Develop job skills and trade readiness so you’re prepared to find work as an apprentice.

Pre-Apprenticeship Training Programs offered by Niagara College are fully funded by the Government of Ontario. These programs are designed to support participants entering the apprenticeship system and help prepare you for this step.

Pre-apprenticeship programs are offered on a year-to-year basis pending funding approval by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities.

The program consists of three segments:

  • Academic Upgrading and Trade Preparation (10 weeks)
  • Level 1 Apprenticeship Training (8 weeks)
  • Placement (12 weeks)

Pre-Apprenticeship Programs

Electrician - Construction and Maintenance Pre-Apprenticeship
  • 30 Weeks Full-Time
  • April 28, 2025
  • Closed

Admission Requirements

To be considered for a pre-apprenticeship training program at Niagara College, you must:

  • Be a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident, or Refugee with a work permit
  • Be 18 years of age or older
  • Have your high school diploma/GED or verified equivalent
  • Be willing and able to commit to a full-time program for 30 weeks
Thank you for your interest in the Electrician – Construction & Maintenance Pre-Apprenticeship Program.

Due to the high volume of applications received, we are no longer accepting new applications at this time. We appreciate your enthusiasm and interest in the skilled trades and encourage you to stay connected for future opportunities.

Program Applications for 2025 are now open.

Contact us for more information:

Please note, pending funding approval, funding information will be sent in early spring 2025, highlighting program offerings and information session dates.

For further information about Pre-Apprenticeship programs please email [email protected].

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