Construction Craft Worker Foundations Program (A106)
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Domestic StudentsProgram Description
Program Overview
This unique program provides people who have a history of addiction and/or mental health challenges with the opportunity to receive training and employment in the construction industry. The Construction Craft Worker Foundations program is designed for students who see work as part of their recovery process. The goal of this program is to help people with barriers to training and employment take the first steps toward a job in Toronto’s construction industry.
Full Description
Augmented Education is a training and employment support model developed by George Brown College and the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH). The Construction Craft Worker Foundations program is one of two Augmented Education programs currently offered at George Brown College.
The goal of the program is to help people with a history of mental illness and/or addiction take the first steps toward a job in Toronto’s construction industry. There are no fees for this program.
This innovative program includes classroom and construction lab instruction, 160 hours of work placement and workshops.
Class and construction lab time is approximately 30 to 35 hours per week, with support and tutoring available from program coaches.
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Courses
Required Courses
| Code | Course name |
|---|---|
| BLDG1058 | Plans, Specifications and Calculations |
| BLDG1059 | Construction Site Safety, Tools and Equipment |
| BLDG1060 | Concrete Work, Scaffolding and Hoisting |
| BLDG1061 | Construction Site Works |
| BLDG1062 | Industry Practicum |
| COUN1033 | Field Integration |
| FAID1003 | Standard First Aid |
| MATH1100 | Foundation Math for Building Technologies |
| MATH1109 | Mathematics for Building Technologies |
| WELD1005 | Metal Cutting |
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Select, use and operate safely the tools and equipment used by construction craft workers and carpenters, masons, bricklayers and other construction-related trades.
- Select and apply appropriate material types for use in new residential/commercial construction and renovation.
- Interpret and apply relevant information in the Ontario Building Code and Occupational Health and Safety Act regulations for Construction Projects (CSAO) as they relate to construction craft worker duties and the construction industry in general.
- Identify unsafe conditions and take appropriate action on a job site.
- Interpret and visualize a finished project from an orthographical projected drawing.
- Apply construction processes to residential/commercial construction and common types of renovations.
- Solve construction-related problems using appropriate techniques in a variety of construction situations.
- Select, use and operate appropriate welding equipment (and gas) in order to exhibit proper metal-cutting techniques and procedures.
- Apply basic emergency scene management and administer basic first aid needs on job work site.
Tuition & Fees
Domestic Tuition
Financial Assistance
This program is not eligible for OSAP funding.
Disclaimer: The information contained in this website is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College fee requirements.
Admission Requirements
Applicants are selected on the basis of:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent
- mental health and/or addictions history
- mature student status (19 years of age or older)
Intake process involves all of the following:
- application completion
- academic assessment
- skills assessment
- interview
Course Exemptions
Due to the nature of this employment-focused program, it is only offered in block format and, as such, cannot accommodate course exemptions. Please visit our transfer guide for more information.
How to Apply
Download the application package or call the Augmented Education office at 416-415-5000, ext. 6790 or email a request to auged@georgebrown.ca.
Pour des services en français, veuillez communiquer avec nous au 416-415-5000, poste 3111 ou par courriel à frenchserviceinfo@georgebrown.ca.
Contact Us
For more information or to receive an application package, contact the Augmented Education program office at 416-415-5000, ext. 6790, or send an email request to auged@georgebrown.ca.
Pour des services en français, veuillez communiquer avec nous au 416-415-5000, poste 3111 ou par courriel à frenchserviceinfo@georgebrown.ca.
For more information about George Brown College, call the Contact Centre at 416-415-2000 (TTY 1-877-515-5559) or long distance 1-800-265-2002.
Visit Our Campus
Thinking about attending George Brown? The Construction Craft Worker Foundations program is taught mainly at our Casa Loma Campus at 160 Kendal Ave., Toronto, Ontario.
Information sessions for the Construction Craft Worker Foundations program are held regularly. Sign up!
Book an online campus tour to see the common areas of the campus (i.e., cafeteria, student services, the gym, etc.). Choose "Work and College Preparation" as your area of interest.
You can also explore our virtual tour.
