Journey to Trades
Journey to Trades is an introductory construction trades program that prepares you with the basic hands-on skills, safety certifications and experience to start a career in the construction trades.
Overview
- Program Length
- 12 weeks, 17 weeks
- Currently Offered In
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- Calgary
- Edmonton
- Fort McMurray
- Grande Prairie
- Regina
Description
Journey to Trades (formerly Journeywoman Start) is a hands-on training program that introduces students to a variety of different construction trades, such as:
- welding
- carpentry
- electrical
- plumbing
- millwright
- steamfitter
The program is designed to help students prepare for and succeed as an entry–level construction trades apprentice.
The specific trades covered in each cohort may vary.
Courses and Skills
- Basic safety certifications and first aid training
- Hands-on skills training in workshops for various trades
- Workplace culture and financial literacy
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Practical science and math for the trades
- Interview and resume workshops to support employment
- Ongoing mentorship and support through alumni advisors
Admission Requirements
What you need to apply:
- Must be a resident of the province of the program applied to
- A class 5 driver’s licence (recommended)
Applicants will also need to finish a variety of steps as part of their application.
Program Cost
- This program is free. Tuition is fully funded by our partners
- Additional funding and awards may be available to support living expenses while in the program
Employment Opportunities
After finishing the program, graduates will be interviewed for entry-level positions with WBF employment partners.
Our employer partners are committed to safe, inclusive workplace cultures and to supporting our graduates’ career progression, which they show by signing on as a WBF Employer of Choice.
Upcoming Cohorts
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June 10, 2024 - October 4, 2024
- Location
- Calgary
- Application Deadline
- April 14, 2024
This is an introductory construction trades program that will prepare you to begin an entry-level career in the industry.
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June 24, 2024 - October 18, 2024
- Location
- Edmonton
- Application Deadline
- April 14, 2024
This is an introductory construction trades program that will prepare you to begin an entry-level career in the industry.
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May 27, 2024 - August 16, 2024
- Location
- Regina
- Application deadline
- April 25, 2024
This is an introductory construction trades program that will prepare you to begin an entry-level career in the industry.
Register for an Information Session
Journey to Trades virtual information session
- Feb. 27 from 7 p.m. – 8 p.m. CST (Regina)
- Feb. 28 from 12 p.m. MST
- March 13 from 12 p.m. – 1 p.m. CST (Regina)
- March 19 from 6 p.m. MST
- April 23 from 12 p.m. – 1 p.m. CST (Regina)
Journey to Trades in-person information session
- March 5 from 6 p.m. MST (Calgary)
- April 4 from 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. CST (Regina)
Graduate Success Stories
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Meet Keeley
Keeley was determined to change her life for the better. Now she’s leading change in her industry and mentoring others.
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Meet Iyrene
Iryne was on employment insurance and looking for financial independence. A new career has helped provide all that and more.
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Meet Natalie
Natalie was searching for an opportunity to enter the welding trades. Now she shares her passion as a mentor and teacher.