EAST COAST TRADES COLLEGE INC.
Where Education & Industry Come Together
East Coast Trades College:
is pleased to currently offer
32 Week Pre-employment (TRADES) Programs, with up to 27 weeks, 3 days per week of Real Life Hands On-Experience
Right Out In Industry!
Personal Support Worker 16 weeks in class, next 24 weeks 2 days class, 3 days Real life hands-on experience.
Human Services Counsellor 19 weeks in class, next 25 weeks 2 days class, 3 days Real life hands-on experience.
*Please note all information listed below is subject to change
We now offer a 40 Week Personal Support Worker Program! Apply Today!
We now offer a 44 Week Human Services Counselor Program
Seats still available in many programs.
Fall (September 2026-2027) start date for all programs
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Machinist Pre-employment
- Safety
- Hoisting, Lifting & Rigging
- Basic Drawing
- Precision Measurement I
- Hand & Power Tools
- Hand Threading
- Basic Layout
- Fluids and Coolants
- Drills and Drill Presses
- Introduction to Grinding Machines
- Introduction to Conventional Lathes
- Basic Conventional Lathe Operation
- Conventional Lathe Drilling, Boring, Reaming, Tapping and Die Threading
- Introduction to Milling Machines
Personal Support Worker
40 Week Program
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Ethical and Legal Framework in Healthcare
- Body Mechanic
- Introduction to Gerontology and Geriatrics
- Nutrition
- Mental Health and Psychiatry
- Communication
- Palliative Care
- Health Care in Canada
- Pathophysiology
- Overall Development of Adolescent and Adults
- Observation Methods
- Intervention with Families
- Recovery-based Care
- General Psychology
- Learning Disabilities
- Deficiencies and Different Approaches
- Care Procedures I-Theoretical Concepts
- Care Procedures I - Laboratory
- Care Procedures II - Theoretical Concepts
- Introduction to Community Care
- Addiction Disorders
- Introduction to Health and Community Services
- Introduction to Intervention for People with Special Needs
- Rehabilitative Care
- Clinical Practicums
Agriculture Equipment Technician Pre-employement
- Safety
- Tools & Equipment
- Hoisting & Lifting
- Communication & Documentation
- Preventative Maintenance
- Start, Move & Park Vehicle
- Fasteners, Tubings, Hoses & Fittings
- Lubrication & Fluids Servicing
- Gaskets, seals & sealing components
- Bearings
- Metallurgy
- Cutting & Heating
- MIG Welding
- Tires, Rims & Wheels
- Engine Principles
- Cooling Systems
- Engine Lubrication Systems
- Electrical & Electronic Principles
- Batteries
- Conventional Light Circuits
- Wiring Harnesses & Accessories
- Introduction to Hydraulics
- Hydraulic Fittings, Piping, Tubing & Hoses
- Reservoirs, Coolers & Filters
- Vehicle Hydraulic Brake Systems
- Basic Air Brake Systems
- Ozone Depletion Substances
Automotive Service Technician Pre-employment
- Safety
- Tools & Equipment
- Fasteners, Tubing, Hoses & Fittings
- Hoisting & Lifting
- Communication
- Technical Information
- Tires, Wheels, Hubs & Wheel Bearings
- Oxy-Acetylene Welding (OAW) & Cutting
- Gas Metal Arc Welding (MIG)
- Braking Systems I (Non-Abs)
- Body Components and Trim
- Electrical & Electronic Principles
- Engine Principles
- Suspension Systems I
- Steering Systems I
- Drive Shafts & Axles
- Vehicle Maintenance Inspections
- Pre-Delivery Inspection
- Motor Vehicle Inspection
- Ozone Depleting Substances
Carpentry Pre-employment
- Safety Awareness
- Tools & Equipment
- Wood and Wood Products
- Non-Wood Products
- Fasteners, Connectors and Adhesives
- Temporary Access Equipment and Structures
- Hoarding
- Intro to Lifting, Rigging and Hoisting
- Basic Site Layout
- Concrete
- Footings and Slab-On-Grade Forms
- Wall Forms
- Intro to Framing Systems
- Beams and Supports
- Floor Layout and Framing
- Deck Layout and Framing
- Communication and Trade Documentation
- Intro to Project Drawings and Specifications
Construction Electrician Pre-Employment
- Safety
- Tools & Equipment
- Access Equipment
- Hoisting, Lifting & Rigging
- Support Components
