Programs typically start with site safety, hand and power tools, and common building materials.
Work permit holders
You may not need a study permit.
Under a temporary IRCC public policy, in effect until December 31, 2027, a foreign worker with a valid work permit may be eligible to study a program of 6 months or less without a separate study permit. Ask us for the exact length of the Residential Construction program before you enrol.
Check before you enrol: your work permit must stay valid until the program ends. A placement may require a new work permit if you hold an employer-specific permit; open work permit holders generally do not need one. Work experience gained during full-time study under this policy does not count toward Canadian Experience Class or Express Entry points. IRCC decides eligibility and its guidance can change: read the official IRCC page. The Admission Council provides education counselling, not immigration advice.
What you'll learn
Practical construction skills, learned by doing.
Residential construction programs teach through hands-on practice, and the program includes an internship so you gain real site experience before you finish. Course content differs by institution, so we share the full course outline with you before you apply.
Typical topics include framing, drywall, flooring, finishing and reading basic building plans.
An internship is included, so you practise your skills in a real work setting.
How it works
From first call to first class.
Free consultation
Tell us about your education, schedule and goals. We explain the program, schedule and full cost.
Check requirements
We confirm the admission requirements and the documents the institution needs from you.
Apply
We prepare and submit the application with you and keep track of the next intake date.
Start classes
Train hands-on around a flexible class schedule, then complete your internship.
Important: The Admission Council provides education counselling and application support. TAC does not deliver the Residential Construction program, issue the credential, control internships, or make admission decisions.
Where the skills are used
Home building and renovation across Ontario.
- Residential home builders
- Renovation and remodelling contractors
- Framing, drywall and finishing crews
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Common questions
Before choosing a Residential Construction program.
Do I need a study permit if I am on a work permit?
Possibly. IRCC has a temporary policy for people with a valid work permit studying a program of 6 months or less. Your permit must remain valid until you finish, and IRCC decides eligibility, so please confirm on the official IRCC page. We can tell you the exact length of each program.
How long is the Residential Construction course?
It is a short certificate program, about 3 months. We confirm the exact length, next intake date and full schedule with you in writing.
Is the class schedule flexible?
The program offers a flexible class schedule. Tell us your work hours and we confirm which class times are available for the next intake.
Can I study on a work permit or PGWP?
Many of our students hold an open work permit, PGWP or spousal open work permit and study around their jobs. Your permit conditions decide what you can do, so check them first; we then match you to a program whose schedule fits your work hours.
Is this an apprenticeship or a trade licence?
No. It is a certificate program, not an apprenticeship and not a Certificate of Qualification. Some trades in Ontario, such as electrician and plumber, are compulsory trades with their own training and registration through Skilled Trades Ontario.
Does The Admission Council teach the program?
No. TAC provides education counselling and application support. The institution delivers the training, manages the internship and issues the certificate.
Does counselling guarantee admission or a job?
No. Institutions control admission, and employment depends on employer requirements, experience and other factors.
Speak to an advisor
Start your Residential Construction program.
Free one-on-one consultation with a Mississauga-based advisor. We compare Ontario programs, explain the real costs, and handle the application with you.
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- Internship included
- Flexible class schedule
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