Trades and Apprenticeship
Trades Continuing Studies
StrongerBC future skills grant
The StrongerBC future skills grant is open to British Columbians aged 19 years or older – regardless of financial need – and covers up to $3,500 per person for eligible skills training at public post-secondary institutions.
The grant will help learners access eligible short-term skills training to further their careers, upgrade their skills and enhance their productivity, giving them access to well-paid, high opportunity occupations.
* See below for eligible Trades Industry Training courses
BC Employer Training Grant
Trades Industry Training courses and corporate training may be eligible for the BC Employer Training Grant.
Employers can apply to receive 80% of the cost of training up to $10,000 per employee, with a maximum annual amount per employer of $300,000. The B.C. Employer Training Grant provides funding to small, medium and large enterprises to support skills training for their workforces.
To find out more information including eligibility criteria and how to apply visit: BC Employer Training Grant
Trades Industry Training
Culinary
Electrical
Prerequisite Required
Field Safety Representative (FSR)*
Mechanical Building
Prerequisite Required
Cross Connection Control - Backflow Preventer Tester's License*
* Eligible for StrongerBC future skills grants
Cross Control Backflow Preventer Tester Recertification
Cross Connection Control Exam
Gasfitter B
Non - Prerequisite
Canada's Ozone Layer Protection Awareness Program*
* Eligible for StrongerBC future skills grants
Boiler Basic Safety Awareness*
* Eligible for StrongerBC future skills grants
Course offered at Kelowna, Vernon, Salmon Arm & Penticton Campuses
Motor Vehicle
Prerequisite Required
Battery Electric Vehicle Technology and Service*
* Eligible for StrongerBC future skills grants
The Battery Electric Vehicle Technology and Service program is designed for advanced, Red Seal endorsed technicians wanting to elevate their skills and knowledge of EV vehicles through this 36 hour course. Course delivery will be a combination of 6 hours of online learning and 30 hours of on-campus instruction.
Authorized Inspectors Course *
* Eligible for StrongerBC future skills grants
Formerly known as Private/Commercial Vehicle Inspection Program
Non - Prerequisite
Air Brakes Endorsement Theory and Pre-Trip Inspection*
* Eligible for StrongerBC future skills grants
Course offered at Kelowna, Penticton, Salmon Arm, Revelstoke & Vernon Campuses
Facility Operator Course*
* Eligible for StrongerBC future skills grants
Formerly known as Designated Inspection Facility Operator
Self guided online course: continuous open enrollment
Forklift Truck Operator - Non-Experienced
Course offered at Kelowna, Penticton & Vernon Campuses
Canada's Ozone Layer Protection Awareness Program*
* Eligible for StrongerBC future skills grants
Continuous open enrollment
Red Seal Exam Preparation
Prerequisite Required
Carpentry IP Refresher
Electrical IP Refresher
Safety Training
Non - Prerequisite
H2S Alive
Fall Protection
Ground Disturbance
Trades General Interest Programs
Trades Kids Programs
Trades Kids programs are back! Trades Explorer programs are also available for youth.
These exciting, weekend trades programs are designed to help kids and youth learn new hands-on skills in our state-of-the-art Trades Training Complex at the Kelowna campus, the Centre of Excellence at the Penticton campus and Vernon Trades.
One-day courses $99*
Two-day courses $169*
* plus GST and some material fees may apply
New programs are being added on a regular basis. Join our mailing list to receive announcements about upcoming programs.
Kelowna Campus
Auto Masters - New Drivers
Feb 10, Sat 9am-1pm
Intro To Trades
Feb 10, Sat 9am-1pm
Bike Repair
May 11, Sat 9am-1pm
Youth Small Engine Repair
Jun 1 - 2, Sat - Sun 9am-1pm
Bread and Pastries Series: French Cooking
June 8, Sat 9am-3pm
Trades Adults Programs
These NEW programs give adults the opportunity to explore the trades and learn new hands-on skills in our state-of-the-art Trades Training Complex at the Kelowna campus, Centre of Excellence at the Penticton campus and Vernon Trades.
Online registration now open!
One-day courses $99*
Two-day courses $169*
* plus GST and some material fees may apply
New programs are being added on a regular basis. Join our mailing list to receive announcements about upcoming programs.
Kelowna Campus
Auto Masters - Women
Nov 25, Sat 9am-1pm
Mar 2, Sat 9am-1pm
May 11, Sat 9am-1pm
Intro to Tools
Jan 27, Sat 9am-1pm
Mar 2, Sat 9am-1pm
Motorcycle Maintenance
Apr 13 -14, Sat 9am-1pm
Planter Box
Apr 20, Sat 9am-1pm
Small Engine Repair
May 4 -5, Sat 9am-1pm
Penticton Campus
Intro to Tools
Dec 2, Sat 9am-1pm
Jun 15, Sat 9am-1pm
Auto Masters - Women
Apr 20, Sat 9am-1pm
Salmon Arm Campus
Planter Box
Jun 1, Sat 9am-1pm
Auto Masters - Women
May 4, Sat 9am-1pm
Intro to Tools
Aug 17, Sat 9am-1pm
Culinary Workshops
These NEW workshops give adults the opportunity to learn new recipes and culinary techniques in a commercial kitchen setting under the guidance of Red Seal Chefs.
Online registration now open!
One-day courses $99*
Two-day courses $169*
* plus GST and some material fees may apply
Select a program to review details and schedule.
Receive an email notification when upcoming workshops are opened for registration.
Join our mailing list
Learn to Cook Series
Bao Buns & Beer*
Nov 25, Sat 9am-3pm
*Must be 19 years or older
Mexican
Feb 10, Sat 9am-3pm
Italian
Mar 2, Sat 9am-3pm
Okanagan Inspired Italian
Apr 13, Sat 9am-3pm
French
May 11, Sat 9am-3pm
Taste of Thailand
Jul 20, Sat 9am-3pm
Bread and Pastry Series
Christmas Baking
Nov 25, Sat 9am-3pm
Dec 9, Sat 9am-3pm
Easter Baking
Mar 9, Sat 9am-3pm
Trades Kids: French Pastries
June 8, Sat 9am-3pm
Pie and Pie Crusts
Aug 10, Sat 9am-3pm
Withdrawal/Refund Policy
No refunds or transfers will be issued one week prior to the start of the class. As well, no refunds or transfers will be provided for individuals who do not attend a course.
All refunds are issued by cheque to the registered student unless there is a Sponsorship Agreement in place. Refunds do not include the cost of books or other supplies. Refunds may take up to six weeks to process.
If the student has not received the materials when they are approved for the refund, then the cost of the materials should be refunded.
Refund policy exceptions are made on compassionate grounds or special circumstances. In such cases a written request for refund, accompanied by appropriate documentation (i.e. medical, court subpoena) must be submitted to the department for approval.
Trades Corporate Training
Trades Corporate Training at Okanagan College is about bringing ongoing learning to your organization through customized contract training.
We provide private training for businesses, non-profit organizations, and professional associations. Whether you have a group of employees with a specific skills gap, want to provide training as a service for your own clients, or need a comprehensive training and development plan across your company, we can help. Our customized training includes:
- Industry specific instructors
- Tailored curriculum
- Training at your location, ours, or online
- Custom training dates
- Assistance with government grants
Okanagan College can deliver your training where and when you need it. Contact us at trades@okanagan.bc.ca to get started.
