Oil Heat Systems Technician

• High School Graduation Diploma or equivalent.
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• Oil Heat Systems Technician

• Field experience (work placement) is a mandatory credit course completed at the end of your program. It provides you with the opportunity to apply your knowledge and skills outside of the classroom.
• Opportunities are typically unpaid and last approximately 5 weeks.
• Transportation, accommodations and other costs related to work placements are your responsibility.
• For more information visit Work Experience Opportunities

This program prepares graduates for career opportunities in sales, service and installation.

Learn more about labour market information – visit Career Options.

• This program is a first step towards certification in the Oil Heat System Technician trade. To become certified, you must register as an apprentice with Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency (NSAA). Once registered, you can transfer credit from this program towards your apprenticeship.
• This program meets the changing demands of the heating services sector and helps you develop industry relevant skills.

• This program is not offered at regular NSCC tuition.
• Additional skills and abilities, including math, reading and workplace skills, are essential for your success in Trades and Technology programs. See the Trades and Technology Preparation Checklist (PDF 23KB).
• A minimum of a Class 5 Drivers Licence is required for employment.
• You must be bondable to gain employment.
• Certification with a Red Seal – Oil Heat System Technician is a designated trade in Nova Scotia. Graduates who complete an apprenticeship program in this trade are eligible to write the provincial certification exam, receive their certification and Red Seal. The Red Seal allows certified tradespersons to practise the trade in any province or territory in Canada – where the trade is designated – without having to write further examinations.
• You require a Certificate of Qualification issued by the NSAA to legally work in the Oil Heat System Technician trade in Nova Scotia.
• This program places a high importance on providing you with skills and knowledge to work safely in industry. You participate in a number of introductory safety awareness courses to prepare for employment.
• Many employers in this industry require a current, official Criminal Record check as part of the hiring process. A conviction on your criminal record may impact your ability to secure employment.