Pre-Employment Programs
Introduction to Steel
Stud and Drywall
NOC-7284
Program Description
During this six-week program, the students will learn how to frame with steel studs and apply, maintain or restore plaster on interior/exterior walls and on ceilings. Students will also learn to install and finish dry wall sheets and various types of ceiling systems. A strong emphasis is on the shop hands-on learning with the focus to best prepare the students to do well on job sites upon graduating and obtaining employment. On successful completion of the program, students will be well equipped with skills applicable to a broad variety of careers, and life essential skills.
Admission Requirements
- Math Credit at the indicated grade level 10
- Science Credit at the indicated grade level 10
- Applicants with a lower level may be considered depending on their experience
- Registered with SIIT Career Centre, and completed certificates (SCOT)
Industry Requirements
- Good eyesight, hearing, manual dexterity, and physical agility.
Acceptance Policy
Strong preference is given to applicants who are Status First Nations, but SIIT programs are open to anyone.
English Language Benchmark
SIIT is not currently legislated to accept International Students. You must be a Canadian/ Permanent Resident to apply.
To be admitted into this program you must be able to understand and communicate in English (Canadian Language Benchmark Assessment of six – CLB6).
Courses
- SSDR 100 – Construction Safety
- SSDR 102 – Steel stud and drywall
- SSDR 103 – Scaffolding
Tuition, Fees, and Funding
Students can expect to pay little to no tuition or fees to participate in this program. Career Centre staff will assess your eligibility for funding when you apply.
What to Expect
Day to Day
Delivery Method
- The length of Introduction to Steel Stud and Drywall program is 6 weeks full-time/30 days (180 hours)
- This program will consist of instructor-led classes, which will encompass the theory of each course, and will include lectures, discussions, assignments, and in-class review of topics.
- The assessment method is pass/fail. Students need to complete all courses in order to successfully complete the program.
Attendance Policy
Regular attendance is essential for academic success. Each program has specific attendance requirements that must be adhered to in order to graduate. For Steel Stud and Drywall program students, an attendance rate of 90% or better is required to graduate.
If you have been approved for funding, you must maintain the attendance required by your sponsoring agency to remain eligible to receive payment.
Graduation Requirements and Credential
You must maintain 90% attendance to graduate. The assessment method for this course is pass/ fail. Graduates will receive a Steel Stud and Drywall Certificate of Achievement.
Career Opportunities & Salaries
Graduates of this program can expect to find entry level employment in the construction industry in either of the three trades.
For assistance finding employment, please contact your local SIIT Career Centre or your local Labour Development Office.
Apprenticeship Opportunities and Licensing Requirements
To graduate from each level of apprenticeship, an apprentice in this area must successfully complete the required technical training and compile enough on-the-job experience to total at least 1500 hours each year. Total trade time required is 6000 hours and at least 4 years in the trade.
Upon completion of their apprenticeship and required industry experience, apprentices may write the Interprovincial Journeyperson Examination and obtain a Red Seal.
Although Steel Stud and Drywall is not listed as a designated trade in Saskatchewan, it is included in the Lather trade, so workers may pursue apprenticeship in that related trade, https://saskapprenticeship.ca/quick-links/designated-trades/lather/.
Support for apprentices is available through SIIT’s Joint Training Committee (JTC). The SIIT Joint Training Committee (JTC) has been building careers in skilled trades since 1998! The JTC supports qualified Indigenous individuals to enter the trades as apprentices, complete trade levels, and become Journeypersons. Indenture Fees are paid by the JTC. Services are available province wide.
Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies
Head Office
Suite 100-103A Packham Avenue
Asimakaniseekan Askiy Reserve
Saskatoon, SK S7N 4K4
306-244-4444