- Communication & Trade Documentation
- Drawings, Schematics and Specifications I
- DC Theory
- DC Circuits
- Single-Phase AC Theory
- Single-Phase AC Circuits I
Introduction to the
Canadian Electrical Code
- Grounding and Bonding I
- Single-Phase Services
- Single-Phase Power Distribution Equipment
- Conductors and Cables
- Conduit, Tubing and Fittings
- Raceways
- Boxes and Enclosures
- Wiring Devices
- Luminaries and Lighting Controls
- Introduction to Communication Systems
Heavy Equipment Service Technician Pre-employment
- Safety
- Tools & Equipment
- Hoisting & Lifting
- Communication & Documentation
- Preventative Maintenance
- Start, Move & Park Vehicle
- Fasteners, Tubings, Hoses & Fittings
- Lubrication & Fluids Servicing
- Gaskets, seals & sealing components
- Bearings
- Metallurgy
- Cutting & Heating
- MIG Welding
- Tires, Rims & Wheels
- Engine Principles
- Electrical & Electronic Principles
- Batteries
- Wiring Harnesses & Accessories
- Introduction to Hydraulics
- Hydraulic Fittings, Piping, Tubing & Hoses
- Hydraulic Reservoirs, Coolers & Filters
- Hydraulic Brake Systems I
- Introduction to Air Brake Systems
- Ozone Depletion Substances
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
- Introduction to Steering System Components
Human Services Counselor (HSC)
44 Week Program
- Human Relations
- Health & Wellness
- Practicums in Community Settings
- Addiction Disorders
- Introduction to Dementia
- Analysis of Behaviour Function
- Impairments and Different Approaches
- Development of the person
- Ethics and Professional Behaviour
- Behaviour Management
- Interventiona for Persons with Adjustment Problems
- Intervention with Families
- Introduction to Helping Relationships
- Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)
- Methods of Observation
- Intervention, Transition and Service Plans
- Basic Care Principles in Community Intervention
- General Psychology
- Psychopathology and Intervention
- Learning Disabilities
- Technical and Professional Writing
Industrial Electrician
- Safety
- Tools & Equipment
- Access Equipment
- Hoisting, Lifting & Rigging
- Support Components
- Communication & Trade Documentation
- Drawings, Schematics and Specifications I
- DC Theory
- DC Circuits
- Single-Phase AC Theory
- Single-Phase AC Circuits I
- Introduction to the Canadian Electrical Code
- Grounding and Bonding I
- Single-Phase Services
- Single-Phase Power Distribution Equipment
- Conductors and Cables
- Conduit, Tubing and Fittings
- Raceways
- Boxes and Enclosures
- Wiring Devices
- Luminaries and Lighting Controls
- Introduction to Communication Systems
Auto Body Collision Technician (Metal & Paint)
Customer Relations
- Ozone Depletion Substances
- Safety Awareness
- Hand Tools
- Shop Equipment
- Fasteners, Tubing & Adhesives
- Trim & Hardware
- Welding & Cutting (MIG)
- Vehicle Construction
- Service Manuals
- Metal Working
- Metallurgy
- Body Fillers & Abrasives
- Surface Preparation
- Masking
- Undercoats & Primers
- Corrosion Protection
Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Service Technician
- Safety
- Hoisting , Lifting, Rigging & Access/Egress Equipment
- Tools & Equipment
- Refrigeration Fundamentals
- Refrigerants and Oils
- Compressors I
- Valves & Accessory Devices
- Piping Tubing Soldering Brazing
- Leak Testing, Evacuation & Charging
- Electrical Fundamentals
- Motors I
- Blueprint Reading
- Trade Documents
- Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Installation
- E-Communications & Networking I
- Workplace Mentoring I
Truck & Transport Service Technician Pre-employment
- Safety
- Tools & Equipment
- Hoisting & Lifting
- Communication & Documentation
- Preventative Maintenance
- Start, Move & Park Vehicle
- Fasteners, Tubings, Hoses & Fittings
- Lubrication & Fluids Servicing
- Gaskets, seals & sealing components
- Bearings
- Metallurgy
- Cutting & Heating
- MIG Welding
- Tires, Rims & Wheels
- Engine Principles
- Cooling Systems
- Engine Lubrication Systems
- Electrical & Electronic Principles
- Batteries
- Conventional Light Circuits
