Program Overview

The Machinist Apprenticeship program at BCIT combines in-school training and on-the-job experience to prepare students for a career in the field. The four-year program includes 870 hours of in-school training and 6,330 workplace hours. Upon completion, apprentices must pass an interprovincial exam to earn the B.C. Certificate of Apprenticeship, B.C. Certificate of Qualification, and Interprovincial Standard Endorsement (Red Seal). Graduates can work in various industries, including manufacturing, construction, and transportation.