Automotive Service Technician Certificate

At Saskatchewan Polytechnic, Saskatoon, the deadline to apply for the Sep 2027 intake is May 1, 2027, while tuition fees are 22,185 CAD per year.

The Automotive Service Technician Certificate is a non-degree program for students who enjoy working on cars and trucks, offered at Saskatchewan Polytechnic in Canada. This one-year program helps students become technicians in automotive shops, car and truck dealerships, or transportation companies. Its main advantage is providing transferable skills to other trades.

The curriculum focuses on developing problem-solving skills, mechanical aptitude, and manual dexterity. Students learn by working on cars and trucks, gaining hands-on experience in an automotive shop setting. They also develop skills to work on agricultural machinery, heavy duty equipment, and truck and transport mechanics.

Graduates can pursue careers as automotive service technicians, truck and transport mechanics, agricultural machinery technicians, or heavy duty equipment technicians. They can work in automotive shops, car and truck dealerships, specialty shops, service stations, or transportation companies.

Saskatchewan Polytechnic in Saskatoon is a leading Canadian applied learning institution established in 1941, focused on career-oriented education and technical training. The Saskatoon campus delivers hands-on programs in health sciences, engineering technologies, business and trades, designed with employer input to match regional and national labour needs. With around 15,000 students and strong industry connections, the polytechnic emphasizes workplace readiness and practical skills.

Programs emphasize simulations, lab work, co-op placements and industry projects so students graduate with job-ready competencies. Faculty bring current professional experience into teaching and campus facilities replicate workplace environments to accelerate learning. International students receive orientation, language support and dedicated services for credential recognition, visa guidance and career placement in Canada’s growing sectors.

Saskatoon offers an affordable, safe city with a welcoming community, active cultural events and outdoor recreation along rivers and parks. Student services include housing assistance, mental health supports and employer networking events to ease the transition to employment. With 34 programs and flexible continuing education options, Saskatchewan Polytechnic supports lifelong learning and provides clear, applied pathways for international students pursuing technical careers in Canada.