Trades and Transitions Programs
Program applications are available online, on the TNT website . To register for a program, find the application form the program page, and speak to Mrs. Fennell at Barriere Secondary.
Questions? email TNT at tnt@sd73.bc.ca or call/talk to Mrs. Fennell at the school.
Here are the available programs:
Digital Arts and Technology Academy
D.A.T.A. Program - Semester 1 at Sa-Hali Secondary; grade 11 or 12; apply in your grade 10 or 11 year; $350
Immerse yourselves in the exciting field of software design with the Digital Arts and Technology Program. This program will provide students with an opportunity to develop coding skills, work with software platforms and experience the digital design process in the context of creating their own video game. Students will also acquire the knowledge and skills to pursue future training and opportunities within the software industry.
Youth Train In Trades - Hairstylist Program
2 semesters at NorKam Senior Secondary; apply in your grade 9 to 11 year; $1260
This program offers students an opportunity to jumpstart their career as a stylist by completing their Industry Training Authority recognized Hairstyling Certification while also earning 40 credits of high school elective credit towards graduation. Instruction takes place at LaBella Saints, a full-service instructional salon at NorKam Senior Secondary, under the tutelage of a Red Seal stylist with a BC education certification. ** This program begins in semester 2 (February) and ends at the end of semester 1 (January) of the following year. Students typically attend in the second half of their grade 11 and first half of their grade 12 year.
NorKam Trades and Technology Centre
1 semester; grades 10, 11, 12; apply in your grade 10 or 11 year
The Trades Sampler programs are designed to offer students a hands-on opportunity to develop skills and knowledge in a cluster of four related trades. Students enrolled in the full semester program will earn 16 high school credits and are eligible to apply for 12 credits towards a Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of General Studies degree. The following programs are offered:
Construction Sampler
- Carpentry
- Electrical
- Plumbing
- Construction Craft Worker
Industrial Sampler
- Industrial Mechanic (Millwright)
- Steamfitter / Pipefitter o Sheet Metal Worker
- Instrumentation Mechanic (to be delivered at TRU)
Mechanical Sampler
- Automotive Service Technician
- Heavy Duty Equipment Technician
- Motorcycle Technician
Youth Work In Trade Program
Grades 10, 11, 12 Allows students who are working in a job associated with a trade to receive high school course credits, build hours towards a recognized apprenticeship, and possibly earn a $1000 award. You do not need to be taking a Trades program in school to qualify. Students should contact their school’s TNT Coordinator.
Youth Train In Trades Programs
1 TRU semester [could be 1 or 2 high school semesters]; grade 12; apply in your grade 10 or 11 year. Students receive dual credit for high school and trades training at TRU. The following programs are offered:
- Automotive Service Technician Foundation
- Carpentry – Level 1 & 2
- Electrical, Construction Foundation
- Heavy Mechanical Foundation
- Horticulture
- Industrial Instrument Mechanic
- Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) Machinist
- Meat Cutter / Retail Meat Processing Foundation
- Piping Foundation
- Professional Cook Level 1
- Welding Level C
- Refrigeration
The District will pay the tuition portion of the program fee. Ancillary fees will apply.
TRU Start Courses
1 evening course per semester; grade 12; apply in your grade 10 or 11 year
Students have the opportunity to get a “head start” on university by taking a first-year university course in evening classes during either the fall or winter semester, or both, while attending their regular high school courses during the day. Upon completion, students can choose to have their university course placed on their high school transcript for credit. Typical TRU Start courses include:
- Introduction to University Writing
- Introduction to Fiction
- Economics
- Calculus
- Psychology
- Sociology
Students are responsible for all fees, Thompson Rivers University will assist families in applying for a part time Federal Grant, which will reimburse all associated costs.
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