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Training Schedule 2019-2020

POLICIES & GENERAL INFORMATION

What is the attendance policy? ................................................................................................................................................................ 1

How do I apply for technical training? .................................................................................................................................................. 1

Can I take two levels of training in one training year? ................................................................................................................... 1

What is Trade Harmonization?

Industry Training Consultant Contact Information

TRAINING

Atlantic Trades Business Seal (ATBS) ............................. 2

ASEP – GM Auto Service Education ............................... 2

Auto Body and Collision Technician .............................. 2

Automotive Service Technician ........................................ 3

Blaster ........................................................................................ 4

Boilermaker ............................................................................. 4

Bricklayer .................................................................................. 5

Carpenter.................................................................................. 5

Cook ........................................................................................... 7

Electrician, Construction and Industrial ........................ 9

Gasfitter ................................................................................. 12

Heavy Duty Equipment Technician.............................. 12

Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) ................................... 13

Instrumentation and Control Technician .................. 13

Insulator (Heat and Frost) ............................................... 14

Ironworker (Reinforcing) ................................................. 14

Ironworker (Structural | Ornamental).......................... 14

Machinist ............................................................................... 15

Metal Fabricator (Fitter) ................................................... 15

Oil Heat System Technician ............................................ 16

Plumber .................................................................................. 16

Power Engineer ................................................................... 17

Powerline Technician ........................................................ 18

Refrigeration and A/C Mechanic .................................. 18

Refrigeration Plant Operator ......................................... 19

Roofer ..................................................................................... 19

Sheet Metal Worker .......................................................... 20

Sprinkler Fitter ..................................................................... 20

Steamfitter/Pipefitter ........................................................ 21

Truck and Transport Mechanic ..................................... 22

Welder .................................................................................... 23

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What is the attendance policy?

▪ Promptness and regular attendance are expected from all apprentices attending

technical training to ensure program success and apprentice progression. Following

an extended absence, the Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency reserves the right to

communicate absenteeism by the apprentice to employers, Service Canada or third-

party partners.

▪ Late arrivals or early departures of more than thirty minutes will be considered a

½-day absence.

▪ Apprentices must attend 90% of the total technical training days per level. If an

apprentice misses more than 10%, the instructor will contact the apprentice’s

Industry Training Consultant who will discuss next steps with the apprentice.

How do I apply for technical training?

▪ Make sure you are a registered apprentice.

▪ Complete and submit the Technical Training Enrolment Form:

a. Prior to submitting the form, you must have your employer's approval to

attend the training.

b. Submission of the form does not guarantee you a seat in training. If your

application is approved, you will receive written confirmation that you are

scheduled to attend the training.

Can I take two levels of training in one training year?

▪ In many trades, this should be avoided. Our training programs/curricula are

continually changing or being updated. For example, if you take a harmonized

level 2 in September, and then a non – harmonized or an old level 3 in the new

year, you will likely experience repeat material and/or gaps, and you may be

required to take additional training to fill the gaps. In this case, you should wait

until the new harmonized level 3 is offered (probably next training year) before

returning to school.

▪ If you don’t know which training you should register for, contact the Agency.

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Atlantic Trades Business Seal (ATBS)

▪ The Atlantic Trades Business Seal Program is a continuing education program for

Atlantic journeypersons to advance their business and leadership skills and to gain

regional career mobility. The seal can prepare you to take over a managerial role at

your company or to start your own business. If you are already a business owner,

the program can help you develop the skills you need to take your business to the

next level.

Details: 6 hours per week (3 hours per evening, 2 evenings per week). Total of 150 hours

(Five courses x 30 hours/course).

▪ Sep 17 - Dec 20, 2019 (84 hours in class) followed by holiday break, Marconi

Campus

▪ Jan 5 - Mar 20, 2020 (66 hours in class), no March break, Marconi Campus

▪ Sep 16 - Dec 20, 2019 (84 hours in class) followed by holiday break, Ivany Campus

▪ Jan 5 - Mar 20, 2020 (66 hours in class), no March break, Ivany Campus

For more information: HYPERLINK "https://nsapprenticeship.ca/skilled-workers/business-

seal" https://nsapprenticeship.ca/skilled-workers/business-seal

ASEP – GM Auto Service Education

▪ 21V-1, 7 Weeks, Sep 9 – Oct 25, 2019, Akerley Campus

▪ 21V-2, 7 Weeks, Jan 6 – Feb 21, 2020, Akerley Campus

Auto Body and Collision Technician

2015 Curriculum Standard (Levels 1, 2, 3, 4)

Level 1: 6 Weeks

▪ Sep 9 - Oct 18, 2019, Akerley Campus

Level 2: 5 Weeks

▪ Nov 4 – Dec 6, 2019, Akerley Campus

Level 3: 6 Weeks

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▪ Jan 13 – Feb 21, 2020, Akerley Campus

▪ May 4 – Jun 12, 2020, Marconi Campus

Level 4: 5 Weeks

▪ Mar 9 – Apr 9, 2020, Akerley Campus

Automotive Service Technician

Level exams: Where indicated below, apprentices must pass the level exam at the end of training

in order to progress to the next level.

