What is the best option for becoming a certified auto body repairer in Canada?

Hey there, pretty dead set on auto body repair as my career choice.. what is my best option for becoming a certified auto body repairer in Ontario? It would be nice to get feedback from someone in the trade.. seems as though an apprenticeship is the only option? there are several programs with colleges in Ontario that are 3 semesters long and leave you with a certificate of apprenticeship or what not. It would be nice to come out of school fully certified but I guess the hands on experience is required? Any sort of advice would be much appreciated.