Meet Dr. Rebecca Milburn Executive Dean, Faculty of Skilled Trades and Apprenticeship Our Whitby campus is a hub of excitement and opportunity for skilled trades and apprenticeships. It boasts cutting-edge spaces like the Ontario Power Generation Centre for Skilled Trades, our brand-new Vanhaverbeke Family EV Training Centre and two Learning Living Labs. Learn from experienced, industry-expert faculty and gain hands-on experience in our modern shop spaces so you can hone skills and launch your career with confidence. A skilled trades education equips you with tangible skills that are always in demand. It's a pathway to a fulfilling career where your expertise is not just valued but is essential in today’s economy. You belong at Durham College, and we look forward to seeing you! Experience the DC Difference Programs Build your future and improve the world we live in with a skilled trades and apprenticeship program. Find your perfect fit Experiential Learning Stand out from the crowd by gaining real-world work experience before graduation. Learn More See Your Space Immerse yourself in the Faculty of Skilled Trades state-of-the-art shops, labs and learning spaces all focused on hands-on real-world experiences for our students. Learn More Faculty Features DC’s Faculty of STA provides exclusive offerings to help you get the most of your education. Discover the DC difference with the following opportunities: Canerector Foundation Scholarship Schulich Builders Scholarship The Skills Ontario Competition is an opportunity for students to showcase the hands-on skills they’ve honed and represent Durham College, competing against students from across the province SHOW YOUR DC PRIDE WITH A FACULTY HOODIE Shop now What students are saying I can’t thank my professors and the school enough for the time and experience they’ve given me. I absolutely love the atmosphere of Durham College with so many other like-minded people around me who are also into the trades and many that love the automotive sector as much as I do. Alexander Hartley, Automotive Technician – Service and Management (Motive Power Technician), 2024 Graduate My favourite part about being a student was knowing that DC collaborates with community partners. This really helped me learn the skills employers are looking for. Durham College also adapts with industry changes, which helped me feel confident that I would be well-prepared to enter the workforce.” Kathryn Fullerton, Electrical Techniques, 2023 Graduate I’ve never enjoyed school so much. I truly look forward to most of my classes. I come to school early and leave late. It’s been really fun. Kaeli Caguicla, Mechanical Technician – Elevating Devices student Faculty Highlights Schulich Builders Scholarships supports Durham College students in launching in-demand careers in the skilled trades Ten Durham College (DC) students are pursuing rewarding careers in the skilled trades through life-changing support from the Schulich Builders Scholarships for the Skilled Trades. Learn more DC Automotive Technician grads shine in skills competitions picking up real-world skills Competing in skills competitions has proved to be a confidence boost for Durham College (DC) Automotive Technician – Service and Management (Motive Power Technician) students preparing to enter the real world of work. Learn more Local high school students earn Durham College plumbing credit through Dual Credit program With the launch of a hands-on Dual Credit program, local high school students can now earn a Durham College (DC) plumbing credit and a high school credit at the same time. Learn more STAY CONNECTED Follow us online to connect with our #DCProud community. CONNECT WITH ASTUDENT AMBASSADOR Would you like to find out more about student life at DC? Why not ask our current students! Learn more
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