Online Courses: The Apprenticeship Agency makes various courses available online. For details,

please contact your Industry Training Consultant.

2019 Curriculum Standard Harmonized (Level 1)

2017 Curriculum Standard (Levels 2, 3 & 4)

Level 1 (Harmonized): 8 Weeks (Level exam required)

▪ Sep 9 – Nov 1, 2019, Akerley Campus

▪ Jan 6 – Feb 28, 2020, Akerley Campus

▪ Mar 9 – May 1, 2020, Akerley Campus

Level 2: 6 Weeks

▪ Sep 9 – Oct 18, 2019, Akerley Campus

▪ Mar 2 – Apr 9, 2020, Akerley Campus

▪ Jan 13 – Feb 21, 2020, Truro Campus

Level 2-Lite: 4 Weeks

▪ Nov 12 – Dec 6, 2019, Akerley Campus

▪ Jan 6 – Jan 31, 2020, Akerley Campus

▪ Apr 20 – May 15, 2020, Akerley Campus

Level 3: 7 Weeks

▪ Sep 9 – Oct 25, 2019, Akerley Campus

▪ Nov 4 – Dec 20, 2019, Akerley Campus

▪ Jan 6 – Feb 21, 2020, Akerley Campus

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Level 3: 7 Weeks

▪ Mar 2 – Apr 17, 2020, Akerley Campus

▪ Oct 7, 2019 – Jan 24, 2020, Burridge Campus part-time (3 nights/wk + Saturdays)

▪ Mar 2 – Apr 17, 2020, Marconi Campus

▪ Jan 6 – Feb 21, 2020, Pictou Campus

▪ April 27 – Jun 12, 2020, Akerley Campus

Level 4: 7 Weeks

▪ Sep 9 – Oct 25, 2019, Akerley Campus

▪ Nov 4 – Dec 20, 2019, Akerley Campus

▪ Mar 2 – Apr 17, 2020, Akerley Campus

▪ Apr 27 – Jun 12, 2020, Akerley Campus

▪ Jan 27, 2020 – May 1, 2020, Burridge Campus part-time (3 nights/wk + Saturdays)

▪ Apr 27 – June 12, 2020, Marconi Campus

▪ Mar 2 – Apr 17, 2020, Pictou Campus

Blaster

Online Blaster Courses:

▪ Blaster Certification Renewal Course: How to apply for the ONLINE sessions:

https://www.nsapprenticeship.ca/sites/default/files/docs/pubs/Blasting_Info.

pdf (page 7)

In-class Blaster Courses: Dates: TBD

▪ Blaster Certification Renewal Course: How to apply for the IN-CLASS sessions:

Complete and submit the Technical Training Enrolment Form:

https://www.nsapprenticeship.ca/agency/forms-publications

Boilermaker

Level exams: Where indicated below, apprentices must pass the level exam at the end of training

in order to progress to the next level.

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2016 Curriculum Standard (Entry, 1, 2, 3)

Level 1: 6 Weeks (Level exam required)

▪ Feb 18 – Mar 27, 2020, Marconi Campus

Level 1(Harmonized): 8 Weeks (Level exam required)

▪ Apr 6 – May 29, 2020, Marconi Campus

Level 2: 6 Weeks (Level exam required)

▪ Jan 6 – Feb 14, 2020, Marconi Campus

Level 3: 6 Weeks (Level exam required)

▪ Nov 12 – Dec 20, 2019, Marconi Campus

Bricklayer

Level exams: Where indicated below, apprentices must pass the level exam at the end of training

in order to progress to the next level.

2015 Curriculum Standard Harmonized (Levels 1, 2, 3)

Level 1 (Harmonized): 8 Weeks (Level exam required)

▪ May 4 – Jun 26, 2020, Dartmouth Gate

Level 3 (Harmonized): 8 Weeks (Level exam required)

▪ Jan 13 – Mar 6, 2020, Dartmouth Gate

Carpenter

Level exams: Where indicated below, apprentices must pass the level exam at the end of training

in order to progress to the next level.

Online Courses: The Apprenticeship Agency makes various courses available online. For details,

please contact your Industry Training Consultant.

2016 Curriculum Standard Harmonized (Levels 1, 2, 3, 4)

Level 1 (Harmonized): 8 Weeks (Level exam required)

▪ Sep 9 – Nov 1, 2019, Akerley Campus

Level 2 (Harmonized): 8 Weeks (Level exam required)

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▪ Apr 6 –May 29, 2020, Akerley Campus

▪ Oct 21 – Dec 13, 2019, Marconi Campus

Level 3 (Harmonized): 7 Weeks (Level exam required)

Note: Individuals who have not completed training on “Stairs” MUST attend the full 8-week session

which includes training on straight stairs and building science. The extra week is NOT required for

individuals who attended Harmonized Level 2 last year or previously completed training on “Stairs”

(attend the 7-week session).

