The Employment Skills for Level 1 Pre-Apprenticeship in Plumbing program, delivered by George Brown College in partnership with WoodGreen is offered at no cost to participants. The program supports newcomers to Canada and others with barriers to employment, giving them an opportunity to start a career in high-demand trades such as plumbing and sheet metal.
Interested applicants will be assessed for Gr. 12 Math and English or equivalent, and are required to participate in 5-weeks of Academic Upgrading to attain the communication and numeracy skills that are needed for entry into the skilled trades.
Our program offers:
- 8-weeks of Level 1 Training in Plumbing and 1-week in Sheet Metal
- 2-weeks of Employability Skill Training
- Employability Skills Training
- Opportunity for an 8-week paid job placement in Plumbing
- Guidance and information on educational and career pathways
WoodGreen will support participants throughout the program with training supports (i.e., safety equipment, clothing, transportation and tech supports) and opportunities to connect with employers who are committed to providing meaningful employment, job readiness and experiences.
Program dates:
- Level 1 In-Class Training in Plumbing: Starts June 26 – August 18, 2023
- Level 1 In-Class Training in Sheet Metal: August 21 – August 25, 2023
- Employability Skills Training: 3 days a week for 2-weeks from September 5 – 7 and September 12- 14
- Opportunity for 8-week paid work placement: Following training
Program Components
Level 1 In-Class Training in Plumbing (including Employability & Job Readiness Training)
Duration: 8-weeks
Delivery: In-person and online
Trades Training in Sheet Metal
Duration: 1-week
Delivery: In-person and online
Employability & Job Readiness Skills Training
Duration: 2-weeks
Delivery: Online
Paid Job Placement Opportunity
Duration: 8-weeks
Delivery: In-person
Program Benefits:
- One-on-one career advisement to assist participants in obtaining employment
- Opportunities for first-hand experience in operating tools and equipment used in plumbing and sheet metal
- Support in job readiness, employability and retention
