College Certificate - Pre-Trades/Technology (PRET)

Program Description Want a career in a skilled trade or the engineering technology field but don't know which profession to pursue? Or is one missing an admission requirement or need to improve their grades for pre-requisite courses to gain admission into a full-time program? Cambrian's Pre-Trades/Technology program is a great first step to explore career options and to improve technical, math and English skills. In this program, students will learn electrical, mechanical and carpentry fundamentals while focusing on workplace safety. Class projects are chosen to provide a wide range of skills which will prepare students for future training. Practical courses in technology, science/physics, math, English, and computers provide a strong foundation to pursue subsequent postsecondary programs. A partnership with the Infrastructure Health and Safety Association allows students to take industry certificate courses during the program, which are an asset to becoming a safe, skilled employee in their future career.