▪ Sep 9 – Oct 25, 2019, Akerley Campus (7 week session)

▪ Nov 4 – Dec 20, 2019, Akerley Campus. Please read above note:

o Oct 28 – Dec 20, 2019 (8 week session)

o Nov 4 – Dec 20, 2019 (7 week session)

▪ Mar 16 – May 1, 2020, Akerley Campus. Please read above note:

o Mar 9 – May 1, 2020 (8 week session)

o Mar 16 – May 1, 2020 (7 week session)

▪ Jan 13 – Feb 28, 2020, Lunenburg Campus. Please read above note:

o Jan 6 – Feb 28, 2020 (8 week session)

o Jan 13 – Feb 28, 2020 (7 week session)

▪ Jan 13 – Feb 28, 2020, Marconi Campus. Please read above note:

o Jan 6 – Feb 28, 2020 (8 week session)

o Jan 13 – Feb 28, 2020 (7 week session)

Level 4 (Harmonized): 7 Weeks (Level exam required)

Note: Individuals who have not completed training on “Stairs” MUST attend the full 8-week session

which includes training on straight stairs and building science. The extra week is NOT required for

individuals who attended Harmonized Level 2 or previously completed training on “Stairs” (attend

the 7-week session).

▪ Jan 13 – Feb 28, 2020, Akerley Campus Please read above note:

o Jan 6 – Feb 28, 2020 (8 week session)

o Jan 13 – Feb 28, 2020 (7 week session)

▪ Mar 16 – May 1, 2020, Akerley Campus. Please read above note:

o Mar 9 – May 1, 2020 (8 week session)

o Mar 16 – May 1, 2020 (7 week session)

▪ Mar 9 – Apr 24, 2020, Burridge Campus. Please read note above:

o Mar 2 – Apr 24, 2020 (8 week session)

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o Mar 9 – Apr 24, 2020 (7 week session)

▪ Mar 9 - Apr 24, 2020, Lunenburg Campus (7 week session)

▪ Mar 9 – Apr 24, 2020, Marconi Campus (7 week session)

▪ March 9 – May 1, 2020, Marconi Campus (8 week session)

Red Seal Carpenter (IP) Exam Refresher: April 14 – June 18, 2020 (Tuesday & Thursday

6:00 pm – 9:00 pm & every second Saturday 9:00 am – 3:00 pm) Marconi Campus

Cook

Level exams: Where indicated below, apprentices must pass the level exam at the end of training

in order to progress to the next level.

Online Courses: The Apprenticeship Agency makes various courses available online. For details,

please contact your Industry Training Consultant.

2015 Curriculum Standard Harmonized (Levels 1, 2, 3)

Level 1 (Harmonized): 5 Weeks [1 wk online + 4 wks in-class] (Level exam required)

This is a blended training session, which means it includes both online and in-class components.

Here are the details and the steps for registration:

1. You will have 4 weeks to do the online component, which must be successfully

completed prior to starting the in-class component of training.

2. The training:

▪ Online pre-requisite component: Feb 18 – Mar 13, 2020

In-class training: Mar 16 – May 22, 2020, Akerley Campus (part-time in-class,

Mondays & Tuesdays, 1:30 - 7:30 pm) You must complete the online component

before you start this training.

▪ Online pre-requisite component: Nov 25 – Dec 20, 2019

In-class training: Jan 6 – Jan 31, 2020, Marconi Campus (full-time in-class, 1:30 -

7:30 pm) You must complete the online component before you start this

training.

3. Register for the complete blended online and in-class training by submitting a

Technical Training Enrolment Form. (On the form, when you select your desired

training, the dates you see will not include the prior 4-week online component.)

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Level 2 (Harmonized): 5 Weeks [1 wk online + 4 wks in-class] (Level exam required)

This is a blended training session, which means it includes both online and in-class components.

Here are the details and the steps for registration:

1. You will have 4 weeks to do the online component, which must be successfully

completed prior to starting the in-class component of training.

2. The training:

▪ Online pre-requisite component: Sep 9 – Oct 4, 2019

In-class training: Oct 7 – Dec 13, 2019, Akerley Campus (part-time in-class,

Wednesdays & Thursdays, 1:30 - 7:30 pm) You must complete the online

component before you start this training.

▪ Online pre-requisite component: Dec 9 – Jan 17, 2020

In-class training: Jan 20 – Feb 14, 2020, Pictou Campus (full-time in-class, 1:30-

7:30 pm) You must complete the online component before you start this

training.

