Program Description
Construction is one of the country’s largest industries offering a wide variety of trades, an extensive career ladder and opportunities for business ownership.
The program focuses on the basics of the construction trade including tools and materials, workplace safety, career ladders in construction, problem-solving skills, and the skills required to enter pre-apprenticeship programs in a variety of construction trades such as welding, electricity, plumbing, carpentry, masonry and heating and air conditioning. Basic skills that are required in all of those trades, such as workplace mathematics and blueprint reading, will also be addressed.
Upon completion of the Careers in Construction Diploma Program, the student will be equipped with the skills and knowledge to secure and excel in a basic position in the construction field and to enter a union pre-apprentice program.
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