ashtonbee Campus
Tel: 416-289-5000, ext. 7295

Housed within Canada's Transportation Training Hub, this program is designed for existing or new Toyota Dealer apprentices, this program is covered in four eight-week blocks, alternating with apprenticeship work terms at your Toyota Dealer.

The program includes the traditional apprenticeship curriculum, as well as additional training on Toyota products' description, operation, diagnostics and repair. All delivered on Toyota vehicles and components in fully-equipped automotive labs, giving the students and their employers that extra edge.

New apprentices without a Toyota background may apply to enter this program at various levels by contacting the Coordinator, Wayne Woodhouse.

Student Benefits
  • In-school training is delivered in state-of-the-art facilities at Canada's transportation training hub.
  • In-school training covers eight weeks more material in greater depth than the traditional apprenticeship curriculum.
  • Apprentices are currently eligible for up to $4000 in various grants and tax incentives.
Employer Benefits
  • Employers are eligible for up to $45,000 over four years in various federal and provincial tax incentives.
  • Employers gain an upcoming Toyota dedicated employee that has future potential.
  • Students' training on Toyota products makes them productive immediately after completing each level of their training.
  • New apprentices without a Toyota background may apply to enter this program at various levels by contacting the Coordinator.

Eligibility

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or GED (General Educational Development), or equivalent.

Non-academic Requirements

  • Applicants employed by a Toyota dealership are preferred. When space permits, additional applicants may be selected through an interview process.
  • Apprentices may apply to enter this program at various levels by contacting the Coordinator.
If you are an employed Toyota apprentice, or are not applying to Ontariocolleges.ca:

Apply directly to Centennial College online at www.centennialcollege.ca/mapapplication


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    Career Outlook

     This program prepares you for a rewarding career in the following occupations:

    • Automotive Service Technicians 
    • Service Writers / Advisors 
    • Service & Parts Managers 
    • Trainers / Professors 
    • Automotive Manufacturer Specialists
    FAQ’s for Apprentices

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    Financial Incentives for Apprentices and Employers

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