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Commercial Kitchen Assistant - Certificate of Completion
This learner-centred program helps students expand their workplace skills and readiness in a classroom setting. Learners can take advantage of this fully funded program that will lead to in-demand entry-level restaurant jobs.
*Please note, this program is not accepting applications for the 2025/26 academic year.
*Please note, this program is not accepting applications for the 2025/26 academic year.
Program at a Glance
Length
total of 252 hours over 23 weeks
Credential
Certificate
Delivery Method
On Campus
Campus
Trail
Intake Dates
Fall
Contacts
Academic Upgrading & Development Admissions
Enrolment Officer
Overview
Small Class Sizes, Individualized Instruction, On-site Job Coaching
Please check back soon to find out about the next intake date!
Students will train as Prep Cooks with a Red Seal Chef in one of Selkirk College’s professional kitchens. Students will learn:
- Food preparation
- Chopping
- Mixing
- Measuring
- Terminology
- Planning
- Ordering
- Teamwork
- Clean up
Courses include:
- Food Safety and Sanitation (Food Safe)
- Production Procedures and Equipment
- Beverage Stations
- Preparation of Fruit and Vegetables
- Preparation of Starches
- Breakfast Cookery
- Salads and Sandwiches
- Meat Preparation and Cookery
- Soups, Stocks and Sauces
- Baked Goods and Dessert
Learning materials will build from existing curriculum for Prep Cook training and help students as they bridge to employment. Students who wish to take the Professional Cook program, but are not quite ready can take this program and become familiar with techniques, terminology, workplace expectations and curriculum in order to succeed later on.
Student placements can take place with an existing employer or can be newly created through this program. Placements will begin as soon as the student has completed the food and restaurant environment safety training and orientation.
Demand for skilled entry-level employees in local restaurants and other food-based enterprises is high.
To find out more contact Academic Upgrading by email or call 250.354.3230.
Program Outcomes
Learners participating in the Commercial Kitchen Assistant Program at Selkirk College will finish their studies being able to demonstrate the following program outcomes:
- Demonstrate increased self-confidence
- Manage financial matters by applying principles of numeracy
- Use appropriate verbal, non-verbal and written skills to communicate
- Develop effective learning strategies and adapt them to new situations
- Create realistic personal, work and educational goals and plans to achieve them
- Exhibit positive professional behaviours and employment-related skills that maximize opportunities for success
- Demonstrate resilience, creativity and critical thinking in challenging situations
- Participate effectively as part of a team and in society
- Identify personal values, make decisions and balance responsibilities to increase well-being
- Practice appropriate safety procedures
- Use current and emerging technology effectively
Admission Requirements
In addition to meeting the general admission requirements to Selkirk College, the applicant must meet the following Commercial Kitchen Assistant Program requirements to be considered fully qualified:
- Participate in an intake interview with the instructor
- Have the ability to learn and participate in a commercial kitchen setting
- Have had no behavioral or emotional problems that would significantly interfere with the learning or safety of self or others
- Have a commitment to learning
Additional Requirements
Instructors will balance the needs of the classroom in regards to the following guidelines that determine capacity. For a class with maximum enrolment of 12:
- 0 High Needs Students
- 2-4 Moderate Needs Students (no more than 30% of total students): mild cognitive disability and higher adaptive functioning level; no support worker required; most activities and choices made independently; physically able to perform kitchen duties with moderate supervision; and established success in interactions with others with limited supervision.
- 8-10 Low Needs Students (70% of total students or higher): no cognitive disability, although barriers to employment may be present; no support worker required; activities and choices made independently; physically able to perform kitchen duties independently; and established success in interactions with others.
Complete an application form
Participate in an interview (in person or by telephone) with the CKA instructor before entry to the program.
Provide a recommendation from an instructor in the School of Academic Upgrading and Development at Selkirk College, or a referral from a community agency, another college or high school.
Graduation and Promotion
In order to receive your credential in your program, you must complete all of your courses.
In the Commercial Kitchen Assistant Program, courses are sequential and must be completed in order.