▪ Online pre-requisite component: Jan 13 – Feb 7, 2020

In-class training: Feb 10 – Mar 6, 2020, Marconi Campus (full-time in-class, 1:30 -

7:30 pm) You must complete the online component before you start this

training.

3. Register for the complete blended online and in-class training by submitting a

Technical Training Enrolment Form. (On the form, when you select your desired

training, the dates you see will not include the prior 4-week online component.)

Level 3 (Harmonized): 5 Weeks [1 wk online + 4 wks in-class] (Level exam required)

This is a blended training session, which means it includes both online and in-class components.

Here are the details and the steps for registration:

1. You will have 4 weeks to do the online component, which must be successfully

completed prior to starting the in-class component of training.

2. The training:

▪ Online pre-requisite component: Sep 9 – Oct 4, 2019

In-class training: Oct 7 – Dec 13, 2019, Akerley Campus (part-time in-class,

Mondays & Tuesdays, 1:30 - 7:30 pm) You must complete the online component

before you start this training.

▪ Online pre-requisite component: Feb 18 – Mar 13, 2020

In-class training: Mar 16 – Apr 9, 2020, Marconi Campus (full-time in-class, 1:30 -

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7:30 pm) You must complete the online component before you start this

training.

▪ Online pre-requisite component: Jan 27 – Feb 21, 2020

In-class training: Feb 24 – Mar 20, 2020, Pictou Campus (full-time in-class, 1:30 -

7:30 pm) You must complete the online component before you start this

training.

3. Register for the complete blended online and in-class training by submitting a

Technical Training Enrolment Form. (On the form, when you select your desired

training, the dates you see will not include the prior 4-week online component.)

Electrician, Construction and Industrial

Level exams: Where indicated below, apprentices must pass the level exam at the end of training

in order to progress to the next level.

Online Courses: The Apprenticeship Agency makes various courses available online. For details,

please contact your Industry Training Consultant.

Construction Elec 2017 Curriculum Standard Harmonized (Levels 1, 2, 3)

Construction Elec 2016 Curriculum Standard (Level 4)

Industrial Elec 2017 Curriculum Standard Harmonized (Levels 1, 2, 3)

Industrial Elec 2016 Curriculum Standard (Levels 4, 5)

Level 1 (Harmonized): 10 Weeks (Level exam required)

▪ Sep 9 – Nov 15, 2019, Ivany Campus

▪ Apr 14 – Jun 19, 2020, Ivany Campus

▪ Jan 6 – Mar 13, 2020, Kingstec Campus

▪ Jan 6 – Mar 13, 2020, Marconi Campus

Level 2 (Harmonized): 9 Weeks: ONLY for clients who took the Harmonized Level 1.

Clients who did not complete the Harmonized level 1 may have training gaps.

Contact your training consultant if unsure. (Level exam required)

▪ Sep 9 – Nov 8, 2019, IBEW Local 625 (24 Lakeside Park Dr., Suite 202, Lakeside, NS)

▪ Feb 10 – Apr 9, 2020, IBEW Local 625 (24 Lakeside Park Dr., Suite 202, Lakeside, NS)

▪ Sep 9 – Nov 8, 2019, Ivany Campus

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▪ Sep 9 – Nov 8, 2019, Ivany Campus

▪ Nov 18 – Jan 31, 2020, Ivany Campus

▪ Nov 18 – Jan 31, 2020, Ivany Campus

▪ Feb 10 – Apr 9, 2020, Ivany Campus

▪ Feb 10 – Apr 9, 2020, Ivany Campus

▪ Mar 23 – May 22, 2020, Kingstec Campus

▪ Mar 23 – May 22, 2020, Marconi Campus

▪ Nov 25 – Feb 7, 2020, Pictou Campus

▪ Nov 25 – Feb 7, 2020, Truro Campus

Level 3 (Harmonized): 8 Weeks: ONLY for clients who took the Harmonized Level 2

training last year. Contact your training consultant if unsure. (Level exam required)

Note: Individuals who completed the “Harmonized Level 2” training last year MUST take

the “Harmonized Level 3” training this year. Individuals who did not attend the

“Harmonized level 2” training, MUST attend one of the “Non-Harmonized Level 3” training

sessions listed below. [Important: Individuals who attend the incorrect training will have

significant gaps and may be required to take additional training.]

▪ Nov 18, 2019 – Jan 24, 2020, Ivany Campus

▪ Nov 18, 2019 – Jan 24, 2020, Ivany Campus

▪ Feb 3 – Mar 27, 2020, Ivany Campus

▪ Feb 3 – Mar 27, 2020, Ivany Campus

▪ Apr 14 – Jun 5, 2020, Pictou Campus

▪ Apr 14 – Jun 5, 2020, Truro Campus

▪ Mar 2– Apr 27, 2020, Marconi Campus

▪ Apr 14 -Jun 5, 2020, Ivany Campus

Level 3 (Non-Harmonized): 7 Weeks: ONLY for clients who took the Non-Harmonized

Level 2 training. Contact the Agency if unsure.

