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Electrical Pre‑Apprenticeship

Primarily hands-on, this course focuses on intensive shop time and wiring circuits to launch confident and capable first‑year apprentices into the trade.

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Plumbing Pre‑Apprenticeship

With the majority being hands-on, this program prioritizes lab work, installing and servicing water and drainage systems, and fast‑tracking students into apprentice roles.

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Intro to Home Renovation

Students build a 1 000 sq ft mock house, learning framing, wiring, plumbing, drywall, insulation, and site safety.

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HVAC Pre‑Apprenticeship

Driven by hands-on learning, this program emphasizes lab work on refrigeration, AC, and heating systems, adding safety tickets and critical troubleshooting skills.

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