Courses
Required Courses
CKA20 - Food Safety, Sanitation and Hygiene
CKA 20 Food Safety, Sanitation and Hygiene is a food handling, sanitation and work safety course designed for food service establishment operators and front line food service workers such as cooks, servers, bussers, dishwashers, and deli workers. The course covers important food safety and worker safety information including foodborne illness, receiving and storing food, preparing food, serving food, cleaning and sanitizing. Personal hygiene in a kitchen environment will also be covered.
Credits
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CKA21 - Production Procedures and Equipment
CKA 21 Production, Procedures and Equipment familiarizes students with the commercial kitchen environment. Sanitation and safe procedures continue to be elaborated on. Students are exposed to and learn to use tools and equipment typical to the commercial kitchen. They learn industry standard procedures to help create and maintain a safe and smoothly-running kitchen environment. This course will emulate a working commercial kitchen employment environment, with expectations surrounding safety, attendance, and communication.
Credits
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CKA29 - Baked Goods And Desserts
CKA 29 Baked Goods and Dessert will focus on bread making. Students will learn how to attractively arrange a variety of bread for service. The participants will also work with producing various garnishes and attractively plating finished product desserts.
Credits
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CKA30 - Practicum
CKA 30 Commercial Kitchen Assistant Practicum integrates the skills developed from training into the workplace environment, reinforcing learners' new skills and knowledge. The practicum gives the student an opportunity to apply, extend, and integrate academic or technical knowledge through work experience with qualified organizations.
Credits
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Policy
Effective Term:
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A student may obtain credit for a maximum of 75% of program requirements by Transfer Credit, Advanced Placement, Prior Learning Assessment or combination thereof.
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Re-Entry Instructions:
Re-entry to the Commercial Kitchen Assistant Program is permitted at any time subject to space admissibility (see above) and limitations due to changes in curriculum.
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Assessment:
Grading will be based on Competency Based Grades Table found in Selkirk College Policy 8612: Grading.
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Grading Table:
Competency-Based
Types of Assessments:
Progress in Commercial Kitchen Assistant courses is obtained by fulfilling the course-specific assessments which may include small group projects (e.g. poster presentations), individual projects (e.g. menu planning), written assignments, classroom-based work experiences (e.g., food preparation for commercial kitchens), and a practicum placement in a food service establishment.
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Attendance:
Attendance at all scheduled classes, field trips and other learning experiences is mandatory. Students may risk losing their placement in a program if attendance of less than 80% and/or there is unsatisfactory progress through course activities and course skills checklists.
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Other Regulations:
APPEAL
Most disagreements should be resolved through informal discussion between the parties involved before beginning the appeal procedures. This would typically involve the Instructor and the School Chair or designate. For more details refer to College Policy 8400: Student Appeals.
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Design for Mass Timber
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This 16-week micro-credential provides learners with foundational competencies in mass timber design. Participants learn to work in industry-standard Cadwork software while navigating the fabrication approval process. The course supports skill development in:
- Building information modeling and coordination
- CNC machine design and optimization
- Fabrication approval process and BIM output generation
- Conflict identification and resolution
A mass timber designer uses knowledge and principles of feasible fabrication processes, durable design and best practices in the use of large-format timber (mass timber, solid sawn timber, engineered wood products) to create a fabrication-level 3D model of the project. The projects require the adaptation of technical construction plans, fabrication data and production sequencing for residential, public, commercial or industrial projects. The designer completes a fabrication-accurate 3D BIM model of the structure including connections, screws and integrated penetrations for other trades by coordinating structural and architectural drawings, as well as possible Mechanical Electrical Plumbing 3D models supplied by the design team.
The fabrication designer is an integral member of the mass timber construction team and overall project delivery. They play a pivotal role in the sustainable use of wood products in the construction trade and will be one of the most in-demand positions for the foreseeable future.
