For more than 40 years Camosun College has been considered one of B.C.'s best schools for trades training. Call 250-370-3550 to ask about seat availability. Two paths to Trades Trades FoundationApprenticeship ProgramsFoundation or pre-employment programs provide entry-level technical training and the skills needed for specific trades and can make it easier to find an employer to sponsor your apprenticeship training.An apprenticeship is a combination of on-the-job training and classroom learning that leads to a trade credential - or "ticket". If you're ready to start an apprenticeship, you'll need to find a job with an employer who will sponsor and train you. You can get your required technical training at Camosun. Once you complete your apprenticeship and receive your ticket, you are qualified to work in a skilled trade.Foundation program schedules Apprenticeship program schedulesHow to applyApply through EducationPlannerBCHow to applyTo register for Apprenticeship training, email your completed application form to apprentice@camosun.ca. Discover the trades Automotive/Motor Vehicle TradesArchitectural/Woodworking TradesCulinary Arts/CookingElectricalHorticulture/LandscapingPlumbing and PipeMetalAutomotive/Motor Vehicle TradesFoundation ProgramsApprenticeship ProgramsAutomotive Service Technician Foundation Certificate - 30 weeksProvides entry into the automotive mechanical repair trade, and provides possible accreditation toward Year 1 Apprenticeship training.Heavy Mechanical Trades Certificate - 10 monthsThese tradespeople are in constant demand to keep essential heavy duty vehicles in top running order for the booming construction, transportation, mining and forestry industries.Automotive Service Technician Red Seal - 7 weeksDiesel Engine Mechanic Red Seal - 8 to 10 weeksHeavy Duty Equipment Technician Red SealTransport Trailer Technician Red SealTruck and Transport Red SealRegister todayback to topArchitectural/Woodworking/Carpentry TradesFoundation ProgramsApprenticeship ProgramsCarpentry Foundation Certificate - 25 weeksWe'll teach you the skills and knowledge necessary to get started as a carpenter and build a solid future for yourself and your community. Fine Furniture/Joinery Foundation Certificate - 10 monthsLooking for a program that combines traditional woodworking and joinery skills with creativity and design? The Fine Furniture program will provide the foundation you need to start a career as a cabinetmaker, or design and build your own custom pieces.Carpenter Red Seal - 7 weeksConstruction Craft Worker Red Seal - 4 weeksRegister todayback to topCulinary Arts/CookingFoundation ProgramsApprenticeship ProgramsProfessional Cook (Level 1 & 2) Certificate - 28/14 weeksLearn the fundamentals of food preparation in all aspects of a modern industrial kitchen.Professional Cook 1 BC Certificate of Qualification - 6 weeksProfessional Cook 2 BC Certificate of Qualification - 6 weeksProfessional Cook 3 Red Seal - 6 weeksE-PPRENTICE option Need more flexibility? The E-PPRENTICE Cook program provides the option for& online delivery of the Technical Training portion of your apprenticeship.Register todayback to topElectrical TradesFoundation ProgramsApprenticeship ProgramsElectrical Foundation Certificate - 25 weeksYou’ll learn to install, maintain, design and upgrade a wide variety of electrical systems including commercial and residential wiring systems, heating, lighting and power distribution systems, electrical equipment and alternate energy generating equipment, alarm and data systems, and industrial systems.Construction Electrician Red Seal - 10 weeksRegister todayback to topHorticulture/LandscapingFoundation ProgramApprenticeship ProgramHorticulture Technician Certificate - 10 monthsPrepares you for employment in the horticulture industry in areas such as landscaping, landscape maintenance, parks, golf courses, retail garden outlets, greenhouses, silviculture, wholesale nurseries and plant propagation.N/Aback to topPlumbing & Pipe TradesFoundation ProgramsApprenticeship ProgramsPlumbing & Pipe Trades Foundation Certificate - 30 weeksThe training programs prepare you for entry level employment and apprenticeships within a diverse field of trades including plumbing, gasfitting, sprinklerfitting and steam/pipefitting.Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Mechanic Foundation Certificate - 30 weeksFocuses on the first-year competencies that are common to all of the piping trades. You'll work through common core, occupational core and refrigeration & air conditioning specialty modules.Domestic/Commercial Gasfitter BC Certificate of Qualification - 10 weeksPlumber Red Seal - 6 to 8 weeksRefrigeration & Air Conditioning Mechanic Red Seal - 6 to 10 weeksSprinkler Fitter Red Seal - 8 weeksSteam/Pipefitter Red Seal - 6 to 8 weeksRegister todayback to topMetal/Welding TradesFoundation ProgramsApprenticeship ProgramsSheet Metal & Metal Fabrication Foundation Certificate - 30 weeksOpens doors to apprenticeships and careers in construction, shipbuilding and manufacturing.Welder Foundation Certificate - 28 weeksConforming to industrial standards, practices and procedures, this competency-based program provides you with the skills you'll need to prosper in today's job market.Metal Fabricator Red Seal - 6 or 7 weeksSheet Metal Worker Red Seal - 6 or 8 weeksWelder Red Seal - 8 or 10 weeksRegister todayback to top Trades initiatives Programs and funding to help Indigenous people and women get started with a career in the trades.Trades initiatives