Trades and Apprenticeship
Trades Continuing Studies
All in-person classes will be held in accordance with Okanagan College's COVID-19 health and safety protocols, following Provincial and Regional health guidelines and WorkBC best practices. Learn more at okanagan.bc.ca/covid19.
Trades Industry Training
Air Brakes Endorsement Theory and Pre-Trip Inspection
Battery Electric Vehicle Technology and Service
NEW! 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.
Boiler Basic Safety Awareness
Carpentry Interprovincial Refresher
Canada's Ozone Layer Protection Awareness Program
Cross Connection Control - Backflow Preventer Tester's License
Cross Control Backflow Preventer Tester Recertification
Cross Connection Control Exam
Designated Inspection Facility Operator
Electrical IP Refresher
Electrical Safety Workshop
Fall Protection
Forklift Truck Operator - Non-Experienced
Ground Disturbance
H2S Alive
Private/Commercial Vehicle Inspection Program
Field Safety Representative (FSR)
Professional Cook Practical Re-assessments
Professional Cook Practical Re-Assessments are offered at the Kelowna campus for PC-1, PC-2 and PC-3.
Explore PC-1 assessment schedule
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.
Select a program to review details and schedule.
Electrical and Piping - Grade 7-9
New programs are being added on a regular basis. Join our mailing list to receive announcements about upcoming programs.
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.
Trades Adults programs are offered on weekends starting in February 2021. Online registration now open!
Select a program to review details and schedule.
New programs are being added on a regular basis. Join our mailing list to receive announcements about upcoming programs.
Culinary
These NEW courses 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!
Select a program to review details and schedule.
New programs are being added on a regular basis. Join our mailing list to receive announcements about upcoming programs.
Dinner Party - Wine & Dine Series
Upcoming dates:
Italian - August 2021
Fall Harvest - November 2021
Moroccan - March 2022
Learn to Cook Series
French: Two Nights in Paris - June 2021
Upcoming dates:
Taste of the Okanagan - July 2021
Mexican - October 2021
Asian - February 2022
Vegetarian Cooking & Nutrition Series
Upcoming dates:
Vegan - September 2021
Veggie Christmas - December 2021
Bread & Pastry Series
Upcoming dates:
French Pastries - August 2021
Christmas Baking - December 2021
Easter Extravaganza - March 2022
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.
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