Recommended for success
This micro-credential could be a good fit if you have a passion for mass timber construction and a related background. For example:
- Completion of the Mass Timber Fabrication Foundations micro-credential
- Architect/engineer design diploma
- Carpentry, fine woodworking or timber framing experience
- Advanced manufacturing diploma or experience
- Digital fabrication and design certificate or diploma
Due to the highly technical nature of this course, it is strongly recommended that participants have the following competencies:
- Strong aptitude for design in 3D
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills and detail-oriented
- Advanced computing competence
If you are unsure if you meet the recommended prerequisites, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
System requirements
System requirements for Cadwork V28.
Operating system: Cadwork supports Windows® 10 and Windows® 8.1 64-bit. Cadwork recommends Windows® 10 Pro, Home or Enterprise. All other systems are not compatible with cadwork version 28 and higher (Windows 7, Apple, etc.).
Processor: Cadwork supports all Intel® processors from Intel® Core™ i7, 5th generation onwards as well as AMD® Ryzen® 3000 series processors. cadwork recommends Intel® Core™ i9, 9th generation or higher. cadwork recommends processors with a base frequency of 3.5GHz or higher for workstations and 2.6GHz or higher for laptops. In general, frequency is more beneficial than the number of processor cores. Customer feedback has shown that Intel® Xeon® processors provide less performance than an Intel® Core™ processor.
Graphics card: Cadwork supports NVIDIA Quadro® P, T or RTX series graphics cards or NVIDIA GeForce® RTX series. Graphics cards should have a minimum of 4GB video memory. The release date of the graphics card drivers must be recent (less than 6 months). We recommend "Download Type: Production Branch / Studio" drivers. A graphics card with relatively old technology can cause problems after a version change. The reasons are that manufacturers may no longer provide up-to-date drivers, or the card technology may no longer be compatible with our graphical kernel (Hoops). For use with multiple displays (2 or more), we recommend the NVIDIA Quadro® P, T or RTX series. They have been tested and work with appropriate graphics card drivers. All other cards have not been tested and may therefore have problems with display and/or performance.
Displays: Experience shows that using multiple displays saves a lot of time and improves productivity, both for cadwork and when using the PC for other purposes. Therefore, you should look for the presence of 2 (or more) video outputs on your graphics card. You will need to ensure that the minimum resolution is 1920x1080 pixels. All monitors should use the same resolution and scaling in Windows. 4K displays do not offer any advantage currently. The use of a docking station can cause problems when using cadwork. The screens must be connected directly to the graphics card.
Memory (RAM): A minimum of 16GB of memory is required. We strongly recommend 32GB or more for optimal performance. When using the IFC interface for BIM (Building Information Modelling) projects, 32GB is the minimum. In some cases, 64GB of RAM will be required. In general, you should not try to save on memory.
Solid state drives: Nowadays, the operating system as well as the programs used daily should be located on an SSD because the access times (backup, data reading, etc.) will be reduced. The disk containing the Windows® partition should have a minimum capacity of 256GB. A second disk with a capacity of 512GB can also be installed. If your data is on a network share, the second disk may not be necessary. A minimum of 20GB of free space on all disks (networked and local) must be present in order to ensure proper functionality of cadwork (backup, installation, updates, etc.). HDDs are not recommended for cadwork version 28.
Mouse and keyboard: A mouse with at least three clickable buttons is required. Left, middle and right clicks are used everywhere in the software. For laptops, a keyboard with an integrated numpad is highly recommended, the same goes for an external keyboard.
*Loaner laptops and mice may be available upon request. Contact us with any requests.
Cost, Registration and Format
Cost: $1,500
Tuition Subsidies: This program is eligible for full tuition subsidies for learners who meet admission requirements. Please contact us to see if you qualify.
Dates: February 23–June 12, 2026
Format: Fully online with asynchronous (self-paced) modules and real-time virtual sessions (including guest speakers). Synchronous sessions are recorded for learners who cannot attend at the scheduled time. Learners can expect to dedicate approximately 7-8 hours per week to self-paced modules, synchronous sessions and assignments.
Program Admission: Students will be admitted on a first-submitted-admission-form, first-qualified basis until the program is full
This course qualifies for the StrongerBC future skills grant. You could be eligible for up to $3,500 toward tuition.
