# Millwright Apprenticeship

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.

The information on this program page is a summary of the official Program Information and Completion Guide approved by NLC’s Education Council.

Career Prospects 

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

Details

Intakes

LocationLevelStartingTypeDawson Creek1October 2026CohortDawson Creek2January 2027CohortDawson Creek3March 2027CohortDawson Creek4May 2027Cohort

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
FeesTotalLevel 1$ 784.98$ 70.73$ 133.19$ 988.90Level 2$ 784.98$ 70.73$ 133.19$ 988.90Level 3$ 784.98$ 70.73$ 133.19$ 988.90Level 4$ 784.98$ 70.73$ 133.19$ 988.90

International Fees

 TuitionStudent FeesInstruction-related
FeesInternational
Medical InsuranceTotalLevel 1$ 3,072.30$ 70.73$ 133.19$ 289.80*$ 3,566.02Level 2$ 3,072.30$ 70.73$ 133.19$ 289.80*$ 3,566.02Level 3$ 3,072.30$ 70.73$ 133.19$ 289.80*$ 3,566.02Level 4$ 3,072.30$ 70.73$ 133.19$ 289.80*$ 3,566.02

*Per four semesters

Still have questions?

Contact:

info@nlc.bc.ca if you are a domestic student

info@international.nlc.bc.ca if you are an international student

trades@nlc.bc.ca  if you are currently an NLC student

Admission Requirements

Eligibility as indicated by SkilledTradesBC.

Important Notes

The program is not eligible for Canada Student Loans.

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.

The program is affiliated with SkilledTradesBC.

Program Requirements

Residency Requirement100% of each level must be completed at Northern Lights College or by approval of the DeanMinimum Grade Requirements70% minimum in all courses

Levels: 

MILA 150 - Millwright Apprenticeship Level 1 (210 contact hours)

MILA 250 - Millwright Apprenticeship Level 2 (210 contact hours)

MILA 350 - Millwright Apprenticeship Level 3 (210 contact hours)

MILA 450 - Millwright Apprenticeship Level 4 (210 contact hours)

Credential

Training results are reported to SkilledTradesBC