Skill Bridge NB Micro-Course Catalog
Practical, short, and accessible training for New Brunswick's workforce. Our micro-courses combine online learning with hands-on workplace experience and comprehensive Canadian culture immersion and civic responsibility training.
Program Overview
Our innovative micro-course model makes skills training accessible, flexible, and directly connected to employment opportunities through partnerships with multiple employers offering both paid and unpaid workplace experience hours based on candidate skill level and learning goals. Every course includes comprehensive Canadian culture immersion and civic responsibility training.
Comprehensive Micro-Courses
Each course combines online training with supervised workplace experience through our employer partnerships, plus Canadian culture immersion and civic responsibility training.
Two Learning Models
Paid Model: Earn wages if you have skills to contribute. Unpaid Model: Focus on learning and skill development without performance pressure.
Cultural Integration
Every course includes New Brunswick culture immersion and civic responsibility training to help you understand New Brunswick workplace culture, community values, and civic responsibilities.
Training Areas & Courses
Explore our comprehensive catalog of micro-courses across eight key sectors. Each course is designed to be beginner-friendly and provide direct pathways to employment, with integrated Canadian culture immersion and civic responsibility training.
Available Courses:
- Construction Foundations - Learn basics of working with wood and tools
- House Framing - Structural framing, wall assembly, and basic construction techniques
- Drywall & Finishing Basics - Cutting, fastening, and finishing techniques
- Roofing & Exterior Work - Materials, shingles, siding, and ladder safety
- Concrete & Masonry Basics - Mixing mortar, pouring concrete, lifting materials
- New Brunswick Culture Immersion - Understanding New Brunswick workplace culture, communication styles, and community values
- Civic Responsibility Training - New Brunswick civic responsibilities, community engagement, and workplace rights
Career Pathways:
Construction helper, drywall installer helper, roofer assistant, masonry labourer
Cultural Integration Component:
All courses include comprehensive training on New Brunswick workplace culture, communication styles, community values, civic responsibilities, and workplace rights to ensure successful integration.
Available Courses:
- Electrical Awareness - Safe introduction to electricity and basic circuits
- Sheet Metal Basics - Ductwork, measuring, cutting, and sealing joints
- HVAC Service Basics - Heating/cooling systems, filter changes, components
- Equipment & Tools Support - Construction equipment and site labour safety
- New Brunswick Culture Immersion - Understanding New Brunswick workplace culture, communication styles, and community values
- Civic Responsibility Training - New Brunswick civic responsibilities, community engagement, and workplace rights
Career Pathways:
Electrical helper, HVAC assistant, sheet metal worker helper, heavy equipment labourer
Cultural Integration Component:
All courses include comprehensive training on New Brunswick workplace culture, communication styles, community values, civic responsibilities, and workplace rights to ensure successful integration.
Available Courses:
- Welding Fundamentals - Introduction to Arc, MIG, TIG welding and PPE
- Shop Assistance Skills - Tool preparation, grinding, cleaning, and setup
- New Brunswick Culture Immersion - Understanding New Brunswick workplace culture, communication styles, and community values
- Civic Responsibility Training - New Brunswick civic responsibilities, community engagement, and workplace rights
Career Pathways:
Welding assistant, shop helper, metal fabrication support
Cultural Integration Component:
All courses include comprehensive training on New Brunswick workplace culture, communication styles, community values, civic responsibilities, and workplace rights to ensure successful integration.
Available Courses:
- Restoration Foundations - Industry overview, jobsite etiquette, basic tools
- Safety & PPE for Restoration Sites - WHMIS awareness, respirators, protective equipment
- Water & Flood Mitigation Basics - Water categories, extraction, air movers, moisture meters
- Fire & Smoke Cleanup Basics - Soot types, cleaning methods, odor control
- Mould Awareness & Remediation Support - Growth conditions, containment, HEPA vacuuming
- Contents Handling & Pack-Out - Inventory, boxing, labeling, storage setup
- Reconstruction Support Skills - Site prep, drywall patches, trim work
- Customer & Insurance Coordination - Professional communication, property respect
- New Brunswick Culture Immersion - Workplace communication styles, teamwork norms
- Civic Responsibility Training - Workplace rights, safety obligations, community engagement
Career Pathways:
Restoration technician helper, water damage tech assistant, fire/smoke cleanup assistant, mould remediation assistant, contents/pack-out technician, reconstruction helper
Cultural Integration Component:
All courses include comprehensive training on New Brunswick workplace culture, communication styles, community values, civic responsibilities, and workplace rights to ensure successful integration.