Note: Individuals who completed the “Non-Harmonized Level 2” training MUST take the

“Non-Harmonized Level 3” training this year. Individuals who completed the “Harmonized

Level 2” training last year, MUST attend one of the “Harmonized Level 3” training sessions

listed above. [Important: Individuals who attend the incorrect training will have significant

gaps and may be required to take additional training.]

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▪ Sep 9 – Oct 25, 2019, Ivany Campus

▪ Sep 9 – Oct 25, 2019, Ivany Campus

▪ Sep 9 – Oct 25, 2019, Kingstec Campus

▪ Nov 4 – Dec 20, 2019, Marconi Campus

▪ Jan 6 – Feb 21, 2020, Burridge Campus

▪ Nov 18 – Jan 17, 2020, Ivany Campus

Level 4 (Non-Harmonized): 7 Weeks

▪ Mar 2 - Apr 17, 2020, Burridge Campus

▪ Nov 4 – Dec 20, 2019, Ivany Campus

▪ Nov 4 – Dec 20, 2019, Ivany Campus

▪ Jan 6 – Feb 21, 2020, Ivany Campus

▪ Jan 6 – Feb 21, 2020, Ivany Campus

▪ Mar 2 - Apr 17, 2020, Ivany Campus

▪ Mar 2 - Apr 17, 2020, Ivany Campus

▪ Apr 27 - June 12, 2020, Ivany Campus

▪ Sep 9 – Oct 25, 2019, Marconi Campus

▪ Jan 6 – Feb 21, 2020, Marconi Campus

▪ Feb 18 – Apr 3, 2020, Pictou Campus

▪ Feb 18 – Apr 3, 2020, Truro Campus

▪ May 4 – Jun 19, 2020, Marconi Campus

Level 5 (Non-Harmonized): 6 Weeks: Industrial Electrician Only

▪ Sep 9 - Oct 18, 2019, Ivany Campus

▪ May 4 - Jun 12, 2020, Ivany Campus

Red Seal Electrical (IP) Exam Refresher: February 18, 2020 – April 30, 2020 (Tuesday &

Thursday 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm & every second Saturday 9:00 am – 3:00 pm) Ivany Campus

Red Seal Electrical (IP) Exam Refresher: February 18, 2020 – April 30, 2020 (Monday &

Wednesday 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm & every second Saturday 9:00 am – 3:00 pm) Marconi

Campus

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Gasfitter

Online Courses: The Apprenticeship Agency makes various courses available online. For details,

please contact your Industry Training Consultant.

2018 Gasfitter B Program Structure

2018 Gasfitter A Program Structure

Gasfitter B Level 1: 9 Courses

▪ Online only

Gasfitter B Level 2: 6 Weeks In-class:

▪ Mar 23 – May 1, 2020, Akerley Campus

▪ May 11 – Jun 19, 2020, Akerley Campus

Heavy Duty Equipment Technician

2017 Curriculum Standard (Levels 1, 2, 3, 4)

Level 1: 8 Weeks

▪ Sep 9 – Nov 1, 2019, Akerley Campus

▪ Jan 6 – Feb 28, 2020, Akerley Campus

▪ Mar 16 – May 8, 2020, Akerley Campus

Level 2: 7 Weeks

▪ Sep 9 - Oct 25, 2019, Akerley Campus

▪ Nov 4 – Dec 20, 2019, Akerley Campus

▪ Jan 6 – Feb 21, 2020, Akerley Campus

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Level 3: 6 Weeks

▪ Nov 12 – Dec 20, 2019, Akerley Campus

Level 4: 5 Weeks

▪ Mar 9 – Apr 9, 2020, Akerley Campus

Industrial Mechanic (Millwright)

Level exams: Where indicated below, apprentices must pass the level exam at the end of training

in order to progress to the next level.

2019 Curriculum Standard Harmonized (Level 1)

2017 Curriculum Standard (Levels 2, 3 & 4)

Level 1 (Harmonized): 8 Weeks (Level exam required)

▪ Apr 20 - June 12, 2020, IT Campus

Level 2: 7 Weeks

▪ Sep 9 - Oct 25, 2019, IT Campus

▪ Nov 4 - Dec 20, 2019, IT Campus

Level 3: 7 Weeks

▪ Jan 13 – Feb 28, 2020, IT Campus

▪ Mar 9 – Apr 24, 2020, IT Campus

Level 4: 7 Weeks

▪ Sep 9 – Oct 25, 2019, IT Campus

▪ Jan 13 – Feb 28, 2020, IT Campus

Instrumentation and Control Technician

Level exams: Where indicated below, apprentices must pass the level exam at the end of training

in order to progress to the next level.