- Wiring Harnesses & Accessories
- Introduction to Hydraulics
- Hydraulic Fittings, Piping, Tubing & Hoses
- Hydraulic Reservoirs, Coolers & Filters
- Hydraulic Brake Systems I
- Introduction to Air Brake Systems
- Ozone Depletion Substances
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
- Introduction to Steering System Components
Our Trades Programs are set up to be run with 2 days per week with Theory Instruction in a classroom setting and 3 days per week where the students will be placed in a shop or dealership, or place of business of their choice to work side by side with a Licensed Technician or certified personnel for their Practical hands on Training after their first initial 3 weeks of essential skills training; except in the case of the Personal Support Worker Program where they will spend up to 16 weeks in the classroom before switching into their 2 days class and 3 days placement.
Human Services Counselor Program where they will spend up to 19 weeks in the classroom before switching into their 2 days class and 3 days placement.
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PSW Program and HSC Program may qualify for FREE Tuition for NB Residents, depending on eligibility, through www.workingnb.ca.
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Our instructors will rotate to each of the placements ensure that the students are receiving a variety of experience.
We accept applications year round for All Programs "No need to wait to start your career, Apply today!"
NO APPLICATION FEE TO APPLY!
International Students Application Fee $50.00
East Coast Trades College is now accepting International Students!
We look forward to meeting with you!
International Stud​ent Tuition and Fees
International Stud​ent Tuition and Fees
Trades Program Tuition: $14,899.00
per year (including the $500 confirmation fee)
PSW Tuition: $18,423.25
per year (including the $500 confirmation fee)
HSC Tuition: $20,185.33
per year (including the $500 confirmation fee)
Tuition can be paid in full at the time of registration or you can break it down into two payments.
- Payment 1: all fees & books & 60% tuition due at time of registration
- Payment 2: 40% tuition (due at the beginning of 2nd semester)
*Tuition & Costs are subject to change so be sure to check with College for exact pricing. Contact for full cost breakdown.
Trades Student Fee: $149.00
Learners Coverage (all programs): $40.00
PSW Student Fee: $184.00
HSC Student Fee: $202.00
Lab Fee: (PSW/HSC) $125.00 per term
Domestic Tuition and Fees
Trades Program Tuition: $9,798 per year (including the $250 confirmation fee)
Student Fee: $98.00
PSW Tuition: $12,148.00 per year (including the $250 confirmation fee)
Student Fee: $121.00
HSC Tuition: $13,322.25 per year (including the $250 confirmation fee)
Student Fee: 133.00
Tuition can be paid in full at the time of your registration or you can break it down into two payments.
- Payment 1: All books & fees & 60% tuition (Due by September 30th)
- Payment 2: 40% (Due by end of 2nd semester January 30th)
*Tuition & Costs is subject to change be sure to check with College for exact pricing.
Important info
Important info
Confirmation Fees: are non-refundable, due 7 days from day of acceptance, and will be applied towards tuition) Exception: If program is cancelled due to lack of enrollment, College will refund confirmation fees paid.
All International Students are required to be fully vaccinated by an Canadian approved Covid-19 to be accepted.
IELTS: Overall Score of 6 with no less that 5.5 in listening, writing, reading
Contact college for full details
Mandatory Off-site Safety Training: varies per program contact for more info
Other Costs
Other Costs
Books/Materials: Please contact for more information
*Please note some courses may require a laptop for program.
*PSW Students will require 3 sets of scrubs (Burgandy Tops with black sides, Black Pants-available through college), Proper PPE
Ozone Depleting Substances Course:
Ozone Depleting Substances Course:
1 Full day
Cost: $287.50