Program at a glance
Credential
Certificate
Work experience
Sponsored apprentice
Delivery
On campus
Study options
Full-time
Open to International
No
Area of study
Length
10 weeks
Electrician (Harmonized)
Construction electricians assemble, install, and wire the electrical systems in new homes and buildings. You'll work on everything from lighting and climate control systems to communication equipment.
Schedules
10 weeks per level, each year; requires four levels to gain a Red Seal Certification. Training will take place at Interurban Campus.
Training will take place at Interurban Campus. Contact Registration to confirm seat availability*, 250-370-3550.
Level 1: Harmonized
Level 1: 10 weeks
| Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|
| January 2, 2024 | March 8, 2024 |
| March 11, 2024 | July 26, 2024 |
| May 21, 2024 | July 26, 2024 |
| October 15, 2024 | December 20, 2024 |
| January 6, 2025 | March 14, 2025 |
| March 17, 2025 | May 23, 2025 |
| May 26, 2025 | August 1, 2025 |
| October 14, 2025 | December 19, 2025 |
| January 5, 2026 | March 13, 2026 |
| March 16, 2026 | May 22, 2026 |
| May 25, 2026 | July 31, 2026 |
| October 13, 2026 | December 18, 2026 |
| January 4, 2027 | March 12, 2027 |
| March 15, 2027 | May 21, 2027 |
Level 2: Harmonized
10 weeks
| Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|
| January 2, 2024 | March 8, 2024 |
| March 11, 2024 | May 17, 2024 |
| May 21, 2024 | July 26, 2024 |
| August 6, 2024 | October 11, 2024 |
| October 15, 2024 | December 20, 2024 |
| January 6, 2025 | March 14, 2025 |
| March 17, 2025 | May 23, 2025 |
| May 26, 2025 | August 1, 2025 |
| August 5, 2025 | October 10, 2025 |
| October 14, 2025 | December 19, 2025 |
| January 5, 2026 | March 13, 2026 |
| March 16, 2026 | May 22, 2026 |
| May 19, 2026 | July 24, 2026 |
| August 4, 2026 | October 9, 2026 |
| October 13, 2026 | December 18, 2026 |
| January 4, 2027 | March 12, 2027 |
| March 15, 2027 | May 21, 2027 |
Level 3: Harmonized
10 weeks
| Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|
| January 2, 2024 | March 8, 2024 |
| March 11, 2024 | May 17, 2024 |
| May 21, 2024 | July 26, 2024 |
| October 15, 2024 | December 15, 2024 |
| January 6, 2025 | March 14, 2025 |
| March 17, 2025 | May 23, 2025 |
| May 26, 2025 | August 1, 2025 |
| October 14, 2025 | December 19, 2025 |
| January 5, 2026 | March 13, 2026 |
| March 16, 2026 | May 22, 2026 |
| May 19, 2026 | July 24, 2026 |
| October 13, 2026 | December 18, 2026 |
Level 4: Harmonized
10 weeks
| Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|
| January 2, 2024 | March 8, 2024 |
| March 11, 2024 | May 17, 2024 |
| August 26, 2024 | November 1, 2024 |
| October 15, 2024 | December 20, 2024 |
| January 6, 2025 | March 14, 2025 |
| March 17, 2025 | May 23, 2025 |
| August 25, 2025 | October 31, 2025 |
| October 14, 2025 | December 19, 2025 |
| January 5, 2026 | March 13, 2026 |
| March 16, 2026 | May 22, 2026 |
| August 24, 2026 | October 30, 2026 |
| October 13, 2026 | December 18, 2026 |
| January 4, 2027 | March 12, 2027 |
| March 15, 2027 | May 21, 2027 |
*All dates are subject to change.
Note: Harmonized - apprenticeship training requirements are aligned across Canada within the Red Seal trades.
Program standards for each trade's required training are set by SkilledTradesBC.
Camosun College is a proud supporter of the Red Seal interprovincial trades program.
Vancouver Island's largest provider of trades training
Take your skills and training to the highest standards as an apprentice to complete your Red Seal Certification.
As a sponsored apprentice, you'll receive on-the-job practical skills from your employer. At Camosun, you'll develop your skills in communication, critical thinking, problem-solving, mathematics, and safe work practices
Four levels of electrical apprenticeship certification
You'll be in school about once a year to complete a level of in-school theory to provide balance for your on-the-job practical experience. Each level of training is 10 weeks and includes a SkilledTrades BC exam.
Look over the schedule with your employer to decide when is the best time to come to Camosun.
Tuition and fees
Effective from September 1, 2024, to August 31, 2025
Tuition
Tuition is listed for each level
Electrical Apprenticeship
$1,112.50 Level 1
$1,112.50 Level 2
$1,112.50 Level 3
$1,112.50 Level 4
Student fees
In addition to tuition estimates, student fees are calculated based on your enrolment. Refer to: Student Fees.
Financial assistance
Apprentice Employment Insurance
Apprentices should apply for Apprentice EI (Service Canada) financial support before the start of the program and up to 4 weeks in advance. Late applications may result in Service Canada denying funding.
Grants
The Government of Canada provides Funding programs and grants for training.
Let's get you started
Camosun accepts applications to apprenticeship technical training programs year-round.
To apply you must have a job with an employer who will sponsor and train you.
An apprenticemust be sponsored by an employerwho is registered at SkilledTradesBC. If you and your employer agree to enter into a contract for an apprenticeship, either of you may contact SkilledTradesBC to register you as an apprentice.
Contact us
If you have registration questions please contact the Registration department.
For questions about the program contact the Trades Apprenticeship Office at 250-370-3856 or tradesinfo@camosun.ca
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Contact information
Trades Apprenticeship Office
Campus location
Centre for Trades and Technology building (CTEI), room 102
Location link
If your inquiry is time sensitive we recommend phoning 250-370-3550. When emailing please include your full name and student number registration@camosun.ca.
Questions about your classes
For about the program contact 250-370-3856, tradesinfo@camosun.ca or the Department Chair.