UCN’s Northern Manitoba Mining Academy and Foran Mining
The program runs from November 18 – December 13, 2024.
Application deadline is October 18th.
Training delivery and locations:
Weeks 1 and 4 are delivered at UCN's Northern Manitoba Mining Academy in Flin Flon. Classes are Monday through Friday, 7 hours a day.
Weeks 2 and 3 are spent at the Foran McIlvenna Bay project site four days a week, 10 hours a day, Monday through Thursday. Students stay in the camp for three nights each week.
The Foran McIlvenna Bay Project site is an alcohol—and drug-free environment, so successful program applicants will be required to pass an alcohol and drug test as part of their condition of acceptance.
Mining Readiness
Are you ready to dive into a career in mining?
Our Mining Readiness Program is designed to equip you with the essential skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the mining industry. Here’s what you need to know:
Program Description:
- Duration: 4 weeks
- Focus on Workforce Readiness Skills
- A mix of Classroom and Experiential Learning
- Includes the use of Hands-On, Theory, Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) Training
- Aimed at Developing Skilled, Safety-Focused Workers Ready for the Mining Industry
- Tuition and Materials Provided to accepted students
Ideal Candidates:
This program is perfect for individuals who:
- Seek entry-level employment opportunities
- Aspire to work in a mining environment
- Desire to acquire workplace readiness skills
- Are able to fully participate in this in-person training opportunity
Outcomes:
Upon completion, participants can expect:
- Enhanced worker confidence and preparedness for mining industry roles
- Graduates of the program will be accredited with a joint UCN/NORCAT certificate, which provides credentials recognized by the mining industry. This includes WHMIS, Working at Heights, Elevated Work Platform, and Forklift operation.
- Students will gain transferrable skills that can be used across many industries.
Mining@ucn.ca for more information!