Automotive Detailling

Code	4708
Diploma	STC
Sector	Motorized Equipment Maintenance
Length of training	570 hours
Approximate duration in months	7 months
Number of credits	38

This program is offered in French:
4208 - Esthétique de l'automobile

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Program Objectives

Automotive detailing technicians perform a variety of cleaning and restoration tasks on a vehicle, both inside and out, in order to restore it to its original condition or improve its appearance. This may entail thoroughly inspecting a vehicle, maintaining certain components, maintaining and dressing accessories, maintaining the engine bay and trunk, installing antitheft devices, cleaning the interior and exterior of a vehicle, removing stains and dying fabric and leather, applying preventive protectants, sealing and polishing dashboards, waxing and polishing surfaces, touching up paint by hand, applying rustproofing treatments, etc.

Occupation

Automotive detailing technician

Program Content

Code	Statement of Competency	Hours	Credits
STC 020-801	Occupation and Training	15	1
STC 020-802	General Shop Work	45	3
STC 020-803	Quality-Focused Approach and Work Organization	30	2
STC 020-804	Interior, Exterior and Engine Bay Cleaning	105	7
STC 020-805	Maintenance: Hinges, Locks, Rubber Seals, Mouldings and Decorative Trim	30	2
STC 020-806	Rust Protection	30	2
STC 020-807	Paint Restoration	105	7
STC 020-808	Paint Touch-Ups	30	2
STC 020-809	Upholstery Repairs	30	2
STC 020-810	Accessory Installation	30	2
STC 020-811	Quality Control	30	2
STC 020-812	Practicum/Job Search	30	2
STC-020-813	Workplace Integration	60	4
		570	38

Admission Conditions and Prerequisites

To be eligible for admission to the Automotive Detailing program, candidates must meet the following requirements:

- Have earned Secondary III credits or the equivalent in language of instruction, second language and mathematics
OR
Hold an Attestation of Equivalence of Secondary Studies (AESS)
OR
Have successfully completed the General Development Test (GDT) without specific prerequisites
- Be at least 18 years of age
OR
Meet the eligibility criteria for Emploi-Québec’s Manpower Training Measure
(This STC is eligible for the TCST-STC bridge)

Admission requirements for the TCST-STC bridge

The admission requirements for the TCST-STC bridge are identical to those that apply to the TCST-DVS bridge:
- Hold a TCST;
AND - Be at least 16 years old on September 30 of the school year in which you start vocational training;
AND - Have earned the required credits in language of instruction, second language and mathematics in Secondary Cycle 1 in general education in the youth sector or in Secondary II in adult general education.

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Montréal

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Places available
Admission by waiting list
Course full

English-Montréal SB

Vocational Training Centre	Group	Status	D/E	Start Date
Laurier MacDonald Vocational Centre/CFP Laurier-Macdonald	ADFE25D		D	Feb. 3rd, 2025

Automotive detailing technicians

Automotive detailing technicians clean, wax, polish and restore the interior and exterior of vehicles. They see to the maintenance of certain accessories, install anti-theft technology and apply rustproofing products. A job as an automotive detailing technician requires a methodical and meticulous personality. It’s a stimulating job that requires excellent manual dexterity and attention to detail.

Average Salary

Automotive detailing technicians — $17.00

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