In Humber’s Plumbing Techniques Apprenticeship program, students attend three levels of theoretical and practical (shop) training which includes, but is not limited to, instruction in workplace safety; pipe and fitting materials; pipe supports and hangers; tools and piping methods; plumbing fixtures; appliances and equipment; properties of water and heat transfer; trade calculations, construction drawings and job specifications; codes, regulations and standards; drainage, venting and waste piping systems; testing or water supply; and drainage, sewage disposal and water distribution systems.

Apprenticeships are not available to international applicants.

Courses

Admission Requirements

Admission selection is based on the following requirements:

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  Academic

  This apprenticeship is regulated by the Ontario College of Trades. You and your employer are required to register through your local Apprenticeship Branch Office of the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD).

  You will be scheduled for the in-school portion of training by MLITSD. Apprentices who have been scheduled for the in-school training will be sent an Offer of Classroom Training letter from the MLITSD. For more information, visit ontario.ca/page/start-apprenticeship.

  Required Preparation

  • Grade 10

  Contact:
  
  MLITSD – Apprenticeship Branch
  400 University Ave #14
  Toronto, ON M7A 1T7 
  1-800-736-7332

  Mature Applicants

  Diplomas and Certificates

  An applicant is considered a mature applicant if they have not completed secondary school or other postsecondary school, and will be 19 or older as of the first day of classes. Humber will invite you for testing to demonstrate that you meet all listed course requirements.

  Degrees

  An applicant is considered a mature applicant if they have not completed secondary school or attended postsecondary studies, and will be 21 or older as of the first day of classes. Mature applicants for degree programs will be required to meet course requirements at the U/M level or equivalent.

  College Transfer Applicants

  Diplomas and Certificates

  An applicant is considered a college transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a college-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or college courses and grades to determine program eligibility.

  Degrees

  An applicant is considered a college transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a college-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or college courses and grades to determine program eligibility. Applicants must have an overall minimum grade point average (GPA) of 65 per cent in the program. Applicants are required to disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary level.

  University Transfer Applicants

  Diplomas and Certificates

  An applicant is considered a university transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a university-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or university courses and grades to determine program eligibility.

  Degrees

  An applicant is considered a university transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a university-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or university courses and grades to determine program eligibility. Applicants are required to disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary level.

How to Become an Apprentice

Visit www.ontario.ca/page/start-apprenticeship for instructions.

Equipment & Device Requirements

Additional Costs

$50 - Lab Fee applied to Levels 1, 2 and 3; $50 - C of Q Prep Fee applied to Level 3. There may also be additional fees for personal protective equipment (PPE) and equipment that is required and utilized within the lab.

Pathways

Humber offers a number of transfer options and pathway opportunities. Visit humber.ca/transferoptions or refer to the program page.

Contact Information

Ron Dotzko, program co-ordinator
Faculty of Applied Sciences & Technology
416.675.6622 ext. 78026
ron.dotzko@humber.ca

Admissions Questions

Domestic Students

416-675-5000
enquiry@humber.ca

Every attempt is made to ensure that information contained on this website is current and accurate. Humber reserves the right to correct any error or omission, modify or cancel any course, program, fee, timetable or campus location at any time without prior notice or liability to users or any other Person.

Select information only is included in this printable PDF. For complete program details, refer to humber.ca/programs.