Past Courses
Steel Studs & Drywall – 9 Week Course
Regina Trades & Skills Centre offers an entry level Steel Studs & Drywall course. The program will provide learners with the basic fundamental knowledge and practical skills needed to gain employment in the drywall industry. This course will include 3 weeks of instruction in steel stud framing & boarding as well as 3 weeks of mudding, taping & finishing instruction.
Requirements
- No minimum education required (Grade 12 or GED Recommended)
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License recommended
- Compliance to RTSC’s fit for duty policy
- English Language Requirement
- For more selection criteria, please visit rtsc.org/why-train-with-us
Areas of Study
- Safety Construction Orientation Training (SCOT)
- Fall Protection
- Aerial Work Platform Awareness
- Rights & Responsibilities
- Steel Stud Framing
- Drywall Board Installation
- Hand Application of Tape
- Mudding & Sanding
- Knowledge of Materials & Tools
- Work Placement
Child Care Educator - 9 Week Course
The Regina Trades & Skills Centre is putting on an entry-level skills course specific to getting started as a Child Care Educator. There is no tuition to attend our training, and we connect you to industry with a 2 week work placement at the end of the course. Awesome Employers are looking to hire our students and this is a perfect opportunity to start out in a high demand trade! You will learn about a child care environment, gross and fine motor skills, interaction, communication and planning. You will learn all skills needed to secure entry level employment in this industry.
Requirements
- Grade 12 Recommended but not required
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with reliable transportation recommended
- A Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check will be required upon acceptance into the course (own expense).
- English Language Requirement
- For more selection criteria, please visit rtsc.org/why-train-with-us
Areas of Study
- WHMIS
- Infant & Child CPR / First Aid
- Safe Food Handling
- Employability Skills
- Early Childhood Environment
- Art, Science, Math and Literacy Skills
- Gross and Fine Motor Skills
- Large and Small Group Interaction
- Enrollment in “Dynamics of Play”
- Work Placement
Commercial Industrial Roofing – 8 Week Course
Regina Trades and Skills Centre offers a Commercial & Industrial Roofing course. The program will provide learners with the basic fundamental knowledge and practical skills needed to gain employment in the commercial & industrial roofing industry. There is no tuition to attend our training, and we connect you to industry with a 2 week work placement at the end of the course. Awesome Employers are looking to hire our students and this is a perfect opportunity to start out in a high demand trade!
You will learn about the theory of flat roofing, control zones, flat roofing systems and flashings. You will learn all skills needed to secure entry level employment in this industry.
Requirements
- Grade 10 Recommended
- A Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check may be required by your work placement
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License recommended (may be mandatory with some companies)
- Compliance to RTSC’s fit for duty policy
- For more selection criteria, please visit rtsc.org/why-train-with-us
Areas of Study
- Safety Construction Orientation Training (SCOT)
- Fall Protection with Ladder Safety
- Aerial Work Platform Awareness
- Rights & Responsibilities
- Construction Site Safety
- Basic Theory of Flat Roofing
- Control Zones
- Flat Roofing Systems
- Flashing
- Work Placement
Education Assistant - 8 Week Course
Regina Trades & Skills Centre offers a Education Assistant course. The program will provide learners with the basic fundamental knowledge, practical skills and all certifications needed to gain employment as an EA in Elementary and High Schools. Graduates will have training in assisting classroom teachers to involve all students, including those with diverse and intensive needs, in classroom and school activities. Other training duties include personal care, grooming, communication, food prep and cognitive/emotional care.
Requirements
- English Language Requirement
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License recommended
- A Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check will be required upon acceptance into the course (own expense)
- Grade 12 diploma or equivalent Required (transcripts required upon acceptance)
- For more selection criteria, please visit rtsc.org/why-train-with-us
Areas of Study
- WHMIS/ First Aid and CPR/TLR Training/ Food Safe
- PART Training
- Employability Skills
- Functional Programming Skills
- Proactive and child centered behavioral management skills
- Organizational, academic, emotional, behavioral supports
- Strategies to interact with students of diverse needs
- De-escalation techniques
- Exceptional Needs Student Education
- Work Placement
Electrical – 10 WEEK COURSE
The Regina Trades & Skills Centre is putting on an entry-level skills course specific to becoming an entry-level Electrician. There is no tuition to attend our training, and we connect you to industry with a 2 week work placement at the end of the course. Awesome Employers are looking to hire our students and this is a perfect opportunity to start out in a high demand trade!
You will learn about hand and power tools, materials, and equipment. You will learn all skills needed to secure entry level employment in this industry.
