About Us
ABOUT US
Mission
Our mission is to provide equitable access to quality education and lifelong learning opportunities for Communities of Opportunity.
Vision
We envision a future where barriers to education and employment are eliminated, uniting people through the common goals of equality and opportunity.
Skills Council
Empowering communities with essential resources for job readiness an growth.
Partners & Collaborators
Partnering with leaders for accessible, lifelong learning and employment for all.
Skills Council Global
We are focused on global solutions that are executed at local levels.
Focus Areas
Empowering organizations with strategic, managerial, and skills tools.
Skills Council Foundation
Dedicated to empowering individuals and communities through education.
Blogs, Press Releases, Articles
View our library of content, news and thought leadership.
Skills Ecosystem
SKILLS ECOSYSTEM
Skills Council stands at the intersection of technology, education, and community, building global bridges that connects to a future where inclusive and quality education is not just a global goal, but a local reality.
Working at the forefront of the skills industry, we are always working on innovative solutions.
Skills Course Library
Transformative 4,000+ skills library, Job readiness and growth in all industries.
Skills Gap Assessment Library
Access 1,,500+ tests or customize for specific job and skills needs.
Skills Management Platform
Skills Council enhances and supports the backend needs for our partner's growth.
AI CareerGPS (Coming soon)
AI powered skills-to-employment customized career paths.
Career Exploration Library
Enhancing career inspiration and exploration with multimedia videos.
Skilled Trade Facilities
Skills Council bolsters Brampton's 17-trade facility for career advancement.
Programs
PROGRAMS
Skills development is an essential part of preparing for and securing employment. As the job market evolves and new technologies emerge, it is important for individuals to continually develop their skills and knowledge in order to remain competitive and meet the changing needs of employers. Skilled development is part and parcel to each of our programs.
Mentorship Engagement
Skills Council offers mentorship and learning support via a robust SMS.
Newcomer's Skilled Trade Pathways
Skills Council's programs train newcomers for diverse job roles efficiently.
Explore A Trade
Skills Council boosts skilled trades with practical training and essential resources.
Empowering Employment Agencies
Centralized platform: tailored resources for organizational excellence.
Skilled Trade Training
Skills Council provides pre-apprenticeship skill-building for the Skilled Trades.
Youth Connect
Empowering youth with the tools and skills resources for their futures.
Services
SERVICES
Our services model focuses on "Profit with Purpose", a business concept that integrates the pursuit of financial success with a commitment to positive social impact. Skills Council's approach understands that companies can generate profit while also addressing critical issues such as inequality and sustainability.
Corporate Training
Expansive services for diverse industry-focused training and skill enhancement.
Skilling, Reskilling, Upskilling
Comprehensive training and assessments to fulfill job market needs.
Empowering Not-For-Profits
Systems and support for not-for-profit skill development and management.
Learn On Demand
Instant access to diverse, efficient bundled learning resources.
Empowering Communities
Skills Council drives community growth via strategic partnerships.
Ecosystem Partners
PARTNERS
Our delivery approach involves implementing global solutions on a local level, empowering delivery partners across the world with a comprehensive suite of tools and resources to create impact. This strategy is designed to address the diverse and dynamic needs of a global workforce, fostering skill development and job readiness across various industries and communities.
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Employment Agencies
Empowering agencies with tools for skill development and job readiness.
Educators
Skills Council enhances academic programs with practical skills.
Training Companies
Supporting trainers with access to more training resources, tools, and support.
Small, Medium Employers
Skills Council equips employers with tools for team skill enhancement and growth.
Community Centers
Providing accessible skills resources, empowering community-based learning.
Associations
Supporting members, industry standards, and professional growth.
