Overview

Do you thrive on hands-on work and real-world results? If so, a career in the Trades might be the perfect fit. Coast Mountain College offers a range of Trades programs that get you out of the office and into action, whether you're working with tools, machines, or materials.

Choose from foundation programs, which teach essential skills to get started, or apprenticeship training, where you build on real job experience. Both paths lead to in-demand careers right here in Northwest BC.

Get trained and get working. Start your future in Trades with Coast Mountain College.

Programs offered

Adult Intro to Trades

Jul 10, 2018, 15:37 PM
Title:
Adult Intro to Trades
Course leaf link:
https://www.coastmountaincollege.ca/programs/discover/continuing-studies/trades/adult-intro-to-trades
Program Length:
10 weeks
Intakes:
On demand
Select Certification Type If Applicable:
Statement of Completion
It is never too late to enter a new career and acquire in-demand skills. Skilled trade jobs are highly respected, well paid and provide long-term work security.

Adult Intro to Trades

Jul 10, 2018, 15:37 PM
Title:
Adult Intro to Trades
Course leaf link:
https://www.coastmountaincollege.ca/programs/discover/continuing-studies/trades/adult-intro-to-trades
Program Length:
10 weeks
Intakes:
On demand
Select Certification Type If Applicable:
Statement of Completion
It is never too late to enter a new career and acquire in-demand skills. Skilled trade jobs are highly respected, well paid and provide long-term work security.
  • Train in Trades

    Train and work in your community. At Coast Mountain College, trades students develop skills and prepare for in-demand careers. From welding to hairstyling to carpentry, there's something for anyone who prefers a hands-on approach.

    Apply today!

  • Working as a Heavy Duty Apprentice

    Learn and practice the skills needed to work with heavy-duty equipment repairs and maintenance needs. Travis Chalifoux talk about his experience working as a Heavy Duty Apprentice at the Finning Cat Rental Store in Terrace, BC.

    Learn more.

  • Hairstylist Foundation & Dual Credit

    Did you know high school students can enroll in the dual credit program to start their academic journey in one of our many trades programs like Hairstylist Foundation?

    Learn more!

  • Train and work in your local communities.

    Dylan Gordon is grateful to have the opportunity to study and work in his hometown of Terrace where he is close to his family and available employment. He just finished Foundation training for his Red Seal in Electrical and is now working for a local company before he returns to campus to continue his studies.

  • training facilities

    Trades training facility

    Visit our new and improved trades training facility at the Terrace campus.

    Improvements to the House of Cedar building include structural upgrades, training enhancements and a two-story commons area with added study space and technological improvements.

    Learn more

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    ITA & Red Seal Trades

    Skilled Trades BC leads and coordinates British Columbia’s skilled trades system.

    Build your future with our Read Seal designated Foundation and Apprenticeship Trades programs, designed to maximize your practical skills. 

    Red Seal