Skilled Trades College is a registered private career college in Ontario that provides essential education to aspiring trades professionals. The Vaughan trade school campus balances classroom learning with hands-on instruction, ensuring students get the most out of their 12-week program, learning from licensed tradespeople and gaining the confidence to take on an apprenticeship on day one.
Enroll at STC’s Vaughan campus and graduate with the practical skills, technical knowledge, and safety certifications that employers look for. Kickstart your career today!
12 Week
Courses
Small Class Sizes &
Expert Instructors
Majority Hands-on Training
Job-Ready Skills
Certifications & Career Support
Convenient Campus Locations
STC’s electrician pre-apprenticeship program in Vaughan allows students to gain real electrical experience without needing a sponsor first. Train in both residential and commercial electrical work during this 12-week course.
Wiring methods for residential and commercial installations
Installing panels, boxes, and circuit wiring
Interpreting electrical blueprints and prints
Proper use of hand and power tools on site
Ontario Electrical Safety Code compliance
Testing and troubleshooting basic circuits
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Master residential, commercial, and industrial plumbing fundamentals in the plumbing pre-apprenticeship program - Vaughan. Our shop-first approach means real hands-on practice with piping, fixtures, and power tools from week one.
Measure, cut, and join professional piping systems
Read blueprints and interpret current plumbing codes
Install, connect, and test fixtures and appliances
Safely operate industry-standard tools and equipment
Diagnose and resolve drainage and venting issues
Build a 1,000 sq. ft. house as part of your classroom instruction. This comprehensive construction course teaches essential skills in carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and more.
Rough and finish carpentry, framing, and foundations
Basic electrical and plumbing installation
Drywall, insulation, and taping
Blueprint reading and construction drawings
Tile setting, flooring, and finishing work
Hand and power tools safety
Our HVAC trade school in Vaughan prepares students for a career in one of Ontario's fastest-growing fields. Gain an education in the foundations of cooling, ventilation, and refrigeration at STC.
Working with sheet metal and fabricating ductwork
Air conditioning and refrigeration fundamentals
Ventilation system installation and airflow basics
Gas piping systems and safe handling practices
Reading HVAC schematics and technical drawings
A G3 license is the entry-level, mandatory license to legally work on gas and propane systems in Ontario. Tradespeople with this credential unlock doors to higher-paying work under G2 or G1 techs.
Safe handling of natural gas and propane
Gas installation codes and TSSA regulations
Piping, tubing, and gas appliance fundamentals
TSSA exam prep
On-site TSSA exam (upon successful course completion)
Find our Vaughan college campus conveniently located between Highway 427 and Highway 27 in Woodbridge. Perfect for students from across Vaughan, Maple, Malton, Thornhill, or Richmond Hill who don't want to commute into downtown for trade training.
290 Vaughan Valley Blvd, Woodbridge, ON L4H 3C3
+1 905-264-1412
Mon – Fri, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Free, on-site
Enroll at Our Trade School - Vaughan
Looking for reputable trades schools in Vaughan? Skilled Trades College of Canada is your fast-track path to a lucrative career as an electrician, plumber, gas technician, or even business owner. The sky’s the limit!
Still deciding which trade you want to pursue? Schedule a visit to our trade school in Vaughan and talk it through with a Program Advisor. No pressure, just real answers about the opportunities ahead.
Every pre-apprenticeship program at our trade school in Vaughan runs 12 weeks. Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC, and Intro to Home Renovation are available in both full-time and part-time formats, in person, so you can choose a format that fits your schedule. Gas Technician 3 runs on evening and weekend classes.
The Gas Technician 3 program is currently offered exclusively at our Vaughan college campus. For the most up-to-date information about G3 technician training at STC, please contact our admissions office.
Our Vaughan trade school offers new classes multiple times a year, so you're not stuck waiting for one fall intake. We encourage students to apply early as seats fill up fast.
Full-time pre-apprenticeship programs cost $14,400, which covers a full set of tools, textbooks, PPE, and course materials. You'll only need to purchase CSA-approved steel-toe boots.
The Gas Technician 3 license training and exam costs $3,900, or $2,995 for current STC students and alumni, making it one of the most affordable G3 programs in Ontario. Ask your Program Advisor about payment plan options.
Yes, OSAP is available to all full-time students enrolled in pre-apprenticeship programs at our Vaughan trade school*. Other financial aid options include the CIBC and UFC Scholarships.
Please contact student services to learn about the financial aid opportunities available to you.
*STC’s G3 license course is not covered by OSAP.
No trade background is necessary for the programs at Skilled Trades College in Vaughan. You'll need a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent, plus a valid SIN to complete enrollment. Don't have a diploma? Our admissions team can set you up with an entrance assessment as an alternative path in.
Yes. Our career services team helps Vaughan grads with resume writing, interview coaching, and introductions to contractors and employers throughout York Region and the GTA. Placement can't be guaranteed by any school, but our track record and standing employer relationships give graduates a genuine advantage in the job search.