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Discover Skilled Trades
Explore the trades that are available by filtering by industry and then click on the trade of interest to learn more
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Construction
Industrial
Motive Power
Service
Terrazzo, Tile and Marble Setter
Construction
about 3 years
Minimum grade:
10
10
Steamfitter
Construction
5 years
Minimum grade:
10
10
Sprinkler and Fire Protection Installer
Construction
about 4 years
Minimum grade:
10
10
Sheet Metal Worker
Construction
5 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Roofer
Construction
2-3 years
Minimum grade:
10
10
Restoration Mason
Construction
about 3 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Residential Air Conditioning Systems Mechanic
Construction
2-3 years
Minimum grade:
10
10
Residential (Low Rise) Sheet Metal Installer
Construction
2-3 years
Minimum grade:
10
10
Reinforcing Rodworker
Construction
about 2 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Systems Mechanic
Construction
4-5 years
Minimum grade:
10
10
Refractory Mason
Construction
2 years
Minimum grade:
10
10
Precast Concrete Finisher
Construction
2-3 years
Minimum grade:
10
10
Precast Concrete Erector
Construction
3 years
Minimum grade:
10
10
Powerline Technician
Construction
4 years
Minimum grade:
10
10
Plumber
Construction
5 years
Minimum grade:
10
10
Painter and Decorator - Industrial
Construction
about 3 years
Minimum grade:
10
10
Painter and Decorator - Commercial and Residential
Construction
about 3 years
Minimum grade:
10
10
Native Residential Construction Worker
Construction
about 2 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Ironworker - Structural and Ornamental
Construction
about 3 years
Minimum grade:
10
10
Ironworker - Generalist
Construction
about 4 years
Minimum grade:
10
10
Hoisting Engineer - Tower Crane Operator
Construction
about 2 years
Minimum grade:
10
10
Hoisting Engineer - Mobile Crane Operator 2
Construction
1 year
Minimum grade:
10
10
Hoisting Engineer - Mobile Crane Operator 1
Construction
about 3 years
Minimum grade:
10
10
Heavy Equipment Operator - Tractor Loader Backhoe
Construction
about 1 year
Minimum grade:
12
12
Heavy Equipment Operator - Excavator
Construction
about 1 year
Minimum grade:
12
12
Heavy Equipment Operator - Dozer
Construction
about 1 year
Minimum grade:
12
12
Heat and Frost Insulator
Construction
3-4 years
Minimum grade:
10
10
Hazardous Materials Worker
Construction
1-2 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
General Carpenter
Construction
3-4 years
Minimum grade:
10
10
Floor Covering Installer
Construction
about 3 years
Minimum grade:
10
10
Exterior Insulated Finish Systems Mechanic
Construction
2-3 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Electrician - Domestic and Rural
Construction
3-4 years
Minimum grade:
10
10
Electrician - Construction and Maintenance
Construction
5 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Drywall, Acoustic and Lathing Applicator
Construction
about 3 years
Minimum grade:
10
10
Drywall Finisher and Plasterer
Construction
about 3 years
Minimum grade:
8
8
Construction Millwright
Construction
about 4 years
Minimum grade:
10
10
Construction Craft Worker
Construction
1-2 years
Minimum grade:
10
10
Construction Boilermaker
Construction
3-4 years
Minimum grade:
10
10
Concrete Pump Operator
Construction
1-2 years
Minimum grade:
10
10
Cement (Concrete) Finisher
Construction
about 2 years
Minimum grade:
10
10
Brick and Stone Mason
Construction
abou 3 years
Minimum grade:
8
8
Architectural Glass and Metal Technician
Construction
about 4 years
Minimum grade:
10
10
Industrial Sector
Welder
about 3 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Industrial Sector
Water Well Driller
2-3 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Industrial Sector
Tractor-Trailer Commercial Driver
about 1 year
Minimum grade:
10
10
Industrial Sector
Tool/Tooling Maker
about 4 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Industrial Sector
Tool and Gauge Inspector
about 2 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Industrial Sector
Tool and Die Maker
about 4 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Industrial Sector
Tool and Cutter Grinder
about 2 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Industrial Sector
Thin Film Technician
about 4 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Industrial Sector
Surface Mount Assembler
about 2 tears
Minimum grade:
12
12
Industrial Sector
Surface Blaster
about 2 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Industrial Sector
Saw Filer/Fitter
4 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Industrial Sector
Relay and Instrumentation Technician
3-4 years
Minimum grade:
10
10
Industrial Sector
Railway Car Technician
3.5-4 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Industrial Sector
Process Operator - Wood Products
4-5 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Industrial Sector
Process Operator - Refinery, Chemical and Liquid Processes
4-5 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Industrial Sector
Process Operator - Power
4-5 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Industrial Sector
Process Operator - Food Manufacturing
2-4 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Industrial Sector
Pressure Systems Welder
about 3 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Industrial Sector
Pattern Maker
about 4 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Industrial Sector
Packaging Machine Mechanic
3-4 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Industrial Sector
Optics Technician (Lens and Prism Maker)
about 4 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Industrial Sector
Mould or Die Finisher
about 2 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Industrial Sector
Mould Maker
about 4 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Industrial Sector
Mould Designer
2 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Industrial Sector
Metal Fabricator (Fitter)
4 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Industrial Sector
Machine Tool Builder and Integrator
4-5 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Industrial Sector
Locksmith
2.5-4 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Industrial Sector
Light Rail Overhead Contact Systems Linesperson
3-4 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Industrial Sector
Instrumentation and Control Technician
4-5 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Industrial Sector
Industrial Mechanic Millwright
about 4 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Industrial Sector
Industrial Electrician
4-5 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Industrial Sector
Hydraulic/Pneumatic Mechanic
3-4 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Industrial Sector
General Machinist