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Hairstylist - Apprenticeship Level 2
Program at a Glance
Length
5 weeks in class
Credential
Certificate
School
Delivery Method
On Campus
Campus
Silver King
Intake Dates
Spring
Overview
Current hairstylists and students who successfully complete the Foundation Program now have the opportunity to become Red Seal Certified.
This requires 150 hours of Level 2 designated training, an employer sponsor and passing the Interprovincial Red Seal exams, both written and practical.
Next Intake Date
May 25, 2026, to June 25, 2026
Program Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, learners will be able to:
- Resolve client concerns and complaints
- Customize haircuts
- Cut facial and nape hair
- Describe the procedure to shave facial and nape hair
- Style up-dos
- Incorporate hair additions
- Chemically relax and straighten hair
- Perform colour correction
- Apply and style wigs and hairpieces
- Use hair extensions
- Develop business and marketing plan for a salon
Admission Requirements
- Indentured in Hairstylist Apprenticeship
- Active Apprenticeship Work Sponsor
- Successful completion of previous level
Additional Requirements
- This occupation is physically demanding, and reasonable physical conditioning is necessary.
- Professional clothes must be worn to all classes and practicum placements (no jeans).
General
a) All applicants are required to complete pre-admission placement tests in reading, writing and math.
2. Mature Students
a) A "mature student" is at least 19 years of age and has been out of the school system for at least one year on or before the first day of classes of the program.
b) A mature student, with reasonable potential for success on the basis of work experience or other criteria, may be admitted notwithstanding some deficiency in prior formal education.
c) A mature student shall normally meet the specific program or course pre-requisites.
B. SELECTION
Applicants will be separated into two levels as identified in Selkirk College Policy 8610 (Admissions and Standards), namely “fully-qualified” and “partially qualified”.
1. Fully Qualified
a) The applicant meets all of the requirements stated in Part I.A, above.
2. Partially Qualified
a) The applicant is deficient in meeting some or all of the admission requirements stated in Part I.A, above.
3. Order of Selection
Selection and acceptance of program applicants will proceed in the following order:
a) Within the fully-qualified level, preference shall be given to those with earlier-completed applications.
b) Within the partially-qualified level, preference shall be given to those considered best qualified.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
1. Before an applicant’s file is completed, the following must be received:
a) Completed application form.
b) Official transcripts of high school grades (an interim statement of grades is acceptable if applicant is currently in school.)
c) See Part I.A.2. General
Graduation and Promotion
Minimum of 70% required to receive credential.
Tuition & Fees
All amounts are estimates and are subject to change. Tuition amounts are based on a full-time course load. Please note that many programs have additional costs beyond those listed here. For more information, please visit Tuition & Fees.
Policy
Effective Term:
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Standard Trades Programs
Types of Assessments:
1. Types and Frequency of Evaluations
a) Students are evaluated and graded in each subject or course topic as indicated in the respective course outline.
b) Students will complete a combination of practical and written assignments, tests and exams for each course in the program. An outline of evaluative events will be provided in each course outline.
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2. Examination Policy
a) Tests and examinations must be written on scheduled dates. The only exception to this policy will be if the student supplies the instructor with satisfactory evidence of personal illness or extenuating circumstances.
b) Prior arrangements, when possible, must be made to miss a test or examination due to extenuating circumstances (i.e. family emergency or a court appearance).
c) Dates for writing missed tests or examinations will be set by the instructor.
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EXAMINATIONS
1. Students leaving the examination room before the conclusion of the examination without the permission of the invigilator may forfeit their right to return to the examination room.
2. Students shall follow the written instructions of the examiner or risk losing marks.
3. No books or other materials may be brought into the examination room unless the consent of the invigilator has been given.
4. No material relating to the examination may be removed from the examination room.
Making use of materials, books, or notes, without the approval of the invigilator; speaking or communicating in other ways with other students; or exposing written papers to the view of other students is not permitted. Students who do or attempt to do any of the above will forfeit the right to have the examination evaluated.
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Program Specific Regulations:
Health and Safety
- Students are required to follow the safety directions of Selkirk College staff and the safety guidelines specific to their program. Additionally, students must wear prescribed personal protective equipment (PPE) in all designated areas. Failure to follow safety directions may result in the suspension of salon access. Only the School Chair may reinstate access.
