Skilled Motive Power Trades Training at the
TR Leger Apprenticeship Centre at Kemptville Campus
Interested in becoming a Truck and Coach Technician (310T), Agricultural Equipment Technician (425A) or a Heavy Equipment Technician (421A) Or perhaps are you interested in working in these industries in a customer service role. If so, we have training programs that you need!
Build your skills and prepare for future work in the Motive Power Trades, right here in Eastern Ontario.
Gateway to the Motive Power Trades - 2 week Micro-credential Program
Adult learners who are looking to explore employment in the Motive Power Trades (Truck and Coach Technician (310T), Heavy Equipment Technician (421A) and Agricultural Equipment Technician (425A) can enroll in an 2 week micro-credential program.
Participants will increase their knowledge and skills in preparation for long-term employment in these sectors, with a combination of 2 weeks of in-class instruction.
Students will learn introductory skills in electrical, hydraulics and precision measuring, with computer and soft skills training that will complement careers in the motive power trades industry (service shops, automotive electrical, heavy equipment maintenance, etc.)
Learn more: Gateway to the Motive Power Trades - 2 week Program
Gateway to the Motive Power Trades Hybrid -Hybrid Level 1 Program
This course is geared to individuals already registered as apprentices and are looking to complete their Level 1 Commercial Vehicle and Equipment Apprenticeship certification, or those looking to establish themselves in the Motive Power Trades (Truck and Coach Technician (310T), Heavy Equipment Technician (421A) and Agricultural Equipment Technician (425A))
This hybrid course allows participants to complete theory lessons online on your own time from Monday to Thursday. Students attend in-person classes on Fridays and every other Thursday at the TR Leger Apprenticeship Centre at Kemptville Campus.
Learn more: Gateway to the Motive Power Trades- Hybrid Level 1 Program
Gateway to the Motive Power Trades – Continuing Education Micro-Credentials Program
This program provides learners a unique opportunity to gain specific upskills training or full Level 1 Commercial Vehicle and Equipment in-class certification. Learners can choose to take individual subject modules of the Level 1 program as upskills training, or if they successfully complete all seven subjects and the exit exam while maintaining a 70% average in each subject, they can achieve their Level 1 certification in Truck and Coach (310T), Heavy Equipment Technician (421A) and Agricultural Equipment Technician (425A). Our Continuing Education Program mirrors our Level 1 curriculum in a module-based format. Class sessions are Wednesdays and Thursdays from 6:00 p.m.- 8:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
Contact us: 1-877-875-3437 ext. 3 or share your contact details with us and we’ll contact you directly.
Commercial Vehicle and Equipment Pre-Apprenticeship Program - Adult
This program is aimed at adults with some knowledge and experience in the Motive Power Trades who are looking for apprenticeship training in Truck and Coach Technician (310T) Agricultural Equipment Technician(425A) or Heavy Equipment Technician(421A). Individuals looking for second career opportunities can also enroll in this pre-apprenticeship program.
This program allows individuals to “try a trade” by providing the Level 1 Commercial Vehicle and Equipment Apprenticeship (CVEA) in-class training (a total of 10-weeks) and 4 weeks of work placement in each of the three Motive Power Trades (a total of 12-weeks placement).
Learn more: Commercial Vehicle and Equipment Pre-Apprenticeship Program - Adult
Level 1 Commercial Vehicle and Equipment Apprenticeship Training for Adults
These tuition-based programs provide adults already working as registered apprentices and those wishing to register to obtain Level 1 Commercial Vehicle and Equipment Apprenticeship (CVEA) certification for Truck and Coach Technician(310T), Heavy Duty Equipment Technician(421A) or Agricultural Equipment Technician(425A).
Learn more: Level 1 Commercial Vehicle and Equipment Apprenticeship training opportunities for Adults
Level 1 Commercial Vehicle and Equipment Apprenticeship Training through the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP)
This program is for secondary school students who enjoy working with large vehicles and want to get more hands-on experience while fulfilling initial in-class requirements for the Level 1 Commercial Vehicle and Equipment Apprenticeship (CVEA) certification for Truck and Coach Technician (310T), Heavy Duty Equipment Technician (421A) or Agricultural Equipment Technician (425A).
These programs are for:
- Secondary school students who have earned 16 credits or more, and who have successfully completed a co-op placement in one of the three Motive Power Trades (Truck and Coach Technician (310T), Agricultural Equipment Technician (425A) or Heavy Equipment Technician (421A)
- Individuals 20 years of age or younger who have earned their OSSD
Learn more: Speak to your guidance teacher or co-op teacher at your school to learn more about the CVEA/OYAP Level 1 Commercial Vehicle and Equipment Apprenticeship Training.