Skilled Trades
Build an in-demand career
There is a shortage of skilled trades workers in Canada, so if you like working with your hands, this is a great time to start. Georgian has outstanding facilities, faculty and employer connections to help you accelerate your career.
Why Skilled Trades at Georgian?
Highlights
- Prepare for an in-demand career in the skilled trades
- Open up an entire industry full of career opportunities
- Become job-ready from here, or begin your apprenticeship
- Our state-of-the-art labs and equipment, along with expert faculty and employer connections, will give you the advantage after graduation
- Dedicated skilled trades labs offer exceptional hands-on learning opportunities, from welding to hairstyling!
- Learn through a mix of in-class instruction and project-based learning
- Enjoy smaller class sizes, taught by experienced, certified instructors in skilled trades
Programs
Certificates (1 year)
- Cabinetmaking Techniques
- Carpentry and Renovation Techniques
- Construction Techniques
- Electrical Techniques
- Gas Technician
- Mechanical Techniques – Marine Engine Mechanic
- Mechanical Techniques – Small Engine Mechanic
- Plumbing Techniques
- Welding Techniques
Diplomas (1 or 2 years)
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Georgian gave me the knowledge I needed to change my career. They showed me how to use the tools and how to read the information – things I do every single day in my job. What I liked most about studying at the Midland Campus was that it wasn’t too big. The teachers were always there and willing to help.—Theresa Marcotte, Panel Builder at Walker Panels and graduate of Georgian’s Electrical Techniques program
Learning experiences
Barrie Campus
Our Barrie Campus has a dedicated Centre for Skilled Trades. The building features a woodworking shop, hairstyling studio, precision skills shop and robotics lab.
In these outstanding facilities, students engage with materials, tools, equipment and machinery of the trade, just like in work environments.
Midland Campus
Georgian’s Robbert Hartog Midland Campus offers exceptional apprenticeship and skills training, providing the industry with a vital, highly qualified workforce.
Skilled Trades students benefit from 67,000 square feet of learning space, including 39,000 square feet of dedicated shop space.
Muskoka Campus
Our Muskoka Campus, located in beautiful Bracebridge, is home to state-of-the-art skilled trades facilities.
Featuring 18,000 square feet of learning space, the Muskoka Campus includes a 7,000-square-foot carpentry shop and a 300-square-foot paint and finishing room.
Owen Sound Campus
Skilled trades are an important focus at Georgian’s Owen Sound Campus, featuring a range of dedicated learning labs and equipment.
If you’re interested in pursuing a career in the electrical, welding, gas or carpentry industries, get the specialized, hands-on training you need in Owen Sound.
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Continuing education
Take a single course, or work towards a diploma, certificate or degree—all at a pace that’s right for you. Part-time courses are offered at night or on weekends, or you can opt for online learning.
Looking for credit?
Select from a range of programs, register class-by-class and study on your time. Georgian offers degrees, certificates, diplomas, advanced diplomas and graduate certificates.
Professional development
Looking to advance your career, meet an industry requirement or learn a new skill? We offer a variety of evening and weekend courses to support your ongoing growth.
Study online
Take a course or program online instead as an alternative to in-class. Online courses for a range of subjects are available to part-time and full-time students through OntarioLearn.