- Students are encouraged to complete the Voluntary Disclosure of Health History form for any health (physical and/or mental) conditions (e.g., anxiety, diabetes, epilepsy, allergies), or prescription medications which could lead to concerns in a salon environment. This information is for safety reasons only and will be kept confidential.
- Students are required to complete all mandatory safety training prior to using program equipment. Students are responsible for adhering to correct usage of equipment and for informing staff when the equipment is damaged or unsafe to operate.
- Students who are unsafe or impact the safety of others will be required to leave the class or salon until remediation has been m
- The use of personal electronic devices in a learning environment can be disruptive and is unsafe in a salon setting. Usage and restrictions will be identified in the program safety guidelines.
- No alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs, or cannabis products are to be consumed on the college property during or before a college activity. If a student appears to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol they will be required to leave the premises and subject to disciplinary action as outlined in Policy 3400: Student Code of Conduct.
- When participating in program field trips or other off-campus college-related activities, students are required to comply with the health and safety guidelines of both Selkirk College and those of their hosts. See College Policy 8350: Educational Field Trips.
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Attendance:
1. Attendance is recorded daily. Continued absenteeism will be brought to the attention of the student and will result in probation.
2. A student absent from class for any reason is required to advise the instructor.
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Professional Requirements:
STUDENT CONDUCT / PERSONAL PRESENTATION (see Selkirk College Policy 3400)
1. Students are expected to prepare themselves for a position in a salon and to demonstrate the deportment, dress, attitudes, and communication skills expected in the Hairstylist industry. Professional clothes must be worn to all classes and practicum (no jeans).
2. Lab coats are to be worn.
3. Closed-toe shoes are to be worn to comply with WorkSafeBC regulations.
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Other Regulations:
A. PROBATION
1. The purpose of probation is to communicate to the students that their performance is deficient and that it may jeopardize their status in the program.
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2. Academic Probation
a) A student may only be placed on academic probation during the first two-thirds of a program term.
b) Criteria for placement on academic probation will include but not necessarily be limited to the following:
(i) Cheating.
(ii) Poor academic performance.
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3. Behavioural Probation
a) A student may be placed on behavioural probation any time during the term.
b) Criteria for placement on behavioural probation will include but not necessarily be limited to the following:
(i) Absenteeism, both cumulative and current, and continued after a preliminary warning.
(ii) Behaviour which disrupts classes or field trips and impedes the progress of fellow students.
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4. Removal from probation
a) Removal from probation will be outlined in the official notification of probation.
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B. EXCLUSION OR DISMISSAL (See Selkirk College Policy 8610)
1. A student may be excluded or dismissed from the program for not meeting the conditions of probation.
2. An instructor, the Registrar, a School Chair, Dean or College administrator may exclude a student from participating in a class, lab, field trip, etc., if the student compromises the safety of others, if he/she assaults or abuses others, if he/she is destructive to property, if he/she disrupts the learning opportunities of others or if he/she behaves in a threatening or blatantly uncooperative manner towards students, College employees or other College members. The college employee excluding a student from participating in a class, lab, field trip, etc. shall report in writing to the School Chair the circumstances giving rise to the exclusion.
3. An instructor or other employee may recommend to his/her School Chair/Supervisor that a student be completely excluded from a course/program if that student has missed instructional times or failed to complete assigned work to such a degree that he/she could not compensate sufficiently to pass the course in the time available. A student may also be completely excluded if the student has compromised the safety of others, assaults or abuses others, has been destructive to college property, has disrupted the learning opportunities of others, has behaved in a threatening or blatantly uncooperative manner or engages in theft and/or criminal activity. See Selkirk College Policy 3400 - Student Code of Conduct.
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C. APPEAL (See College Policy 8400)
1. A student dissatisfied with a final grade or program decision (e.g., probation, exclusion, dismissal) may appeal the College's action by following this sequence:
a) Contact the course instructor in writing within five working days.
b) Contact the School Chair in writing within five working days.
c) Contact the Dean of Industry and Trades Training in writing within five working days.