Construction Craft Worker Foundations Program (A106)
Apply Now:
Domestic StudentsProgram Description
Program Overview
This unique program provides people who have a history of addiction and/or mental health issues with the opportunity to receive training and employment in the construction industry. The Construction Craft Worker Foundations program is designed for students who see work as part of their recovery process. The goal of this program is to help people with barriers to training and employment take the first steps toward a job in Toronto’s construction industry.
Full Description
Augmented Education is a training and employment support model developed by George Brown College and the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH). The Construction Craft Worker Foundations program is one of two Augmented Education programs currently offered at George Brown College.
The goal of the program is to help people with a history of mental illness and/or addiction take the first steps toward a job in Toronto’s construction industry. There are no fees for this program.
This innovative program includes classroom and construction lab instruction, 160 hours of work placement and workshops.
Class and construction lab time is approximately 30 to 35 hours per week, with support and tutoring available from program coaches.
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Your Career
Successful participants will be qualified for entry-level construction industry jobs such as:
- Construction Labourer
- Carpentry Helper
- Masonry Helper
- Cement Finishing Helper
- Demolition Worker
Participants 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.
Courses
Required Courses
| Code | Course name |
|---|---|
| BLDG1058 | Plans, Specifications and Calculations |
| BLDG1059 | Construction Site Safety, Tools and Equipment |
| BLDG1060 | Concrete Work, Scaffolding and Hoisting |
| BLDG1061 | Construction Site Works |
| BLDG1062 | Industry Practicum |
| COUN1033 | Field Integration |
| FAID1003 | Standard First Aid |
| MATH1100 | Foundation Math for Building Technologies |
| MATH1109 | Mathematics for Building Technologies |
| WELD1005 | Metal Cutting |
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Select, use and operate safely the tools and equipment used by construction craft workers and carpenters, masons, bricklayers and other construction-related trades.
- Select and apply appropriate material types for use in new residential/commercial construction and renovation.
- Interpret and apply relevant information in the Ontario Building Code and Occupational Health and Safety Act regulations for Construction Projects (CSAO) as they relate to construction craft worker duties and the construction industry in general.
- Identify unsafe conditions and take appropriate action on a job site.
- Interpret and visualize a finished project from an orthographical projected drawing.
- Apply construction processes to residential/commercial construction and common types of renovations.
- Solve construction-related problems using appropriate techniques in a variety of construction situations.
- Select, use and operate appropriate welding equipment (and gas) in order to exhibit proper metal-cutting techniques and procedures.
- Apply basic emergency scene management and administer basic first aid needs on job work site.
Tuition & Fees
Domestic Tuition
Financial Assistance
This program is not eligible for OSAP funding.
Disclaimer: The information contained in this website is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College fee requirements.
Admission Requirements
Applicants are selected on the basis of:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent
- mental health and/or addictions history
- mature student status (19 years of age or older)
Intake process involves all of the following:
- application completion
- academic assessment
- skills assessment
- interview
Course Exemptions
Due to the nature of this employment-focused program, it is only offered in block format and as such cannot accommodate course exemptions. Please visit our transfer guide for more information.
How to Apply
Download the application package or call the Augmented Education office at 416-415-5000, ext. 6790 or email a request to auged@georgebrown.ca.
Pour des services en français, veuillez communiquer avec nous au 416-415-5000, poste 3111 ou par courriel à frenchserviceinfo@georgebrown.ca
Contact Us
For more information or to receive an application package, contact the Augmented Education program office at 416-415-5000, ext. 6790, or send an email request to auged@georgebrown.ca.
Pour des services en français, veuillez communiquer avec nous au 416-415-5000, poste 3111 ou par courriel à frenchserviceinfo@georgebrown.ca.
For more information about George Brown College, call the Contact Centre at 416-415-2000 (TTY 1-877-515-5559) or long distance 1-800-265-2002.
Visit Our Campus
Thinking about attending George Brown? The Construction Craft Worker Foundations program is taught mainly at our Casa Loma Campus at 160 Kendal Ave., Toronto, Ontario.
Information sessions for the Construction Craft Worker Foundations program are held regularly. Sign up!
Book an online campus tour to see the common areas of the campus (i.e. cafeteria, student services, the gym, etc.). Choose "Work and College Preparation" as your area of interest.
You can also explore our virtual tour.