Requirements
- MUST BE A CANADIAN CITIZEN OR A PERMANENT RESIDENT TO APPLY - SATCC requirements for apprenticeship
- Grade 12 Recommended (min requirements are Grade 11 Math and Grade 10 Science)
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License Required (Clean drivers abstract and SDR will be required at interview)
- Criminal Record Check may be required by Work Placement
- English Language Requirement
- Compliance to RTSC’s fit for duty policy
- For more selection criteria, please visit rtsc.org/why-train-with-us
Areas of Study
- Safety Construction Orientation Training (SCOT)
- Fall Protection, Aerial Work Platform Awareness
- Rights & Responsibilities
- Construction Site Safety
- Basic Theory
- Wiring Methods
- Basic Wiring Circuits
- Planning, Layout and Services
- Work Placement
Glazier - 7 Week Course
The Regina Trades & Skills Centre is putting on a course specific to becoming a Glazier. There is no tuition to attend our training, and we connect you to industry with a 2 week work placement at the end of the course. Awesome Employers are looking to hire our students and this is a perfect opportunity to start out in a high demand trade!
You will learn the residential and commercial glass installation skills needed to secure entry level employment in this industry.
Requirements
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
- Grade 12 Recommended (min requirements are Grade 10 Math and Grade 10 Science)
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License Recommended
- Criminal Record Check may be required by Work Placement
- English Language Requirement
- Compliance to RTSC’s fit for duty policy
- For more selection criteria, please visit rtsc.org/why-train-with-us
Areas of Study
- Safety Construction Orientation Training (SCOT)
- Fall Protection, Aerial Work Platform Awareness, Ladder|Scaffold
- Rights & Responsibilities
- Handling Glass | Carrying | Cutting
- Measuring - math, tape measure, level, square
- Hand and Power Tool
- Sealed unit installation
- Window and Door installation
- Work Placement
Instructional Assistant - 8 Week Course
Regina Trades & Skills Centre offers a Instructional Assistant course. The program will provide learners with the basic fundamental knowledge, practical skills and all certifications needed to gain employment as an EA in Elementary and High Schools within the Regina Catholic School Division. Graduates will have training in assisting classroom teachers to involve all students, including those with diverse and intensive needs, in classroom and school activities. Other training duties include personal care, grooming, communication, food prep and cognitive/emotional care.
Requirements
- A Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check will be required upon acceptance into the course (own expense)
- Willingness to work in a faith based environment
- Grade 12 diploma or equivalent (transcripts required upon acceptance)
- Information session is mandatory and selection is based on in-person interviews following the info session
- English Language Requirement
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License recommended
- No student visa/permit applications are allow
- For more selection criteria, please visit rtsc.org/why-train-with-us
Areas of Study
- WHMIS/ First Aid and CPR/TLR Training/ Food Safe
- PART Training
- Employability Skills
- Functional Programming Skills
- Proactive and child centered behavioral management skills
- Organizational, academic, emotional, behavioral supports
- Strategies to interact with students of diverse needs
- De-escalation techniques
- Exceptional Needs Student Education
- Work Placement
Painting – 7 Week Course
Regina Trades & Skills Centre offers a Painting course. The program will provide learners with the basic fundamental knowledge and practical skills needed to gain employment in the painting industry. This practical training will teach the basics from theory, preparation and repair. The training includes techniques, application and general painting. There is no tuition to attend our training, and we connect you to industry with a 2 week work placement at the end of the course. Awesome Employers are looking to hire our students and this is a perfect opportunity to start out in a high demand trade!
Requirements
- Grade 10 Recommended
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License recommended
- English Language Requirement
- Compliance to RTSC’s fit for duty policy
- For more selection criteria, please visit rtsc.org/why-train-with-us
Areas of Study
- Safety Construction Orientation Training (SCOT)
- Fall Protection
- Rights & Responsibilities
- WHMIS
- Construction Site Safety
- Surface Preparation
- Drywall Repair
- General Painting
- Manual Application Tools
- Basic Math & Drawing Interpretation
- Work Placement
Personal Support Assistant - 9 Week Course
Regina Trades & Skills Centre offers a Personal Support Worker course. The program will provide learners with the basic fundamental knowledge and practical skills needed to gain employment in a Seniors Care Facility. Graduates will have training in medication assistance, personal care and grooming, vital sign monitoring, communication, cooking and cleaning standards and understanding cognitive and emotional care.
You will learn communication, care and approach. The hands on training combined with the certifications you receive will qualify you for full time employment in private care facilities.
Requirements
- English Language Requirement
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License Recommended
- A Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check will be required upon acceptance into the course (own expense).
- For more selection criteria, please visit rtsc.org/why-train-with-us
Areas of Study
- WHMIS/ First Aid and CPR/TLR Training/ FoodSafe
- Personal Care Worker Two Day Certificate
- Employability Skills
- Cooking and Food Preparation Skills
- PART Training• Dementia Awareness
- Perineal Care
- Medication Module
- Catheter Care & Oxygen Therapy
- Work Placement
Plumbing - 10 Week Course
Regina Trades & Skills Centre is offering an introductory Plumbing course. The program will provide students with the basic fundamental knowledge, practical skills and all certifications needed to gain employment in the plumbing industry. Graduates will have training in plumbing tools, materials, fixtures, fittings, soldering, pipe threading and installation.
