Program Details
- School: Faculty of Applied Sciences, Engineering Technology, Trades, and Transportation (ASENT3)
- Location: Progress Campus
- Email: elec.preapp@centennialcollege.ca
- Program Code: 4511
- Start Date: April 27, 2026
- Program Length: 16 Weeks (full-time)
Program Overview
Kick‑start your career in the Electrical Industry through our Pre‑Apprenticeship Program in Electrical Construction and Maintenance, complemented by an introduction to refrigeration and air conditioning.
Qualified electricians are in high demand, driven by the transition to clean energy, a growing focus on energy efficiency, and a booming construction industry that relies on skilled trades professionals.
This tuition‑free program is funded by the Ontario Government and provides hands‑on skills training and support in securing a paid work placement with an employer. All course materials — including textbooks, safety equipment, and toolkits — are provided at no cost (administration and ancillary fees may apply).
This is your opportunity to begin a rewarding, in‑demand skilled trade career in the electrical industry.
Secure your spot at an upcoming information session:
Program includes:
- Workplace communication skills and Math upgrading targeted to these trades
- Industry-specific job readiness skills
- Up to $1,600 in support is available for those who qualify. To be eligible for employment support, participants must meet attendance requirements for all courses, including employment prep, health and safety training.
- Assistance to search for a paid work placement
Safety training, sought out by industry employers will also be provided:
- First Aid
- Working at Heights
- WHMIS
- Logout/Tagout Procedures
- Personal Protection Equipment: Work Boots, Hard Hat and eye protection
- Electrician tools are provided
Program Schedule
16 weeks of full-time, in-school training followed by up to 12 weeks on the job.
Training:
16 weeks of full-time, in-school training.
Work Placement:
In conjunction with formal training, the participant will have an opportunity for 8–12-week paid placement in the industry. This is facilitated by a dedicated job developer and input by the students.
Primary:
Electrician: Construction and Maintenance (309A), Level 1 – 9 weeks
Secondary (overview):
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Systems Mechanic (313A) – 2 weeks
Weeks 1–5
- Pre-Training
Weeks 6-16
- Electrical Training 1
- Canadian Electrical Code 1
- Prints 1
- Electrical Theory 1
- Installation Method 1
- Instrumentation 1
- Electronics 1
- Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Training
- Completion of: Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), General Education Development (GED) or equivalent
- Must be unemployed or underemployed
- $500 fully-refundable deposit is required. (must complete all parts of the program including placement)
- Must have a Canadian Citizenship or Permanent landed Status (PR)
- Gain valuable skills based on Level 1 Electrical Apprenticeship for Construction and Maintenance
- Access to state of the art labs for experiential learning
- Course materials, including textbooks, safety equipment and toolkits provided free of cost
- Access to Centennial College resources, including the Centre for Accessible Learning and Counselling Services (CALCS) and library.
- Administration and ancillary fees may apply
- Residential Service Electrician (Trade 309A)
- Commercial Electrician (Trade 309A)
- Industrial Electrician (Trade 442A)
- Maintenance Electrician (Trade 309A)
Areas of Employment
- Service
- Installation
- Maintenance
- Attend an information session and complete the application form.
- Applicants write an assessment test facilitated by Centennial College.
- Applicants will attend an interview (by invitation only, based on assessment results).
- Must be fully available to attend all classes.
- Please email elec.preapp@centennialcollege.ca.
Funded by Ontario
