> Workshops, Courses, SeminarsWorkshops, Courses, Seminars
Members save up to 27% on training fees on both in-person and online courses. Educational courses and sessions available through ECABC include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Electrical Project Supervision (EPS) Levels I, II and III
- Basic and Advanced Electrical Estimating
- Health and Safety — including Electrical Safety Training System, Arc Flash and Shock, and BCCSA’s Safety Program
- Bluebeam Revu software training
- Microsoft Office Suite — Excel, Project, Outlook, OneDrive, etc.
- Online courses — BuildForce Canada classes such as Construction Industry Ethics, Working in a Respectful and Inclusive Workplace, Introduction to Understanding Systemic Racism, and more
- Webinars and Seminars — categories include tech talks, best business practices, legal and priority management (many of these are complimentary for ECABC members!)
As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, a significant portion of our classes have transitioned to online platforms. We are pleased to offer various opportunities to cater to your business requirements. In case you don’t find the specific training you seek, kindly get in touch with us though ECABC’s Education Coordinator at education@eca.bc.ca or call 604-294-4123.
Make sure to check our education calendar for the latest training options!
The online courses provide team members with necessary knowledge and skills to deal effectively and professionally with their coworkers, sub-trades, owners, clients, engineers and their employees and were created to enhance health and safety awareness and help prevent injuries to workers.
Click here for course details and pricing.
Webinar/Seminar Proposals > Webinar Proposals
Do you have an idea for a webinar that would be beneficial for ECABC members? Would you like to share your knowledge in a particular subject area?
One of the SIX Core Values of our Association is offering high quality continuing education and training to its members. As we expand our range of education offering to webinars, who better for our members to learn from than industry experts?
We invite you to join us in our commitment to deliver timely, relevant and engaging information to those who work in the rapidly changing field of the electrical trade. ECABC is seeking webinar speakers on topics related to: safety, technology, products, equipment, legalities and contracts, human resources and other.
Whatever your line of business, if you have expertise to share with our members that will help them do their work better, smarter or safer, please consider completing and submitting the webinar proposal application form.
Raise your visibility in the electrical trade industry and position yourself as a subject matter expert and strategic partner for our future.
Please review the webinar guidelines before submitting your application.
Arc Flash & Shock eLearning Course > Arc Flash & Shock eLearning
About the Electrical Safety Training System (ESTS):
The ESTS is a compliant and highly-effective eLearning training experience for Electrical Workers who need to manage or may be exposed to the electrical hazards of arc flash and shock.
Using leading-edge technology for the best available online training solution, the ESTS is highly interactive and delivered in modules with multiple lessons, interactive knowledge checks, virtual work task scenarios and a final assessment. The ESTS uses a 3D “Virtual Electrical Workplace” to enhance the training experience.
Built into the LMS software is a downloadable Student Workbook and Resource Toolbox, and an online Ask the Instructor tool so students can get answers to any questions they may have.
This course typically takes 4 – 6 hours to complete.
Training certificates are awarded upon successful completion with an 80% passing score.
Benefits of the ESTS Electrical Worker eLearning training course for arc flash & shock:
• Affordable and cost-effective
• Effective standalone training solution for your entire workforce
• Training for workers across large geographic areas and remote locations – train anytime, anywhere
• Increase productivity by training workers during down times or off normal business hours
• Track student progress and maintain accountability
• Repeatable, interactive experience with state of the art multimedia, rich 2D and 3D graphics, and virtual simulations
With eLearning training, more frequent refresher training can be provided because of the lower cost per worker.
Go to www.ecabctraining.com for a complete course outline and pricing. If you need help with setting up a Facilitator/Administrator account please contact We Know Training at customers@weknowtraining.ca.
Health & Safety Program > H&S Program
For pricing and webinar schedule contact ECABC’s Education Coordinator at education@eca.bc.ca or (604) 294-4123
Click this link to review the technical requirements necessary to attend the webinar. For more information on dates & times, please contact ECABC directly.
Practical “Hands On” Training by OOSHEW.org > Discounted Training
OOSHEW is an occupational health and safety consulting and training company with a training facility located in Surrey, BC. It specializes in hands-on skills training that engages participants in real life activities and scenarios to improve expertise and their ability to recognize and act upon workplace risks. Included in their offer of Workplace Training Courses is Lockout/ Tagout, Respiratory Protection, Confined Space Entry, Fall Protection and Rigging. ECABC Members save 15% on training by OOSHEW.org. For more details of available training, please visit www.ooshew.org
Trauma Tech: WorkSafe BC Occupational First Aid Level 1
Trauma Tech is an Occupational Safety and First Aid Training centre conveniently located on the Vancouver/Burnaby border. Their safety experts will keep your company WorkSafeBC compliant by teaching up-to-date safety fundamentals with hands-on practical training.
