Unifor partners with Centennial College, Ontario government, to offer skills training

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Skills Development Fund

Centennial College, in partnership with Unifor and the Ontario Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development, is offering a provincially-funded program of skills-based training to the unemployed and underemployed within the advanced manufacturing sector at no cost to you.* The program requires ten hours per week commitment, in the evenings and weekends (Saturday). Courses involve hybrid online and/or in-person lectures and lab training.

*A deposit of $250 is required and will be refunded upon completion of the program.

Benefits

  • Gain relevant industry training in the growing field of advanced manufacturing
  • Earn valuable Industry digital badges to improve marketability and expansion of career paths
  • Access to state-of-the-art equipment and labs for experiential learning
  • Upon successful completion of completing a Micro-credential(s), learners will be awarded a Certificate of Achievement
  • Learners will have the opportunity to apply for Industry issued digital badges where applicable
  • Assistance with job search and paid placement for 8 weeks

Admission Requirements:

  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or General Education Development (GED), or equivalent; OR Mature Student Status (19 years or older)
  • Manufacturing/plant experience is considered an asset (credit for Level 1)
  • Must be unemployed or underemployed

Start your career and choose from the following focus areas of training:

Stream A: Manufacturing and Production

This stream will provide you with training on state-of-the-art CNC programing, machining and commercial 3D printing operations. For more details visit this detailed course description.

Stream B: Automation and Industry 4.0

After completing this stream, you will have a complete understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics, basic electrical, and the electronic components required to operate a production line.

Stream C: Quality and Process Control

Through this stream, you will gain a solid understanding of Quality Control and Quality Assurance fundamentals. You will learn how to use a variety of measuring tools including CMM operations (metrology) and conduct quality checks on manufactured products.

Apply Now

Register Now for an Upcoming Info Session

Please email Greg McIlmoyle at @email or leave your contact information here and we will reach out to schedule a personal admission interview with you.

We have continuous intakes from now until September 30, 2021 for the cohort starting on Monday, November 1, 2021. Spaces are limited. Reserve your seat now.