NOTE: A student ombudsperson may be available to assist you in this process.
2. If the student has not resolved the issue after following the above three steps, the student may then choose to:
a) Appeal to the Student Appeals Committee by contacting the College Registrar within two working days.
b) Students have five working days from the time they are notified of their final grades to appeal a grade.
c) From the time of official notification students have five working days to appeal probationary status, exclusion or dismissal
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Intermediate First Aid: WorkSafeBC
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At this level, the role and responsibility of the workplace first aid aider shall be to have competence in the basic training level and to provide a broader scope of emergency workplace first aid care for the injured/ill worker. Learn CPR/AED, how to deal with minor wounds, airway breathing, circulatory emergencies and more. Completion of records and reports is part of the course. Know what to do until the paramedics arrive. This course has 14 instructional hours which includes 7 hours of practical skill demonstration. This course does NOT include airway management and oxygen use.
Successful completion requires 100% attendance, demonstration of critical skills and a 70% pass mark on the 66 question multiple choice written exam.
Once you have passed the course, you will receive an Intermediate First Aid certificate, which is valid for three years.
No prerequisites. Bring your photo ID to class. Wear closed-toed shoes and long pants.
To be eligible for this course, you must be able to understand and perform the first aid required to complete the learning tasks, including being physically and mentally capable of performing basic techniques of first aid as well as a multiple-choice exam.
Students should arrive 15 minutes before class.
PLEASE NOTE: Red Cross Standard First Aid courses taken after October 31, 2024 are now recognized by WorkSafeBC as equivalent to WorkSafeBC Intermediate First Aid. Please see here for dates and to register.
Visit our registration page for course locations, times and fees.
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Mass Timber Fabrication Foundations
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This 12-13-week micro-credential provides learners with foundational competencies in:
- Fundamentals of the mass timber industry
- Wood science, building envelope and moisture management
- Drawing interpretation, digital literacy and 3D model navigation
- CNC operational awareness
- Tools, cutting science and safety
- Joinery, assembly, and structural integrity
- Quality control and waste reduction
Learners have the option of completing a “basic” version of the course (remote learning only) or an “advanced” version, which includes an in-person lab designed to develop higher-level competencies. Learners can declare an intent to complete the advanced version while taking the course—no extra fee applies.
Completion of the course is designed to equip participants with the foundational skills and knowledge necessary for entry-level employment in mass timber fabrication facilities. Completion also prepares participants to take the Design for Mass Timber micro-credential for continued learning and competency building as a mass timber fabrication designer.
Working on the production floor, the mass timber fabricator completes all final part processes after CNC machine operations. Duties typically include allocating timbers to be cut on the CNC, post-processing timbers after CNC cutting with power or hand tools, reading and understanding 2D single-piece drawings, navigating 3D models, operating heavy lifting equipment, pre-assembling build components, installing steel to timber and timber to timber connections, providing feedback and design changes as necessary, test fitting connections, completing quality control signoffs, and finishing elements with hand touch-ups, patches, sanding, and coatings.
Cost, Registration and Format
Cost: $1,500
Tuition subsidies: This program may be eligible for full tuition subsidies for learners who meet admission requirements. Please contact us to see if you qualify.
Dates: November 10, 2025–February 13, 2026, with an optional 1-week in-person lab in mid-May 2026
Format: 125 hours over 12 remote weeks. Students can expect to spend 7–8 hours working on the course per week. Online asynchronous (self-paced), synchronous sessions (once every week for two hours) including guest speakers (recorded for those who cannot attend), hands-on “mini build” project using materials and tools provided by Selkirk College. Learners who are interested in completing the “advanced” version of the course will also participate in a one-week onsite, hands-on learning lab at the Selkirk Technology Access Centre (STAC) in Trail and/or at a partner site.
Tech requirements: Computer, internet
This course qualifies for the StrongerBC future skills grant. You could be eligible for up to $3,500 toward tuition. Find out more and apply today.