3-4 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Industrial Sector
Facilities Technician
about 4 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Industrial Sector
Facilities Mechanic
about 3 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Industrial Sector
Entertainment Industry Power Technician
2-3 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Industrial Sector
Elevating Devices Mechanic
About 4 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Industrial Sector
Electrician (Signal Maintenance)
N/A
Minimum grade:
12
12
Industrial Sector
Electric Motor System Technician
3-4 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Industrial Sector
Draftsperson - Plastic Mould Design
3-4 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Industrial Sector
Draftsperson - Mechanical
3-4 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Industrial Sector
Draftsperson Tool and Die Design
3-4 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Industrial Sector
Die Designer
2 years
Minimum grade:
Industrial Sector
Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Programmer
2 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Industrial Sector
Cabinetmaker
about 4 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Industrial Sector
Blacksmith
3-4 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Industrial Sector
Bearings Mechanic
3-4 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Motive Power Sector
Turf Equipment Technician
2-3 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Motive Power Sector
Truck-Trailer Service Technician
2-3 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Motive Power Sector
Truck and Coach Technician
3-4 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Motive Power Sector
Transmission Technician
about 3 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Motive Power Sector
Small Engine Technician
2-3 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Motive Power Sector
Recreation Vehicle Technician
3-4 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Motive Power Sector
Powered Lift Truck Technician
2-3 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Motive Power Sector
Motorcycle Technician
about 2.5 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Motive Power Sector
Motive Power Machinist
3 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Motive Power Sector
Marine Engine Technician
3 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Motive Power Sector
Heavy Duty Equipment Technician
4-5 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Motive Power Sector
Fuel and Electrical Systems Technician
about 6 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Motive Power Sector
Automotive Service Technician
3.5 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Motive Power Sector
Automotive Painter
about 2 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Motive Power Sector
Automotive Glass Technician
2 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Motive Power Sector
Automotive Electronic Accessory Technician
about 4 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Motive Power Sector
Auto Body Repairer
3 years
Minimum grade:
10
10
Motive Power Sector
Auto Body and Collision Damage Repairer
3-4 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Motive Power Sector
Alignment and Brakes Technician
2-3 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Motive Power Sector
Agricultural Equipment Technician
About 4.5 Yrs
Minimum grade:
12
12
Services Sector
Utility Arborist
3-4 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Services Sector
Special Events Coordinator
2-3 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Services Sector
Saddlery
about 3 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Services Sector
Retail Meat Cutter
about 2 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Services Sector
Parts Technician
about 2 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Services Sector
Network Cabling Specialist
about 3 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Services Sector
Native Clothing and Crafts Artisan
about 2 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Services Sector
Micro Electronics Manufacturer
2 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Services Sector
Institutional Cook
about 3 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Services Sector
Information Technology - Network Technician
3-4 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Services Sector
Information Technology - Hardware Technician
3-4 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Services Sector
Information Technology - Contact Centre Technical Support Agent
1-2 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Services Sector
Information Technology - Contact Centre Sales Agent
1-2 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Services Sector
Information Technology - Contact Centre Customer Service Agent
1-2 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Services Sector
Horticultural Technician
2-3 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Services Sector
Horse Harness Maker
3-4 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Services Sector
Horse Groom
about 2 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Services Sector
Hairstylist
about 2 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Services Sector
Gemsetter/Goldsmith
3-4 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Services Sector
Electronic Service Technician
About 4 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Services Sector
Educational Assistant
2 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Services Sector
Developmental Services Worker
2-3 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Services Sector
Cook
about 3 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Services Sector
Child Development Practitioner
2-3 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Services Sector
Child and Youth Worker
3-4 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Services Sector
Chef
1-2 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Services Sector
Baker-Patissier
2-4 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Services Sector
Baker
2-3 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Services Sector
Assistant Cook
about 1 year
Minimum grade:
10
10
Services Sector
Arborist
3-4 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Services Sector
Appliance Service Technician
4-5 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Services Sector
Agricultural - Swine Herdsperson
2-3 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Services Sector
Agricultural - Fruit Grower
2-3 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Services Sector
Agricultural - Dairy Herdsperson
2-3 years
Minimum grade:
12
12
Services Sector
Aboriginal Child Development Practitioner
3-4 years
Minimum grade:
12
12