This Program is offered at the following campus locations: Dawson Creek
Description:
The Foundation Program consists of Level 1 and Level 2 Apprenticeship Technical Training in addition to practical and essential skills related to the Plumber Apprenticeship program. A Plumber is a person who installs, alters, or repairs any plumbing system and including all work usually done by a Journeyperson Plumber governed by the B.C. Plumbing Code.
Certification: Certificate in Plumber - Foundation Trades Training
Program Contact: Tim Roberts
Dean: Jeff Lekstrom
Admission Requirements:
Applicants will fit one of the three specific groups:
- High school dual credit students:
Grade 10 level completion that includes:
Grade 10 English, or Career and College Preparation English 030, with 67% (C+) or higher
Grade 10 Math (Apprenticeship and Workplace Math), or Career and College Preparation Math 030, with 67% (C+) or higher
- Adults – Submission of a high school transcript indicating:
Grade 10 level completion that includes:
Grade 10 English, or Career and College Preparation English 030, with 67% (C+) or higher
Grade 10 Math (Applications or Principles), or Career and College Preparation Math 030, with 67% (C+) or higher
- Adults or high school dual credit students – Completion of assessment:An applicant who does not have the above academic background is required to write an assessment in Reading Comprehension, Number Operations, Problem Solving, and Mechanical Reasoning. A minimum Grade Equivalent (GE) score of 10.0 or higher is required for Reading Comprehension, Number Operations, and Problem Solving; and above average score (51/70; 6th Stanine) required for Mechanical Reasoning. Based on the results of the assessment, applicants may be required to participate in an assessment interview to determine admissibility. Interview may be conducted via teleconference if necessary.
Program Length (Weeks): 20
Program Length (Hours): 600
Program Intake Start: September
Program Intake Finish: February
Available Seats: 16
Application Deadline: One month prior to start date
Career Prospects:
Excellent opportunities exist in the local and regional industry for plumbers. Above average salaries are offered as well as excellent working environments.
Affiliations:
- British Columbia Industry Training Authority
- Program Advisory Committee
Additional Requirements and Supplies:
- Application Fee and Trades Assessment Fee - if applicable. Please refer to the Tuition Schedule.
- Once accepted, students are required to pay a non-refundable, non-transferable, non-deferable deposit to hold a seat in the program.
- Textbooks
- Safety wear such as gloves, hard hats, and coveralls, footwear having CSA safety-toe protection and CSA safety glasses with clear lenses.
- Students are required to sign and adhere to the Trades and Apprenticeship Safety and Attendance Policy.
Eligibility for Canada Student Loans: Yes
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StudentAid BC to apply for financial assistance online.
Required Minimum Grade: 70%
Residency Requirements: 100%
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