12160 88 Ave, Surrey, BC V3W 3J2

Welcome to ATC Surrey – Your Automotive Training Destination in Canada

Why Study at ATC Surrey?

Surrey, British Columbia, is one of Canada’s fastest-growing cities and a hub for automotive and transportation industries. As an international student at our Automotive Training Centre (ATC) – Surrey, you’ll receive industry-relevant, hands-on training that prepares you for a successful career in the automotive field.

Beyond career preparation, studying in Surrey offers numerous benefits, including access to a multicultural community, a high quality of life, and a more affordable cost of living compared to other major cities like Vancouver or Toronto. ATC Surrey is committed to providing a welcoming and supportive environment for international students, ensuring a smooth transition to studying and living in Canada.

Top Reasons to Choose ATC Surrey

  • Industry-Focused Training – Our short, practical programs are designed to get you job-ready with minimal classroom time and maximum hands-on learning.
  • Expert Instructors – Learn from seasoned professionals with real-world experience in the automotive sector.
  • Completing an Approved English Language Pathway Program.
  • Flexible Scheduling – Many programs offer flexible study options, allowing students to balance studies with work opportunities.
  • Work While You Study – International students in Canada can work part-time while studying, gaining valuable real-world experience and helping to support living expenses.
  • Career-Focused Curriculum – Programs are developed with direct input from industry leaders, ensuring students learn skills that employers demand.
  • Pathways to Employment – ATC has strong industry connections with dealerships, repair shops, and transport companies, offering job placement assistance.

With a hands-on learning approach, ATC Surrey ensures students graduate with practical skills, making them more competitive in the job market. Whether you’re looking to become an Automotive Service Technician, Collision Estimator, or Business Manager in the Automotive Industry, ATC Surrey has a program tailored for you.

Studying in Canada – An Overview of the Education System

Canada is recognized worldwide for its high-quality education system, offering diverse learning opportunities for international students. The country’s post-secondary education system includes universities, colleges, and specialized career training institutions like ATC Surrey, which focus on practical, career-oriented training.

International students benefit from Canada’s strong emphasis on experiential learning, where programs integrate hands-on training, co-op placements, and work opportunities that align with industry demands. Additionally, the Canadian government supports international students with policies that allow work during and after studies, offering pathways to long-term career opportunities and potential immigration options.

For more information about studying in Canada, including visa requirements, student work permits, and living in Canada, visit the official Education in Canada website: EduCanada.

International Student Support at ATC Surrey

We understand that studying in a new country comes with challenges. ATC Surrey provides dedicated support for international students, including:

  • Guidance on Student Visas & Permits – Assisting students with application requirements.
  • Housing Assistance – Helping students find affordable and comfortable accommodation options.
  • Career Services – Connecting students with potential employers through our industry partnerships.
  • Multicultural Environment – Join a diverse student community and build lifelong connections.

Your Future Starts Here

Choosing ATC Surrey means choosing a career-focused education that equips you with the skills needed for success in Canada’s thriving automotive industry. With practical training, industry connections, and employment opportunities, you’ll be well-prepared for a rewarding career.

Contact us today to learn more about our programs, admissions process, and how ATC Surrey can help you achieve your automotive career goals in Canada!

Let ATC Guide you toward a successful career

Hear from ATC Graduates!

Caldad Myler – Automotive Service Technician Graduate

Question: When did you graduate?

Answer: I graduated from ATC’s Automotive Service Technician program.

Question: Why did you choose ATC?

Answer: The short program length let me work while learning, which was perfect for me.

Question: What are the people like at ATC?

Answer: Friendly and supportive! The instructors are very knowledgeable and experienced in mechanics.

Question: What kind of person should go to ATC?

Answer: Anyone interested in cars! I started with zero experience and learned everything I needed for a career.

Question: Why would you recommend ATC?

Answer: It’s great for hands-on learners who don’t want to spend years in school but want to start a career fast.

Taylor Tietze Auto Body Collision Estimator

My grandfather started Coache Collision Ltd. in 1975, and my father began working there in 1985, as a collision estimator.  My grandfather retired in 2008 leaving the company to my dad, who has owned it since then.  I had only worked at the company in the summer during high school washing cars and cleaning the shop.  After graduating high school, I jumped from job to job; never really happy with the different fields of work I was in.  In January 2012 I went back to Coache Collision and started to do more than just wash cars, enjoying everything that I did.  I soon came to the realization that this is where I belonged, and the career path I had chosen was to follow in my grandfather and father’s footsteps and join the family business.

To advance to the Collision Estimator position at Coache Collision, I was required to take a course related to the work I would be doing.  After doing some research and reading many online reviews, I decided to enroll in the Auto Body Collision Estimator program at the Automotive Training Centre in Surrey, BC.  This would prove to be one of the best decisions I have ever made.

The topics covered in class and the knowledge handed down were made easy to understand, and there was no stone left unturned.  Even my dad, who has been in the industry for 28 years was astounded at the amount I was learning, and the rate at which I was learning it as well.  I was even able to teach him a few things he didn’t already know!

Immediately, within the first week of the class, I was excited to learn, comfortable with the environment and my fellow classmates, and extremely confident in my instructor, Ward MacDougall.  Ward has found a way to make the classroom a fun place to be, whilst packing in copious amounts of knowledge at the same time.  His teaching methods and the way he conducted himself inside and outside the class were outstanding, and he had done for me what no other teacher had ever done before, he made me love coming to school in the morning to learn.  All of the staff at ATC were extremely friendly and accommodating, making me feel comfortable every step of the way.

It’s April 2013 now and I am happily working with my dad in the family business as a Collision Estimator, and loving every minute of it.  The transitions between work and school couldn’t have been smoother thanks to the work of the ATC staff, and my incredible instructor Ward.  I would highly recommend ATC without hesitation to anyone looking to go into the Automotive Industry.

Thank you to all the staff at ATC and especially Ward MacDougall for making my learning experience a pleasure, and helping to jump start my career.

Graduate, Auto Body Collision Estimator program, 2013,

Taylor Tietze

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