2017 Curriculum Standard Harmonized (Levels 1, 2, 3)

2015 Curriculum Standard (Level 4)

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Level 3 (Harmonized): 7 Weeks (Level exam required)

▪ Apr 27 – Jun 12, 2020, Marconi Campus

Insulator (Heat and Frost)

Level exams: Where indicated below, apprentices must pass the level exam at the end of training

in order to progress to the next level.

2016 Curriculum Standard (Levels 1, 2, 3)

Level 1: 6 Weeks (Level exam required)

▪ Jan 6 – Feb 14, 2020, Local 116

Level 2: 6 Weeks (Level exam required)

▪ Apr 27 – Jun 5, 2020, Local 116

Red Seal (IP) Exam Refresher: Full Time Two Week Course

▪ Mar 30 – Apr 10, 2020, Local 116

Ironworker (Reinforcing)

2017 Curriculum Standard (Levels 1, 2)

Level 1: 8 Weeks

▪ Oct 28 – Dec 20, 2019, Pictou Campus

Level 2: 7 Weeks

▪ Jan 6 – Feb 21, 2020, Pictou Campus

Ironworker (Structural | Ornamental)

2017 Curriculum Standard (Levels 1, 2, 3)

Level 1: 8 Weeks

▪ April 27 – Jun 19, 2020, Pictou Campus

Level 3: 7 Weeks

▪ Mar 2 – Apr 17, 2020, Pictou Campus

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Machinist

Online Courses: The Apprenticeship Agency makes various courses available online. For details,

please contact your Industry Training Consultant.

2013 Curriculum Standard (Levels 1, 2, 3, 4)

Level 1: 7 Weeks

▪ Oct 28 – Dec 13, 2019, IT Campus

Level 4: 5 Weeks

▪ Apr 6 – May 8, 2020, Ivany Campus

▪ May 19 – Jun 19, 2020, Ivany Campus

Metal Fabricator (Fitter)

Level exams: Where indicated below, apprentices must pass the level exam at the end of training

in order to progress to the next level.

Note: Due to the national trade harmonization project, Metal Fabricator will be going from four

levels of training to three (harmonized) levels. This transition will be phased in, level-by-level, over a

3-year period. This is the last training year that the Non-Harmonized level 4 will be offered.

2015 Curriculum Standard Harmonized (Levels 1, 2, 3)

2012 Curriculum Standard (Level 4)

Level 2 (Harmonized): 8 Weeks (Level exam required)

▪ Sep 9 – Nov 1, 2019, Akerley Campus

Level 3 (Harmonized): 6 Weeks (Level exam required)

▪ Nov 12 – Dec 20, 2019, Akerley Campus

▪ Jan 20 – Feb 28, 2020, Akerley Campus

Level 4: 4 Weeks

▪ Mar 23 – Apr 17, 2020, Akerley Campus

▪ Apr 27 – May 22, 2020, Akerley Campus

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Oil Heat System Technician

Online Courses: The Apprenticeship Agency makes various courses available online. For details,

please contact your Industry Training Consultant.

2008 Curriculum Standard (Groups A, B, C)

Group A: 6 Weeks

▪ Jan 6 – Feb 14, 2020, Akerley Campus

Group B: 5 Weeks

▪ Mar 30 – May 1, 2020, Akerley Campus

Group C: 6 Weeks

▪ May 11 -Jun 19, 2020, Akerley Campus

Plumber

Level exams: Where indicated below, apprentices must pass the level exam at the end of training

in order to progress to the next level.

Online Courses: The Apprenticeship Agency makes various courses available online. For details,

please contact your Industry Training Consultant.

2017 Curriculum Standard Harmonized (Levels 1, 2, 3)

2008 Curriculum Standard (Group D)

Level 1 (Harmonized): 8 Weeks (Level exam required)

▪ Sep 9 – Nov 1, 2019, IT Campus

Level 2 (Harmonized): 6 Weeks (Level exam required)

▪ Sep 9 – Oct 18, 2019, IT Campus

▪ Nov 12 – Dec 20, 2019, IT Campus

▪ Nov 12 – Dec 20, 2019, Kingstec Campus

▪ Mar 16 – Apr 24, 2020, Marconi Campus

Level 3 (Harmonized): 7 Weeks (Level exam required)

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Note: Individuals who have not completed training on “Hot Water Storage Tanks and

Heaters” MUST attend the full 8-week session. The extra week is NOT required for

individuals who previously completed training on “Hot Water Storage Tanks and

Heaters” (attend the 7-week session).

