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Are you a Recent High School Graduate?

Take the Next Step Toward Your Future

Explore resources, programs, and opportunities designed to help recent high school graduates launch a successful career in the skilled trades.

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Construction Hub

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Nova Scotia Construction Sector Council (NSCSC)

In the Hub, you can explore various trades in ICI construction, build your skills with a variety of free learning resources, and then connect with the industry to further understand your available options.

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Why BTAC?

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Building Trades Advancement College of Nova Scotia (BTAC)

Learn more about what the Building Trades Advancement College of Nova Scotia has to offer future students.

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Skilled Trades Courses

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Government of Nova Scotia

Skilled Trades courses provide students with an opportunity to experience a realistic trades workplace environment by combining academic learning with practical workplace skills.  Students taught by a certified journeyperson will be granted NSAA practical

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NSCC Institute of Skilled Trades

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Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC)

Learn about the new NSCC Institute of Skilled Trades (IST) and explore more than 30 pre-apprenticeship programs focused on the skilled trades Nova Scotia needs.

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Pre-apprenticeship Programs

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Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC)

NSCC offers 30+ programs to kickstart your apprenticeship. Register as an apprentice and transfer your credits.

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Apprenticeship — Getting Started

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Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency (NSAA)

Skilled tradespeople are at the forefront of Nova Scotia’s growing economy and with Apprenticeship, there are more than 70 exciting skilled trade careers to choose from.

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What is Apprenticeship?

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Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency (NSAA)

With apprenticeship, there are more than 70 exciting skilled trade careers to choose from. But what is apprenticeship?

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Building Trades Advancement College

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Building Trades Advancement College of Nova Scotia (BTAC)

Learn more about what the Building Trades Advancement College of Nova Scotia has to offer future students.

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Pre-apprenticeship Training and Direct Entry

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Building Trades Advancement College of Nova Scotia (BTAC)

Learn more about the pre-apprenticeship training and direct entry opportunities offered through the Building Trades Advancement College of Nova Scotia.

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BTAC Pre-Apprenticeship Training and Direct Entry Opportunities

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Building Trades Advancement College of Nova Scotia (BTAC)

Learn more about the pre-apprenticeship training and direct entry opportunities offered through the Building Trades Advancement College of Nova Scotia.

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Career Pathways

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Nova Scotia Construction Sector Council (NSCSC)

Career Pathways help you start your journey with personal analysis, research, and planning. Assess your strengths, explore career options, and create a roadmap to reach your goals.

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Have You Thought of Construction Video Series

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Nova Scotia Construction Sector Council (NSCSC)

The video series helps you better understand the ICI construction sector, including working in construction, how to get started, various options and opportunities, and much more.

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Bridging Community and Industry Program

Bridging Community and Industry Program

Nova Scotia Construction Sector Council (NSCSC)

Bridging Community and Industry (BCI) aims to create a clear pathway to employment by offering hands-on training and resources that meet industry demands. Participants receive essential skills training in under 20 weeks, creating opportunities for a

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Careers in Construction

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Nova Scotia Construction Sector Council (NSCSC)

This platform is designed to help explore career opportunities in the construction industry in Nova Scotia. It provides information about skill recognition and certification, employment opportunities, industry growth, and much more. It's a hub where you

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NSAA Financial Supports

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Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency (NSAA)

Financial support is available to help you along your journey.

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Nova Scotia Government Programs Connecting School to Career

Nova Scotia Government Programs Connecting School to Career

Government of Nova Scotia

Explore hands-on learning opportunities available through Nova Scotia schools, including co-op education, skilled trades, and community-based programs.

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Design Your Future: A Student's Guide to Careers

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Government of Nova Scotia

E-resource to support the delivery of Co-operative Education 10-12 courses. Class sets of print texts were also provided to schools.

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Nova Scotia Works Schools Liaisons (NSWSLs)

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Government of Nova Scotia

NSWSLs are connected to every public high school in the province offering support based on LMI and career attachment. Deliver Let's Talk Careers.

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