The Smarter Path to the Trades
We help you find the right trade, train with confidence, and get hired.
We are not just a college — we are the smarter path to the trades.
It’s Smarter Because It Actually Works
Other programs offer theory. We offer jobsite reality, direct company links, and a clear, guided pathway from enrollment to employment.
Purpose-Built Training
8-month intensive program mirrors the rhythm and expectations of the jobsite. Hands-on. Brains-on.
6-Month Paid Internship
Built-in to every program — giving you income, confidence, and a direct line to your future employer.
Employer-Driven Outcomes
We design our programs with input directly from companies — and connect you to them before you graduate.
Hamilton-Based. Opportunity-Focused
We work with employers right here in your community. You won’t need to move across the province for opportunity.
3 Steps on the Smarter Path
At Trade Smart College, your journey into the skilled trades isn’t left to chance — it’s guided by a smarter, proven process. First, you’ll explore your options through personalized guidance, industry exposure, and our exclusive Trades Match tool to discover which trade actually fits you. Then, you’ll train in a hands-on, jobsite-style environment where technical and professional skills are built together — fast. Finally, you’ll work through a six-month paid technical internship we help you secure, so you graduate with experience, momentum, and a real shot at getting hired.
Step 1: Explore
Most colleges ask you to pick a trade before you even start. We think that’s backwards. At Trade Smart College, exploration isn’t optional — it’s how you find a trade that aligns with who you are and where you want to go.
Step 2: Train
Our classroom isn’t a classroom — it’s a jobsite simulation. You’ll learn the tools, systems, and soft skills that employers actually care about.
Step 3: Work
For every Trade Smart College diploma student, our team finds a 6-month paid technical internship. We don’t just hope you get hired — we help make it happen.
Find the Trade That Fits You
Step 1: explore
Before you commit to one trade — explore them all. Trade Smart gives you tools, experiences, and mentorship to help you make confident, informed career decisions.
Don’t guess which trade is right for you. At Trade Smart, exploration is part of the curriculum.
You’ll engage in hands-on build days with Habitat for Humanity, take part in an in-depth Company Build project, hear from real industry speakers, and get one-on-one mentorship from instructors who help guide your path based on your strengths. Exploration isn’t just an activity — it’s baked into how we teach.
We also offer an exclusive Trades Match assessment tool to help prospective students like you discover the trades where they’re most likely to thrive.
Hands-On. Brains-On. Ready for the Real World
Step 2: TRAIN
In just 8 weeks, we teach the professional and technical skills that give you a clear advantage on the jobsite.
Most programs teach the trade. We teach the trade, the teamwork, and the thinking that makes you valuable.
Our hands-on, brains-on model blends technical skill-building with real-world application. You’ll run jobsite-style projects, master tools and safety, and complete CMS, resume, and interview training — all in a setting built to simulate the rhythm of the trades. You’ll also earn multiple safety certifications.
It’s not just what you can do — it’s how you show up. Our small class sizes ensure personal attention, and our instructors double as mentors who care about who you become. In just two months, you’ll feel like you’re already on the job.
The Jobsite Is the Next Classroom
Step 3: WORK
We find you your internship. We coach you through it. And we help you turn it into a career.
Work isn’t the end of your program at Trade Smart — it’s the heart of it. Every student is placed into a paid, 6-month technical internship based on their skills, opportunities available, and employer needs. You’re not applying cold.
We work closely with local employers across construction, manufacturing, and transportation to match students to real opportunities — not just busy work. Many of those internships turn into long-term roles or apprenticeships. Why? Because our model focuses on helping you show up ready.
From day one of your placement, our team is still by your side. Tyler helps find and prep your internship. Carrie stays with you through the process, helping you navigate challenges, adapt, and succeed. You’re never alone in this journey.
Got Questions? Let’s Talk
Whether you’re a student, parent, or company — we’d love to hear from you.
We’ll guide you through next steps, walk you through start dates, costs, and internship details. This form connects you with a team member who can give you answers, options, and everything you need to move forward.
Campus Hours
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