Red Seal Exam Preparation Certificate — Auto Body and Collision Technician

Welcome to the Auto Body and Collision Technician Red Seal Exam Preparation Certificate at Heritage Community College! This program is tailored for experienced auto body and collision professionals and tradespeople who want focused preparation for the national Red Seal certification.

Over 350 hours of instructor-led training, you’ll refresh theory, clarify complex trade concepts, and build confidence in the competencies assessed on the Red Seal exam. Whether you choose full-time (17.5 weeks) or part-time (35 weeks) study, our expert instructors guide you through the expertise needed to excel in structural repair principles, damage assessment, refinishing theory, and more.

• Total Hours: 350
• Full-Time: 17.5 Weeks
• Part-Time: 35 Weeks
• Delivery: Instructor-Led | Theory-Focused | 20+ Mock Tests | Exam Preparation
• Credential: Certificate of Completion issued by Heritage Community College
• Tuition Fee: $3,990

About Auto Body and Collision Technicians

Auto Body and Collision Technicians are skilled professionals who assess, repair, and restore vehicles following collisions. They use industry standards and manufacturer specifications to deliver repairs that ensure both vehicle appearance and safety. Technicians with Red Seal certification are recognized across Canada for their trade proficiency. Here are five key areas of expertise that Auto Body and Collision Technicians develop and demonstrate:

• Analyze Collision Damage: Evaluate structural and cosmetic damage, interpret repair plans, and understand repair vs. replace decisions.
• Structural Repair Principles: Apply theory of unibody and frame construction, damage assessment, and alignment considerations for safe repair.
• Body Component Repair & Replacement: Understand panel damage evaluation, metalworking fundamentals, and replacement procedures.
• Surface Preparation & Refinishing Theory: Refresh surface prep processes and paint/refinish system theory relevant to exam scenarios.
• Related Systems Awareness: Review mechanical and electrical systems impacted by collisions and safety system considerations.