Pre-Technology - Trades Stream (Ontario College Certificate)
You’ve decided – a career in trades or technology/aviation is the right path for you. But what if you don’t have all the requirements?
Confederation College’s Pre-Technology program can help by allowing you to upgrade your skills and prepare for your future learning. The program is divided into two streams, the Technology/Aviation stream and the Trades/Pre-Apprenticeship stream, depending on what direction you plan to take.
The Trades/Pre-Apprenticeship stream is designed to upgrade your skills and knowledge for a variety of Confederation College trade programs including Construction, Welding and Mechanical. Courses cover topics such as applied math for trades, computers, trades science and writing strategies.
Intakes
- Jan
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 5
Minimum English Language Requirements
English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
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Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Confederation College's Pre-Technology — Trades program opens doors to careers in specific trades like Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing, and Welding. Graduates are equipped with practical skills in applied mathematics, computer proficiency, and foundational trades science. This program directly leads to employment opportunities in roles such as Carpenter, Electrician, Plumber, and Welder. Our dedicated career services assist with targeted job placements, leveraging industry partnerships to connect students with potential employers.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
- A high school/senior secondary diploma
Original transcripts as well as a notarized, translated copy must be provided where applicable - English Proficiency
Academic IELTS: overall 6.0, individual band scores minimally 6.0, with one band allowed at 5.5.
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Under Graduate Diploma or Certificate
- Duration: 01 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
15940 CAD
Annual Cost of Living: 20635 CAD
Application Fee: 95 CAD
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