Requirements
- MUST BE A CANADIAN CITIZEN OR A PERMANENT RESIDENT TO APPLY - SATCC requirements for apprenticeship
- Grade 12 Recommended (min requirements are Grade 11 Math and Grade 11 Science)
- A Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check may be required by your work placement
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License required
- Compliance to RTSC’s fit for duty policy
- English Language Requirement (CLB Level 6 required for Apprenticeship)
- For more selection criteria, please visit rtsc.org/why-train-with-us
Areas of Study
- Safety Construction Orientation Training (SCOT)
- Fall Protection and Confined Spaces Certification
- Terminology
- Trade Math
- Plumbing Codes
- Water Supply Systems
- Plumbing Fixtures and Materials & Fittings
- Soldering
- Installation
- Pipe Threading
- Work Experience
Powerline Technician - 8 Week Course
Regina Trades & Skills Centre offers an entry level Powerline Technician course. The program will provide students with the basic fundamental knowledge and practical skills needed to gain employment in the Powerline industry. This industry and training requires a high level of physical fitness for the trade, including working at heights, comfort and agility.
You will learn about hand and power tools, materials, equipment, pole climbing, rigging and more. You will learn all skills needed to secure entry level employment in this industry.
Requirements
- MUST BE A CANADIAN CITIZEN OR A PERMANENT RESIDENT TO APPLY - SATCC requirements for apprenticeship
- Grade 12 Recommended (Apprenticeship requirements are Grade 11 Math and Grade 11 Science)
- A Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check may be required by your work placement
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License required
- Compliance to RTSC’s fit for duty policy (MUST PASS A PRE-ACCESS DRUG & ALCOHOL TEST)
- English Language Requirement
- For more selection criteria, please visit rtsc.org/why-train-with-us
Areas of Study
- Safety Construction Orientation Training (SCOT) & Construction Site Safety
- Rights & Responsibilities/WHMIS/Fall Protection
- Aerial Platform Awareness
- Introduction to Transmission & Distribution Systems
- Trades Mathematics/Hand & Power Tools
- Work Standards & Practices
- Electrical Theory
- Pole Climbing (Pole Testing for Safe Climbing)
- Rigging/Hoisting & Lifting
- Work Placement
Residential Roofing - 7 Week Course
The Regina Trades & Skills Centre is putting on an entry-level skills course specific to becoming an entry-level Residential Roofer. There is no tuition to attend our training, and we connect you to industry with a 2 week work placement at the end of the course. Awesome Employers are looking to hire our students and this is a perfect opportunity to start out in a high demand trade!
You will learn about hand and power tools, materials, architectural shingles, underlayment, sheeting, replacement, sealants, flashing and more. You will learn all skills needed to secure entry level employment in this industry.
Requirements
- Grade 10 Recommended
- A Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check may be required
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License recommended
- Compliance to RTSC’s fit for duty policy
- English Language Requirement
- For more selection criteria please visit rtsc.org/why-train-with-us
Areas of Study
- Safety Construction Orientation Training (SCOT)
- Rights & Responsibilities/ Fall Protection/ AWP Awareness
- Basic Hand Tools / Power Tools
- Installation of Architectural Shingles
- Underlayments
- Sheeting / Replacement
- Sealants / Weather guard
- Roof Ventilation/ Flashing
- Work Placement
General Construction - 8 Week Course
The Regina Trades & Skills Centre is putting on an entry-level skills course specific to working in the Construction Industry. There is no tuition to attend our training, and we connect you to industry with a 2 week work placement at the end of the course. Awesome Employers are looking to hire our students and this is a perfect opportunity to start out in a high demand trade!
You will learn proper use and care of hand and power tools, identification of materials, equipment, forming, basics of concrete, and more. You will learn all skills needed to secure entry level employment in this industry.
This is a labourer type position which can lead to entry level employment in all areas of the construction industry.
Requirements
- Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident Preferred (As per SATCC requirements)
- Grade 12 Recommended (Apprenticeship requirements are Grade 10 Math and Grade 10 Science)
- A Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check may be required by your work placement
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License required
- Compliance to RTSC’s fit for duty policy
- English Language Requirement
- For more selection criteria, please visit rtsc.org/why-train-with-us
Areas of Study
- Safety Construction Orientation Training (SCOT) & Construction Site Safety
- Rights & Responsibilities/WHMIS/Fall Protection
- Aerial Platform Awareness
- Physical Fitness & Endurance Component
- Proper Use and Care of Hand & Power Tools
- Construction Material Identification
- Framing and Concrete Forming
- Basic Trades Math
- Work Placement