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Sabtuan Regional Vocational Training Centre offers hands-on, accredited training for in-demand trades in Eeyou Istchee. Our 4,300 square meter facility in Waswanipi is equipped with multiple workshops and training areas, state-of-the-art equipment, machine simulators, and much more.
SRVTC is the first and only training facility in Eeyou Istchee to offer residences and meal plans to students and their families. Over 700 Eeyou and Eenou have graduated from SRVTC since the centre first opened in 2005 – find out how our programs can help you go further in your career!
Apply Now for an Upcoming Vocational Program
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Construction Business ManagementOPEN - STARTS: Eastmain: Fall 2021 - Nemaska: TBD - Waskaganish: Fall 2021 - Waswanipi (SRVTC): Winter 2022.Want to start or manage a business in the construction industry? We’ll help you get ready!
Learn how to:
- Create a business development plan
- Build contracts, submit proposals, and hire staff in accordance with Quebec law
- Manage the accounts and finances of a company
- Manage construction site operations
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Construction Equipment MechanicsOPEN - STARTS: Waswanipi (SRVTC): Winter 2022.Become a certified mechanic with this hands-on program!
Learn how to:
- Perform routine periodic maintenance and mechanical work
- Inspect and target mechanical problems on construction equipment
- Perform repairs, replacements, and adjustments
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PhotographyOPEN - STARTS: Waswanipi (SRVTC): Fall 2021.Prepare for your career as a professional photographer with this creative, hands-on program.
Learn how to:
- Master various types of photography, including commercial, industrial, social events, and portraiture
- Learn image processing techniques
- Use digital equipment and computer tools to edit, print, and distribute images
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Professional CookingOPEN - STARTS: Waswanipi (SRVTC): Winter 2022.Get the skills and experience you need to become a professional chef in our certified kitchen
Learn how to:
- Maintain a kitchen according to health and safety regulations
- Prepare appetizers, main dishes, desserts and breakfasts
- Use your experience and training to begin a culinary career
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Recreation LeadershipOPEN - STARTS: Waswanipi (SRVTC): Fall 2021.Lead recreational activities, sports leagues, and events in your community with a career in Recreation Leadership!
Learn how to:
- Organize recreational activities and events
- Use recreational equipment and facilities
- Set up sports leagues and exercise leadership
- Give first aid
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RefrigerationOPEN - STARTS: Waswanipi (SRVTC): Fall 2021.Keep your community “cool” – become a refrigeration mechanic!
Learn how to:
- Install, maintain, repair and inspect refrigeration and air conditioning systems
- Analyze the energy use of refrigeration equipment
- Find a job or build a business in this in-demand trade
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Surveying and TopographyOPEN - STARTS: Waswanipi (SRVTC): Winter 2022.Surveyors have an important role in defining territories, produce maps and conducting field surveys. Prepare for this in-demand career today!
Learn how to:
- Use surveying equipment and software
- Conduct field surveys
- Interpret data and aerial photographs to define a territory
- Produce maps and geomatics applications
SRVTC offers residences for individuals and families (maximum two children). Residences and meal plans are available for qualifying SRVTC students.
- Relax, study, and sleep in a fully furnished residence room
- Eat breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the full-service cafeteria
- Work out using our onsite gym facilities
- Socialize and make friends at the student lounge and through regularly scheduled events