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Welding - Apprenticeship Level 1 - 3
Program at a Glance
Length
Level 1 - 8 weeks, Level 2 - 8 weeks, Level 3 - 10 weeks
School
Delivery Method
On Campus
Campus
Silver King
Intake Dates
Fall
Winter
Spring
Contacts
Trades Admissions
Enrolment Officer
Have Questions?
Overview
Graduates of the Welder Foundation program earn advance credit for Levels 1 and 2 of the Technical Training component of the Welder Apprenticeship. Additionally, they earn 300 hours credit towards the Workplace-Based Training component of their apprenticeship. After completion of the program, it’s recommended that students gain another 2,700 hours of hands-on field experience before returning to school for Level 3 Technical Training.
Levels 1 (8 weeks) and Level 2 (8 weeks) Technical Training in the apprenticeship stream covers similar topics as in the Foundation program. The apprenticeship stream assumes that the apprentice is receiving training on the job so the in-school portion of their training is shorter.
Level 3 Welding is an 10-week program (11-weeks due to Skilled Trades BC Harmonization) for indentured apprentices who have 3,000 hours or more of Workplace-Based Training. Content is similar to Welder B. The apprenticeship stream assumes apprentices are receiving focused training on the job and so the in-school technical training is only 10 weeks long plus one week due to Harmonization (see link above). Upon completion of Level 3 Welding, students write the Inter-Provincial (Red Seal) Welder exam. Those with a passing grade on the Red Seal exam and 4,500 hours of Workplace-Based Training earn the Welder Certificate of Qualification as well as the Inter-Provincial (IP) Red Seal Standard.
Program Outcomes
Welding Apprenticeship Level 1
Upon successful completion of this program, learners will be able to:
- Describe safe working practices
- Perform basic trade related mathematical calculations
- Use and maintain measuring and layout tools
- Use and maintain hand tools
- Use and maintain power tools (electric and pneumatic)
- Describe shop materials
- Apply lifting, hoisting and rigging procedures
- Describe and use cutting and gouging processes
- Describe and perform fusion and braze welding (TB) using the oxy-fuel (OFW) process
- Describe and use the shielded metal arc-welding (SMAW) process
- Describe and use semi-automatic and automatic welding
- Identify common welding symbols and bolted connections
Welding Apprenticeship Level 2
Upon successful completion of this program, learners will be able to:
- Apply lifting, hoisting and rigging procedures
- Describe and use the shielded metal arc-welding (SMAW) process
- Use semi-automatic and automatic welding processes
- Use the gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) process and use it for ferrous metals and stainless steel
- Describe production processes for manufacturing metals
- Describe mechanical and physical properties of ferrous and non-ferrous metals
- Describe common ferrous, non-ferrous, and reactive metals and their weldability
- Read and interpret drawings
- Perform basic drafting
- Perform mathematical calculations
- Interpret and apply mechanical drawings and layout components
- Fabricate weldments
- Perform costing and estimating functions
Welding Apprenticeship Level 3
Upon successful completion of this program, learners will be able to:
- Select electrodes for shielded metal arc welding (SMAW)
- Use the SMAW process on low carbon steel plate and pipe
- Use the GMAW and GMAW-P process
- Use combined GMAW, MCAW and FCAW processes
- Use the gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) process for ferrous metals and aluminum
- Describe mechanical and physical properties of ferrous and non-ferrous metals
- Describe common ferrous, non-ferrous, and reactive metals and their weldability
- Describe the grain structure of metals
- Describe aluminum, aluminum alloys and their weldability
- Read and interpret drawings
- Interpret and apply mechanical drawings and layout components
- Fabricate weldments
- Perform costing and estimating functions
- Describe basic welding quality control and inspection requirements
- Describe inspection and testing procedures
- Describe the scope of the welding supervisor and inspector responsibilities
- Identify applicable standards, codes, specifications and jurisdictional bodies
- Describe compliance with weld procedure specifications (WPS) and data sheets
Admission Requirements
The following admission requirements are specific to the Welding Apprenticeship Program:
- Indentured in a Welding Apprenticeship
- Active work apprenticeship sponsor
- Successful completion of previous level
Additional Requirements
- Physically fit, (mobility/lifting) good manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination, balance, work at heights and in adverse weather.
