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2023-2024 Academic Calendar

Millwright Apprenticeship


Location(s): ​Dawson Creek

Millwrights dismantle, move, install, change layout, set-up, repair, overhaul and maintain all machinery and heavy mechanical equipment, including power shafting, pulleys, conveyors and hoists. They work from plans and blueprints and install equipment using hand tools, power tools, and hoisting equipment. Millwrights use grinders and lathes to make customized parts and construct machinery foundations.

The Millwright Apprenticeship Training Program includes levels 1-4 of the SkilledTradesBC prescribed Apprenticeship training.  See SkilledTradesBC for more information.

Career Prospects

Excellent opportunities exist in both local and regional industry for Millwrights. Above average salaries are offered, as well as excellent working environments.

Intakes


LocationLevelStartingType
Dawson Creek1October 2023Cohort(opens in a new tab) 
Dawson Creek2January 2024Cohort(opens in a new tab) 
Dawson Creek3March 2024Cohort(opens in a new tab) 
Dawson Creek4May 2024Cohort(opens in a new tab) 

Length


Level 1 is 210 hours; approximately 7 weeks long.

Level 2 is 210 hours; approximately 7 weeks long.

Level 3 is 210 hours; approximately 7 weeks long.

Level 4 is 210 hours; approximately 7 weeks long.

Estimated Program Fees


Program fee type: Trades/Apprenticeship

Costs indicated are estimates for a full-time course load.

Book, instruments, supplies, uniforms/clothing and third-party fees are additional.

Domestic Fees

 TuitionStudent FeesInstruction-related
Fees (includes GST)
Total
Level 1$ 718.20$ 67.38$ 131.79$ 917.37
Level 2$ 718.20$ 67.38$ 131.79$ 917.37
Level 3$ 718.20$ 67.38$ 131.79$ 917.37
Level 4$ 718.20$ 67.38$ 131.79$ 917.37

International Fees

 TuitionStudent FeesInstruction-related
Fees (includes GST)
International
Medical Insurance
Total
Level 1$ 2,580.90$ 67.38$ 131.79$ 276.00$ 3,056.07
Level 2$ 2,580.90$ 67.38$ 131.79$ 276.00$ 3,056.07
Level 3$ 2,580.90$ 67.38$ 131.79$ 276.00$ 3,056.07
Level 4$ 2,580.90$ 67.38$ 131.79$ 276.00$ 3,056.07

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Admission Requirements


Eligibility as indicated by SkilledTradesBC.

Important Notes


  1. The program is not eligible for Canada Student Loans.
  2. Students must provide personal protective equipment (footwear having CSA safety-toe protection and CSA safety glasses with clear lenses).Students are required to have a computer (laptop or other mobile device) with minimum computer requirements.(opens in a new tab)
  3. The program is affiliated with SkilledTradesBC(opens in a new tab).

Program Requirements


Residency Requirement100% of each level must be completed at Northern Lights College or by approval of the Dean
Minimum Grade Requirements70% minimum in all courses
Gap TrainingStudents may be required to attend and complete gap training when transitioning from Classic to Harmonized levels

Credential


Training results are reported to SkilledTradesBC