This certificate program, designed specifically for tradespersons, provides individuals the opportunity to develop entrepreneurial competencies and skills. Small businesses continue to show growth in today’s economy, providing tradespeople possessing a combination of trade and business knowledge, opportunities in this growth area. Within the program, focus is on key functional areas of business related to entrepreneurship including business planning, operations, innovation, marketing and finance as well as legal and ethical considerations.
Admissions
OSSD or Mature Student Status
If you are interested in completing the entire certificate program, please click here to sign up prior to registering for your courses. See Program of Study or Course Delivery tabs to register for individual courses.
Career opportunities
- Self-employment as a small business owner
- Trade related fields such business managers, trades managers, and trade supervisors
Certificate requirements
In order to obtain the Certificate of Completion, the following courses must be completed:
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CON 1014 | Marketing a Trades Business | 3 |
| CON 1015 | Financial Processes in the Trades | 3 |
| BUS 4320 | Operating a Trades Budget | 3 |
| CON 1017 | Emerging Trends and Innovation in Trades | 3 |
| CON 1013 | Business Planning for Tradespersons | 3 |
| CON 1016 | Ethical & Legal Issues in the Trades | 3 |
To apply to this program, please email continuing@cambriancollege.ca with your request. Our team will be happy to assist you with the application process.
Course delivery
Please visit Cambrian College's eStore to see which courses from this program are available for registration at this time.
Courses are delivered asynchronously online. This means you do not have to log in at a specific day or time to complete your coursework. However, you are responsible for meeting all course due dates as posted within the course. Most courses will have weekly modules or assignments to complete. We recommend that students budget a minimum of 5 hours per week per 3-credit course they are taking online to be successful.
Important Note: Cambrian College reserves the right to cancel the offering of courses in certain terms.
Please note: Cambrian College strives to ensure the accuracy of the information on this website. Please note that the academic curriculum is continually reviewed and revised to ensure that Cambrian's programs and courses remain relevant. The College reserves the right to cancel or make changes to any course or program, fee, procedure, or campus location at any time.