- Students must supply some hand tools, safety boots, leather wear and purchase module texts at a cost of approximately $600.
- A refundable tool deposit of $100 will be required at the start of the program.
Graduation and Promotion
In order to receive your credential in your program, you must maintain a minimum of 70% average.
Tuition & Fees
All amounts are estimates and are subject to change. Tuition amounts are based on a full-time course load. Please note that many programs have additional costs beyond those listed here. For more information, please visit Tuition & Fees.
Policy
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20240801Wildfire Fighter Training Program
Category
"Climate change during the 21st century is expected to result in more frequent forest fires in many boreal forests, with severe environmental and economic consequences. New research aims to refine these climate change estimates of fire activity and investigate adaptation strategies and options to deal with future fire occurrence. There is a growing consensus that as wildland fire activity increases, fire agency suppression efforts will be increasingly strained." —Natural Resources Canada
The Wildfire Fighter Training micro-credential prepares individuals for employment in the forestry industry as wildfire fighters, fire suppression workers and wildfire interface workers (fuel management).
Participants will undergo a comprehensive training program that equips them with the necessary skills and knowledge to competently and safely function as entry-level workers. This includes training in first aid, workplace safety, equipment safety and operation, safety standards, and industry-standard certification.
Prerequisites
In addition to meeting the general admission requirements to Selkirk College (see Policy 8611: Admissions), the applicant must meet the following Wildfire Fighter requirements:
- WorkSafeBC has a limit of 18 years of age to operate a chainsaw &/or do high-risk activities in a workplace.
- Be able to lift 50 lbs and walk five km.
- Have access to transportation to attend off-campus field trips.
- Have personal protective equipment (PPE), including:
- Safety boots with a minimum 8" ankle protection
- Chaps (provided)
- Hard hat with face shield
- Earmuffs
- Eye protection with side shields
- Level 3 cut-resistant gloves appropriate for the weather conditions
- High visibility shirt or vest
Program Format
The program must be completed within two years from the registration date. Students are required to complete all core courses and one specialization course to qualify for the micro-credential.
This course qualifies for the StrongerBC future skills grant. You could be eligible for up to $3,500 toward tuition. Find out more and apply today!
Required Courses
Workplace Hazardous Materials (WHMIS)
Hazardous materials abound in many workplaces. Identify Hazardous products, read and make labels, and understand where to find treatment if you or someone else is exposed. Available online for your convenience.
Basic First Aid (or equivalent) (Formerly OFA 1)
Learn CPR/AED, how to deal with minor wounds, airway breathing, circulatory emergencies and more. Completion of records and reports is part of the course. Know what to do until the paramedics arrive. Does not include airway management and oxygen use.
Transportation Endorsement: WorkSafeBC
With your Transportation Endorsement, you will learn about packaging a conscious patient who requires spinal motion restrictions and who does not require spinal motion restrictions, packaging an unconscious patient and caring for a patient while in transport. This course does NOT cover airway management and oxygen use.
Combined S-100 Fire Suppression and S-185 Fire Entrapment Avoidance
Day 1, S-100: Participants will learn the fundamentals of firefighting, fire line safety, portable pumps and water delivery systems.
Day 2, S-185: Participants learn the fundamentals of firefighting, fire line safety, portable pumps and water delivery systems.
SAFE Chainsaw Operation & Maintenance
This two-day course provides participants with a basic level of understanding for safe chainsaw operation, making bucking cuts on level terrain, basic limbing techniques & introductory chainsaw maintenance.
S212 (Fireline Communications/Radio Operator Training)
Participants familiarize themselves with two-way radio equipment. learn correct radio procedures including caller and station ID, and the importance of etiquette.
Specialized Courses
Course offerings in this program depend on trainer schedules. As a result, some courses may not be offered every year.
Bear Aware & Wilderness Safety
Participants will learn the foundation of working and staying safe in bear country. They will also develop a better understanding of bear behaviour, which can help them prevent encounters and reduce their risk of encountering a bear. Bear safety training is a WorkSafeBC requirement.