Conestoga news

November 22, 2011 10:12 AM

Tuition-Free Pre-Apprenticeship Training Programs

Conestoga College is accepting applications for two new Pre-Apprenticeship Training Programs which will give participants insight and experience with regard to a skilled trades career and a head start on achieving apprenticeship certification. These tuition-free programs are funded by the Government of Ontario.

Starting in March 2012, the Pre-Apprenticeship General Machinist Program will be offered at Conestoga's Doon Campus and runs full-time during the day for 32 weeks; the program also features an additional eight (8) week practical work placement experience.

This program includes multiple trade exposure in General Machinist, Machine Tool Builder Integrator, Tool Maker and Tool and Die Maker. Precision Machining common core Level 1 apprenticeship training is also included.

Also, starting in March 2012, the Pre-Apprenticeship Commercial Vehicle & Equipment Technician Program will be offered at Conestoga's Guelph Campus and runs full-time during the day for 23 weeks; the program also features an additional eight (8) week practical work placement experience.

This program includes multiple trade exposure in Heavy Duty Equipment, Truck and Coach, Power Lift Truck and Farm Equipment Technician. Commercial Vehicle common core Level 1 apprenticeship training is also included.

Note that only 24 enrollment spaces are available in each program. Attend an information session to learn more!

For more information please contact Kristen at 519-748-5220 ext. 5484 (Doon) or 519-824-9390 ext. 5484 (Guelph) or email kgoetz@conestogac.on.ca