Construction Craft Worker Foundations Program (A106)

Program Description

Leadership Claims

This program was developed in collaboration with the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) and is unique in Canada. 

Program Overview

Construction Craft Worker (A106) is a free, 18-week supported education program for students who identify mental health and/or addictions challenges as a barrier to education and employment. In a hands-on, small group setting, with experiential work opportunities and job-coaching support, you'll develop the skills you need for entry-level work in Toronto's construction industry. 

This program was developed in collaboration with the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) and is unique in Canada.

Full Description

George Brown College’s Construction Craft Worker (A106) program is one of two innovative Augmented Education employment-focused programs designed to help those with mental health and/or addiction challenges overcome common employment barriers.

Developed in collaboration with the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH), this free 18-week program provides training to help you gain employment in Toronto's construction industry. If you see work as part of your recovery process and want to take the first step toward a new role in an exciting industry, then this program is for you. Upon completion of this program, you'll be the proud recipient of an Ontario College Certificate.

Construction Craft Worker Program Overview:

  • unique in Canada
  • 18 weeks long
  • starts in April
  • full-time delivery
  • includes classroom and construction lab instruction
  • class and construction lab time approximately 30 to 35 hours per week
  • 160 hours of work placement and workshops
  • graduate with an Ontario College Certificate
  • tutoring and support available from program coaches

Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities

Career Options

Construction Craft Worker (A106) graduates will be qualified for entry-level construction industry jobs such as:

  • construction labourer
  • carpentry helper
  • masonry helper
  • cement-finishing helper
  • demolition worker

Graduates will also be qualified to work in many other areas in the building trades, including the potential to work in the retail area of the construction sector.

Alumni Impact

We are immensely proud of the contributions of our alumni in Toronto and around the globe.
 
From Michelin-starred restaurants to major construction, entertainment, community and financial organizations, our graduates are truly making an impact across a range of industries.

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