Students who meet all high school graduation requirements by the end of semester 1 of grade 12 have the unique opportunity to start college early. Choose between Electrical Construction and Industrial at Truro Campus or Plumbing at Sydney Waterfront Campus through the Skilled Trades Pathways Pilot, and graduate ready to enter the workforce in 9 months.
Typical length: 9 months
Credential: Certificate
Tuition: $3,620
Application deadline: November 15, 2024
Program highlights
- A 2-week break in June to celebrate your high school graduation.
- A dedicated navigator to help you transition from high school to college and support you throughout your chosen program.
- The opportunity to apply for the Growing Nova Scotia’s Skilled Trades Workforce Bursary to help you pay for college. Visit nscc.ca/tradesbursary for details.
- Reserved seats and culturally-responsive supports for Mi’kmaq and Indigenous and/or African Nova Scotian and Black students.
- Potential for recognition of prior learning and credits.
Choose a program
Choose between the following 2 trades programs.
Learn to assemble, install, commission, test, maintain, service and operate electrical systems and equipment.
Location: Truro Campus
Learn to install and repair water distribution and sanitary drainage systems, and hot water heating systems.
Location: Sydney Waterfront Campus
Apprenticeship
Electrician and Plumber are compulsory trades in Nova Scotia. Completion of this program means you're eligible to apply for 900 hours of transfer credit and Level 1 Technical Training as you work toward your journeyperson certification through Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency.