Miners for mining readiness course.

Mining Readiness

Plus Mining Fundamentals at Hudbay

The UCN Mining Readiness Program, in partnership with NORCAT, gives you the skills and hands-on experience needed to step into the industry with confidence. This four-week, no-cost training combines classroom learning, virtual reality simulations, and on-site mine training to prepare you for real-world work. Graduates earn industry-recognized certifications, making them stand out to employers. Spots are limited—learn more…

Format:

In Person

Location:

Northern Manitoba Mining Academy and Hudbay in Snow Lake


Paid accommodations and meals.

Upcoming Sessions

Mining Readiness Plus Mining Fundamentals at Hudbay

Start Date: October 13, 2026

End Date: December 15, 2026

Location: Northern Manitoba Mining Academy and Hudbay in Snow Lake

Format: In Person

Application Deadline: August 28, 2026

Mining Readiness
– 4 weeks Mining Readiness in class in Flin Flon
Dates: October 13- November 6, 2026
Location:
at the NMMA

Mining Fundamentals at Hudbay Snow Lake
– 3 weeks Mining Fundamentals on site at Hudbay in Snow Lake. (1 week on, 1 week off rotation)
– This includes on site/underground training, including tours, job shadowing and safety training
Dates: November 11 – December 15, 2026
Location: Hudbay in Snow Lake

What You’ll Learn

  • Equipment & Operations – Rock scaling, hoisting, and other essential mining tasks
  • Virtual Reality (VR) & Augmented Reality (AR) Training – Practice mining techniques in a state-of-the-art simulated environment to enhance learning and safety.
  • Mine Site Tours – Experience real mining environments, gaining firsthand insight into daily operations.

Mining Fundamentals Work Placement

Mining Fundamentals is a hands-on work placement delivered in partnership with Hudbay in Snow Lake. Participants gain practical experience in an active mining environment through:

  • on-site training
  • underground experiences
  • job shadowing
  • mine tours
  • and safety training.
Mining simulator

Course Benefits and Outcomes

Key Benefits

  • Earn a joint UCN/NORCAT certificate, making you job-ready for the mining industry
    • which provides credentials recognized by the mining industry, including WHMIS, Working at Heights, Elevated Work Platform, and Forklift operation.
  • Real World Experience: learn work readiness skills specifically for the mining industry.
  • Expert Training: NORCAT has over 20 years of experience in mining safety and productivity, ensuring high-quality instruction.
  • Workforce development: This program is designed to support learners, strengthen local employment opportunities, and meet industry needs.

Admissions

Check Your Eligibility

  • Seeking entry-level employment in mining?
  • Willing and able to participate in full-time, in-person training?
  • Able to meet workplace safety and readiness requirements?
  • An in-person interview in Flin Flon may be required as part of the recruitment process
  • Accommodations and meals supplied for the duration of training

Costs

No cost, “paid training for successful applicants”

Important Dates and Deadlines

Mining Readiness Plus Mining Fundamentals at Hudbay Start Date

October 13, 2026


In Partnership with

Ready To Apply?

Pay by cash, check, Purchase Order, ATI, TAN, MasterCard/Visa. Courses are subject to cancellation due to insufficient enrolment.

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Northern Manitoba Mining Academy


Northern Manitoba Mining Academy

Flin Flon