▪ Oct 28 – Dec 13, 2019, IT Campus. Please read note above:

o Oct 28 – Dec 20, 2019 (8 week session)

o Oct 28 – Dec 13, 2019 (7 week session)

▪ Jan 13 – Feb 28, 2020, IT Campus. Please read note above:

o Jan 13 – Mar 6, 2020 (8 week session)

o Jan 13 – Feb 28, 2020 (7 week session)

▪ Mar 9 – Apr 24, 2020, IT Campus. Please read note above:

o Mar 2 – Apr 24, 2020 (8 week session)

o Mar 9 – Apr 24, 2020 (7 week session)

▪ Mar 2 – Apr 17, 2020, Kingstec Campus (7 week session)

Group D: 7 Weeks

▪ Jan 13 – Feb 28, 2020, IT Campus

▪ Mar 9 – Apr 24, 2020, IT Campus

▪ Jan 6 – Feb 21, 2020, Kingstec Campus

▪ Jan 20 – Mar 6, 2020, Marconi Campus

▪ Apr 27 – Jun 12, 2020, Shelburne Campus

▪ May 4 – Jun 19, 2020, IT Campus

Power Engineer

Online Courses: The Apprenticeship Agency makes various courses available online. For details,

please contact your Industry Training Consultant.

4th Class Program Structure

3rd Class Program Structure

2nd Class Program Structure

2-A1: 3 Weeks

▪ Oct 7 – Oct 25, 2019, Akerley Campus

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2-A2: 3 Weeks

▪ Nov 4 – Nov 22, 2019, Akerley Campus

2-A3: 3 Weeks

▪ Dec 2 – Dec 20, 2019, Akerley Campus

2-B1: 3 Weeks

▪ Mar 23 – Apr 9, 2020, Akerley Campus

2-B2: 3 Weeks

▪ Apr 20 – May 8, 2020, Akerley Campus

2-B3: 3 Weeks

▪ May 19 – June 5, 2020, Akerley Campus

Powerline Technician

2010 Curriculum Standard (Levels 1, 2, 3, 4)

Level 2: 5 Weeks

▪ Sep 16 – Oct 18, 2019, IT Campus

▪ Oct 21 – Nov 22, 2019, IT Campus

Level 3: 5 Weeks

▪ Jan 13 – Feb 14, 2020, IT Campus

▪ Feb 24 – Mar 27, 2020, IT Campus

Level 4: 4 Weeks

▪ Nov 25 – Dec 20, 2019, IT Campus

▪ Apr 6 – May 1, 2020, IT Campus

▪ May 11 – Jun 5, 2020, IT Campus

Refrigeration and A/C Mechanic

2010 Curriculum Standard (Levels 1, 2, 3, 4)

Level 1: 6 Weeks

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▪ Sep 16 – Oct 25, 2019, Akerley Campus

Level 2: 6 Weeks

▪ Sep 16 – Oct 25, 2019, Akerley Campus

▪ Nov 4 - Dec 13, 2019, Akerley Campus

Level 3: 6 Weeks

▪ Nov 4 - Dec 13, 2019, Akerley Campus

▪ Jan 6 – Feb 14, 2020, Akerley Campus

▪ Feb 24 - Apr 3, 2020, Akerley Campus

Level 4: 6 Weeks

▪ Jan 6 – Feb 14, 2020, Akerley Campus

▪ Feb 24 - Apr 3, 2020, Akerley Campus

Refrigeration Plant Operator

Online Courses: The Apprenticeship Agency makes various courses available online. For details,

please contact your Industry Training Consultant.

Review: 1 Week

▪ Jun 15 – 19, 2020, Akerley Campus

Roofer

Level exams: Where indicated below, apprentices must pass the level exam at the end of training

in order to progress to the next level.

2014 Curriculum Standard (Levels 1, 2, 3)

Level 3: 6 Weeks (Level exam required)

▪ Jan 6 - Feb 14, 2020, Akerley Campus

Level 2: 6 Weeks (Level exam required)

▪ Feb 18 – Mar 27, 2020, Sheet Metal Union Local 56 (Sydney)

Level 2: 6 Weeks (Level exam required)

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▪ Apr 14 – May 22, 2020, Akerley Campus

Sheet Metal Worker

Level exams: Where indicated below, apprentices must pass the level exam at the end of training

in order to progress to the next level.

2018 Curriculum Standard (New Levels 1, 2)

2014 Curriculum Standard (Levels 3, 4)

New Level 1: 8 Weeks (Level exam required)

▪ Sep 9 – Nov 1, 2019, Akerley Campus

▪ Jan 6 – Feb 28, 2020, Akerley Campus

New Level 2: 7 Weeks (Level exam required)

▪ Jan 13 – Feb 28, 2020, Akerley Campus

▪ Mar 9 – Apr 24, 2020, Akerley Campus

Level 3: 6 Weeks (Level exam required)

▪ Nov 12 – Dec 20, 2019, Akerley Campus

Level 4: 6 Weeks (Level exam required)

▪ Nov 12 – Dec 20, 2019, Akerley Campus

Sprinkler Fitter

Level exams: Where indicated below, apprentices must pass the level exam at the end of training

in order to progress to the next level.

