When I first decided to pursue a career in the residential construction industry, I explored many other colleges and educational institutions that offered courses related to the construction trade. I found that none of them offered such an extensive curriculum of both theory and hands-on training. As I move forward in my new career, I am thankful for all the training I received from the very skilled and dedicated staff at The Centre.

Robert Owen
Residential
Construction Program Graduate and Recipient of Exceptional Overall Performance Award, 2009

   
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Skilled Trades
New Home Construction

Are you interested in a career in the construction industry? The Centre can help you build a better future through this dynamic, full-time, Skilled Trades Training program designed to give you the skills and experience you need to begin an exciting new career in the construction industry.

It features 10 weeks of in-class instruction and 8 weeks of on-the-job training taught by instructors who have not only a strong understanding of theory but also years of hands-on industry experience. It also features job search assistance.

10 Weeks of Hands-On, In-Class Instruction

  • Technical Subjects
    Effective use of hand and power tools, Introduction to blueprint reading, Introduction to the Ontario Building Code – Section 9, Construction Estimating, Window & Door Installations, Floor/Wall/Roof Systems, Construction Safety Training and Basic fall protection

  • Employability Skills
    Critical for employment success, this component includes Resumes, Interview Skills, First Aid, WHMIS and Soft Skills Training

8 Weeks Hands-On, Instructor-Led, On-the-Job Training

  • You’ll learn about a specific Construction Industry sub-trade such as framing.

  • You’ll practice your skills by framing a house from foundation right through to final framing details

Job Search Assistance

This program is offered exclusively in our Burlington location.

Next information session: See the Get Job Ready--Fast page.

Next program start: Phone for information

For more information, please call 905-333-3499 or
905-878-1240, ext. 121 or email trades@thecentre.on.ca.

 
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