How long is the Pre-Employment Carpentry at Portage College?
16 Weeks

What you need to get in to the Pre-Employment Carpentry at Portage College?
The Pre-employment Carpentry program is 16 weeks in length and is designed to provide theoretical knowledge and practical experience to students who are interested in obtaining employment in the welding field. Recommend grade 9 or successful Trades Entrance Exam 2 results, or completion of AF3/Trades Readiness is also accepted. (High School Grade 12 recommended by industry). No assessment if 60% or more in Math 10/23 or Math 10 Applied or Pure and English 10/13 or English 10-1 or 10-2, or Trades Entrance Exam (TEE), if no TEE must write: CAAT Level C (omit Spelling and Language) Emphasis on Math, Science and Reading Comprehension. Minimum Stanine of 4 in all areas. The Competency Based Apprenticeship Training (CBAT) system provides students with the opportunity to accelerate their learning by taking into account previously learned skills and knowledge, and allowing them to progress at their own pace. This allows the student to concentrate on skills they require. All students are required to take or demonstrate competency in the core skill based courses, but they are free to choose from optional employability enhancement components. These courses may be taken depending on the individual needs of the student and include training in computers. WHIMS, First-Aid and other courses which may increase a student?s skills and marketability. The program also offers a Job Search component to give students the tools needed to find employment.

For more information on the Pre-Employment Carpentry at Portage College
(780) 623-5580

Does the :program offer a Coop?
No

Distance Education Available:
No

What type of learning environment should I expect in the Pre-Employment Carpentry?
In Class Study