2019 Curriculum Standard Harmonized (Level 1)

2009 Curriculum Standard (Levels 2, 3)

Level 1 (Harmonized): 8 Weeks (Level exam required)

▪ Oct 7 – Nov 29, 2019, UA Local 56

Level 2: 8 Weeks (Level exam required)

▪ Jan 13 – Mar 6, 2020, UA Local 56

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Level 3: 8 Weeks

▪ Mar 23 – May 15, 2020, UA Local 56

Steamfitter/Pipefitter

Level exams: Where indicated below, apprentices must pass the level exam at the end of training

in order to progress to the next level.

2017 Curriculum Standard Harmonized (Levels 1, 2, 3)

2013 Curriculum Standard (Level 4)

Level 2 (Harmonized): 6 Weeks (Level exam required)

▪ Nov 12 - Dec 20, 2019, IT Campus

▪ Nov 12 - Dec 20, 2019, Marconi Campus

Level 3 (Harmonized): 8 Weeks (Level exam required)

▪ Level 3 (Harmonized): 8 Weeks: ONLY for clients who took the Harmonized Level 2

last year. Contact the Agency if unsure. (Harmonized Level exam required)

▪ Note: Individuals who completed the “Harmonized Level 2” training last year MUST

take the “Harmonized Level 3” training this year. Individuals who did not attend the

“Harmonized level 2” training, MUST attend one of the “Non-Harmonized Level 3”

training sessions listed below. [Important: Individuals who attend the incorrect

training will have significant gaps and may be required to take additional training.]

▪ Apr 20 – Jun 12, 2020, IT Campus

▪ Apr 27 – Jun 19, 2020, Marconi Campus

▪ Mar 2 – Apr 24, 2020, Pictou Campus

Level 3 (Non-Harmonized): 6 Weeks ONLY for clients who took the Non-Harmonized

Level 2. Contact the Agency if unsure. (Non-Harmonized Level exam required)

Note: Individuals who completed the “Non-Harmonized Level 2” training MUST take

the “Non-Harmonized Level 3” training this year. Individuals who completed the

“Harmonized Level 2” training last year, MUST attend one of the “Harmonized Level 3”

training sessions listed above. [Important: Individuals who attend the incorrect training

will have significant gaps and may be required to take additional training.]

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▪ Mar 2 – Apr 9, 2020, IT Campus

▪ Mar 2 – Apr 9, 2020, Marconi Campus

Level 4 (Non-Harmonized): 7 Weeks (Level exam required)

▪ Jan 6 – Feb 21, 2020, IT Campus

▪ Jan 6 – Feb 21, 2020, Marconi Campus

▪ Jan 6 – Feb 21, 2020, Pictou Campus

Truck and Transport Mechanic

2017 Curriculum Standard (Levels 1, 2, 3, 4)

Level 1: 8 Weeks

▪ Sep 9 – Nov 1, 2019, Akerley Campus

▪ Jan 6 – Feb 28, 2020, Akerley Campus

▪ Mar 16 – May 8, 2020, Akerley Campus

Level 2: 7 Weeks

▪ Sep 9 - Oct 25, 2019, Akerley Campus

▪ Nov 4 – Dec 20, 2019, Akerley Campus

▪ Jan 6 – Feb 21, 2020, Akerley Campus

Level 3: 6 Weeks

▪ Sep 16 – Oct 25, 2019, Akerley Campus

▪ Nov 11 – Dec 20, 2019, Akerley Campus

▪ Jan 6 – Feb 14, 2020, Akerley Campus

▪ Feb 24 – Apr 3, 2020, Akerley Campus

▪ Mar 2 – Apr 9, 2020, Kingstec Campus

▪ Mar 30 – May 8, 2020, Marconi Campus

Level 4: 5 Weeks

▪ Nov 12 – Dec 13, 2019, Akerley Campus

▪ Jan 6 – Feb 7, 2020, Akerley Campus

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▪ Feb 18 – Mar 20, 2020, Akerley Campus

▪ Mar 30 – May 1, 2020, Akerley Campus

▪ Apr 20 - May 22, 2020, Kingstec Campus

▪ May 19 – Jun 19, 2020, Marconi Campus

Welder

Level exams: Where indicated below, apprentices must pass the level exam at the end of training

in order to progress to the next level.

NOTE: Practical examinations are required in the Welder trades to obtain a Red Seal Endorsement.

Practical examination results achieved by a candidate in one jurisdiction must be recognized by

other jurisdictions. Jurisdictions that do not administer the practical examination cannot use the

Red Seal written examinations

2016 Curriculum Standard Harmonized (Levels 1, 2, 3)

Level 2 (Harmonized): 7 Weeks (Level exam required)

▪ Sep 9 – Oct 25, 2019, Akerley Campus

Level 3 (Harmonized): 7 Weeks (Level exam required)

▪ Jan 6 – Feb 21, 2020, Akerley Campus

▪ Mar 2 – Apr 17, 2020, Akerley Campus

▪ Apr 27 – Jun 12, 2020, Akerley Campus