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May 01, 2024
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2023-2024 Academic Calendar
Building Maintenance Certificate
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The Building Maintenance program provides students with theoretical and practical skills in building maintenance and repairs. There are three levels that make up this certificate. Students learn to perform minor carpentry, drywall, electrical, flooring, painting, plumbing, refrigeration and ventilation, and roofing repairs, maintenance, inspections, testing and problem-identification.
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Career Prospects
Opportunities exist and are anticipated to increase in the local and regional district for industry camp maintenance and residential rental property maintenance which will require Building Maintenance Workers.
Intakes
No intakes are scheduled at this time.
Length
720 hours; approximately 24 weeks long.
Estimated Program Fees
Program fee type: Trades/Apprenticeship
Costs indicated are estimates for a full-time course load.
Book, instruments, supplies, uniforms/clothing and third-party fees are additional.
Domestic Fees
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Tuition |
Student Fees |
Instruction-related
Fees (includes GST) |
Total |
| Year 1 |
$ 2,462.40 |
$ 149.76 |
$ 515.96 |
$ 3,128.12 |
International Fees
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Tuition |
Student Fees |
Instruction-related
Fees (includes GST) |
International
Medical Insurance |
Total |
| Year 1 |
$ 8,848.80 |
$ 149.76 |
$ 515.96 |
$ 828.00 |
$ 10,342.52 |
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Admission Requirements
Complete either A, B, or C:
A. Completion of Grade 10:
Must include all of:
- English 10
- Math 10 (Pre-Calculus, or Applications, or Principles, or Apprenticeship and Workplace Math)
B. Upgrading
All of:
And one of:
C. Placement Testing
Complete the Canadian Adult Achievement Test (CAAT):
- Reading Comprehension: 11.0 grade equivalent or higher
- Number Operations: 11.0 grade equivalent or higher
- Problem Solving: 11.0 grade equivalent or higher
- Mechanical Reasoning: 51/70 (6th Stanine) or higher
Post-Admission Requirements
The following safety certification must be completed prior to the first day of classes:
- Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)
- WorkSafeBC Occupational First Aid - Level 1
- Fall Protection
- Aerial Manlift
- Confined Spaces
All five certifications must be valid throughout the program. Failure to provide proof of completion of these courses may result in immediate dismissal from the program.
Important Notes
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The program is not eligible for Canada Student Loans.
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Students must provide personal tools.
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The program is affiliated with West Moberly First Nations and Saulteau First Nations.
Program Requirements
| Residency Requirement |
100% of each level must be completed at Northern Lights College or by approval of the Dean |
| Minimum Grade Requirements |
70% minimum in all courses |
Credential
Certificate in Building Maintenance
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