If you like to build, create and solve practical problems with your hands, construction could be the right fit for you.
If framing walls, wiring circuits, reading blueprints or operating equipment captures your interest, a hands-on construction career in the housing, commercial or industrial construction markets may be the right fit for you. These pre-apprenticeship programs provide you with foundational skills and confidence to enter the workforce prepared for real industry and workplace conditions.
You enjoy practical work, solving problems and seeing tangible results. You want a reliable, in-demand career but may still be deciding which construction trade best fits your interests. You’re drawn to working with tools, materials, equipment or building systems rather than sitting still.
Brick and Stone Masonry Learn to safely construct and repair decorative and load-bearing walls using a variety of tools and equipment. Learn how to prepare and lay bricks, concrete, tile, glass blocks and stone.
Building Systems Technician (HVAC&R) Develop your skills and knowledge of heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC) and refrigeration systems.
Building Systems Technician (HVAC&R) - Accelerated Develop your skills and knowledge of heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC) and refrigeration systems in a condensed timeframe.
Carpentry Certificate Develop essential skills in the carpentry trade, from construction techniques to adherence to building codes and safety standards.
Carpentry Certificate - Accelerated Develop essential skills in the carpentry trade, from construction techniques to adherence to building codes and safety standards, in a condensed timeframe.
Carpentry Diploma Learn in-depth aspects of carpentry, from construction safety and the use of hand tools, to building science, floor and wall framing and exterior finishing.
Carpentry Diploma - Accelerated Learn in-depth aspects of carpentry in a condensed timeframe, from construction safety and the use of hand tools, to building science, floor and wall framing and exterior finishing.
Electrical Construction and Industrial Get training in construction and industrial electrical, with a strong focus on the principles and practices of construction wiring.
Electrical Construction and Industrial - Accelerated Get training in construction and industrial electrical, with a strong focus on the principles and practices of construction wiring, in a condensed timeframe.
Gas Technician Prepare to work in the growing field of natural gas and propane installation and service.
Heavy Equipment Operator Learn equipment maintenance, system operations and proper site management. Obtain safety skills and practical training in an industry workplace.
Oil Heat Systems Technician Install, repair and maintain oil-fired domestic and light commercial appliance equipment, components and systems.
Pipe Trades A comprehensive and integrated program that builds skills in three fields: steamfitting/pipefitting, sprinkler fitter and plumbing.
Plumbing Learn how to install and repair water distribution and sanitary drainage systems, as well as hot water heating systems.
Power and Utility Line Work Build your knowledge of the systems, safety training and environmental awareness needed to work as a powerline technician.
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Learn the science of refrigeration and a variety of skills to install and troubleshoot mechanical systems, electrical/electronic systems and refrigeration piping systems.
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning - Geothermal Get skills in mechanical systems, electronics and basic welding and start a career specializing in heating, air conditioning and geothermal energy.
Sheet Metal Systems Develop skills in layout, fabrication and installation of sheet metal products and duct systems.
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