About the course

The Skilled Trades Techniques program provides you with the opportunity to explore a variety of trades prior to committing to one specific trade. In the first year, examine four different trade areas such as carpentry, electrical, plumbing, welding, truck and transport, and marine diesel mechanics. You?ll also acquire general skills such as safety, rigging and hoisting, tools and equipment, communication skills, mathematics, and blueprint reading, which are applicable to any trades position.

　　In the second year, you?ll specialize in the specific trade of your choosing and gain in-depth skills in this area. You?ll be on your way to a full-time career as a tradesperson in your given field. There is a focus on practical hands-on learning in our shops throughout the program and a work placement during the second year. Trades people are in high demand throughout New Brunswick with many of our students having job offers even before graduation. The best way to find out if a trade is for you is to give it a try. Students attending St. Andrews campus have the option of specializing in Carpentry, Electrical: Construction, Electrical: Industrial, Welding or Marine Diesel Mechanics in Year 2. Students attending Woodstock Campus have the option of specializing in Carpentry, Electrical: Construction, Welding & Metal Fabrication, Plumbing, or Truck & Transport Service Technician in Year 2. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 2 Year(s)Fees: CA$19,160

Intake	Location
Fall (September), 2024	Woodstock
Fall (September), 2024	St. Andrews
Fall (September), 2025	St. Andrews
Fall (September), 2025	Woodstock

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for New Brunswick Community College

High School Diploma or Adult High School Diploma or GED Diploma of High School Equivalency or Essential Skills Achievement Pathway: Post-Secondary Entry High School Diploma.

　　International English Language Testing System (IELTS) - Academic test only - Minimum score of 6.0 with no subject test score less than 5.5

　　Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)- Minimum score of 80 with no subject test less than 18 (iBT Test)

　　TOEFL - 160

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at New Brunswick Community College. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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