Available Courses:
- Cleaning & Facility Care - Hygiene, cleaning products, workplace safety
- Hospitality & Food Service - Food safety, serving, customer service basics
- Customer Service & Retail - Communication, stocking, register basics
- Small Business Skills - Bookkeeping, receipts, expense tracking
- New Brunswick Culture Immersion - Understanding New Brunswick workplace culture, communication styles, and community values
- Civic Responsibility Training - New Brunswick civic responsibilities, community engagement, and workplace rights
Career Pathways:
Custodian, food counter attendant, retail sales assistant, service clerk
Cultural Integration Component:
All courses include comprehensive training on New Brunswick workplace culture, communication styles, community values, civic responsibilities, and workplace rights to ensure successful integration.
Available Courses:
- Farm Operations Basics - Planting, irrigation, safe use of farm tools
- Greenhouse & Horticulture Skills - Plant care, watering, soil basics
- Forestry Support Skills - Safe saw handling, tree planting, forestry support
- Tree Shearing & Maintenance - Pruning tools, seasonal care, trimming
- New Brunswick Culture Immersion - Understanding New Brunswick workplace culture, communication styles, and community values
- Civic Responsibility Training - New Brunswick civic responsibilities, community engagement, and workplace rights
Career Pathways:
Farm labourer, greenhouse assistant, nursery worker, forestry helper
Cultural Integration Component:
All courses include comprehensive training on New Brunswick workplace culture, communication styles, community values, civic responsibilities, and workplace rights to ensure successful integration.
Available Courses:
- Warehouse & Material Handling - Safe lifting, pallet stacking, inventory
- Transport & Delivery Support - Loading/unloading, delivery safety, packages
- Groundskeeping & Outdoor Maintenance - Landscaping, lawn care, seasonal maintenance
- New Brunswick Culture Immersion - Understanding New Brunswick workplace culture, communication styles, and community values
- Civic Responsibility Training - New Brunswick civic responsibilities, community engagement, and workplace rights
Career Pathways:
Warehouse associate, delivery helper, landscaping assistant, grounds maintenance worker
Cultural Integration Component:
All courses include comprehensive training on New Brunswick workplace culture, communication styles, community values, civic responsibilities, and workplace rights to ensure successful integration.
Available Courses:
- Driver Education & Certification - Comprehensive driver training for Class 5 license preparation
- Commercial Vehicle Basics - Introduction to larger vehicles and safety protocols
- Transportation Safety - Defensive driving and workplace transportation requirements
- New Brunswick Culture Immersion - Understanding New Brunswick workplace culture, communication styles, and community values
- Civic Responsibility Training - New Brunswick civic responsibilities, community engagement, and workplace rights
Career Pathways:
Licensed driver for trade services, delivery driver, transportation support roles
Cultural Integration Component:
All courses include comprehensive training on New Brunswick workplace culture, communication styles, community values, civic responsibilities, and workplace rights to ensure successful integration.
New Brunswick Culture Immersion & Civic Responsibility Training
Every Skill Bridge NB micro-course includes comprehensive New Brunswick culture immersion and civic responsibility training to help you understand and integrate into New Brunswick workplace culture and community life.
New Brunswick Culture Immersion
- • New Brunswick workplace communication styles and etiquette
- • Understanding New Brunswick social norms and values
- • Building professional relationships in New Brunswick contexts
- • Navigating cultural differences and expectations
- • New Brunswick holidays, traditions, and community practices
Civic Responsibility Training
- • Understanding New Brunswick civic responsibilities and rights
- • Community engagement and volunteer opportunities
- • Workplace rights and responsibilities in New Brunswick
- • Understanding New Brunswick legal and social systems
- • Building connections within New Brunswick communities
Driver Education & Mobility Training
We understand the importance of mobility in trade services and are committed to providing certified training to candidates, ensuring they are well-prepared for the demands of the job. Our driver education programs help candidates gain the mobility skills essential for success in today's workforce.
Class 5 License Preparation
Comprehensive driver training to help candidates obtain their standard driver's license, essential for most trade positions.
Commercial Vehicle Training
Introduction to larger vehicles and commercial driving requirements for candidates interested in transportation roles.
Workplace Transportation Safety
Defensive driving techniques and safety protocols specific to trade and industrial work environments.
Ready to Start Your Journey?
Take the first step toward a rewarding new career in New Brunswick. Our micro-courses provide comprehensive training, customized workplace experience, New Brunswick culture immersion, civic responsibility training, and connections with multiple employer partners. Choose paid workplace experience if you have relevant skills, or unpaid hours to focus on learning and skill development.