ECABC members receive special pricing of $80 when registering for any of Trauma Tech’s The Occupational First Aid Level 1 public sessions. To receive this discounted pricing, members must register by telephone. Call 604.662.7740 and let Trauma Tech know you are a member of ECABC.
For dates & times visit www.traumatech.com
Electrical Joint Training Committee (EJTC) > EJTC
The Electrical Joint Training Committee (EJTC) is a partnership between the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 213 (IBEW) and the Electrical Contractors Association of BC (ECABC). We have been providing apprenticeship training in BC for more than 100 years, and we are proud of our record of service and quality.
“Highest Quality Electrical Apprenticeship with a Proven Track Record”
The EJTC offers one of the highest quality apprenticeship programs in BC. We are an accredited institute with the Private Career Training Institutions Agency (PCTIA) of BC. Our apprentices become members of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 213, and as union members, receive ongoing training, upgrading and access to higher wages, benefits and job security.
Our vision is to offer the finest trades training possible, to support national standards and ensure a strong electrical industry.
Video Tour of new EJTC Training Centre (Electrical Business website)
More Information
Please visit the EJTC website for:
• Apprenticeship FAQ’s
• Electrician Apprenticeship Requirements
• Benefits of Being an Apprentice
• How to Apply for Apprenticeship
Contact Information
Electrical Joint Training Committee
1405 Broadway St.
Port Coquitlam, BC V3C 5W2
Canada
Phone: (604) 571-6540
Fax: (604) 571-6520
Hours of Operation:
Monday to Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Location: 1405 Broadway St.
Port Coquitlam, BC V3C 5W2
ECABC & E2 Inc. Partnership > E2 Inc.
The Electrical Contractors Association of BC has formed an official partnership with E2 Inc., an industry-training provider that is a subsidiary of the Electrical Joint Training Committee (EJTC).
E2 Inc. is a fee-for-service organization whose purpose is to bring the expertise and capacity of the EJTC to the industry training field. Training offered through E2 Inc. is available to both union and open shop tradespeople via onsite training at EJTC’s new training facility, offsite training at a location of the organizer’s choice, or in some cases through a train-the-trainer capacity.
E2 Inc. has a mandate to provide industry training solutions, recognizing a constant need to adapt to a changing world.
- The world is becoming greener. E2 Inc. provides training solutions that focus on energy efficiency and cost savings (Electric Vehicle Infrastructure, Advanced Lighting Controls).
- The pace of technological change is accelerating. E2 Inc. is at the leading edge of technological changes (Advanced Lighting Controls).
- The workplace dynamic is evolving. With the wave of coming retirements, less experienced workers are becoming a larger part of the work picture, while employer expectations are rising. E2 Inc. targets knowledge gaps to help new workers work more safely and productively (Mentorship).
- The face of the workforce is changing. B.C.’s economic growth is creating trades opportunities for people from all demographic groups. In particular, major project proponents and Aboriginal-owned enterprises are seeking work-ready employees from First Nations backgrounds. Working to support Aboriginal training is an E2 Inc. priority (First Nations Joint Ventures).
Due to the constantly changing nature of today’s construction landscape, training that produces measureable productivity and safety outcomes has never been more necessary. Whether it is advances in new technology, training for the “green economy”, the up-skilling of new workers, or support for best industry practices, E2 Inc. is working closely with ECABC to ensure maximum return on industry’s investment in training.
ECABC Members save 15% on training* offered in partnership with E2 Inc.
*In order to receive the 15% discount, you must meet certain eligibility criteria. For more information on the eligibility please contact E2 Inc. at 604-571-6540 or email info@e2inc.ca.
Click here for more information about training from E2 Inc.
Joint Line Apprenticeship Training Association (JLATA) > JLATA
The Joint Line Apprenticeship Training Association (JLATA) is a not-for-profit organization established February 2, 1993 by Power Line Contractors signatory to the Master Line Agreement (“Employers”) and the Local 258 of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (“IBEW”), for the management, development and overseeing of the Power Line Technician Apprenticeship Program in British Columbia.
For additional information please contact the JLATA via phone at 604-599-8422 or email info@jlata.ca.
SkilledTradesBC > SkilledTradesBC
SkilledTradesBC (formerly the Industry Training Authority) leads and coordinates British Columbia’s skilled trades system.
For more information, visit our resource page here.
British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) > BCIT
The British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) has five campuses located in the Metro Vancouver region, with its main campus in Burnaby. The school operates as a vocational and technical school, offering apprenticeships for the skilled trades and diplomas and degrees in vocational education.
The electrician apprenticeship process requires time spent on the job and in school training. An electrician trainee must complete a four-year program, including 6,000 workplace hours and 1,200 in-school hours of training. After completion of training, a passing grade on the inter-provincial exam will result in the B.C. Certificate of Apprenticeship, B.C. Certificate of Qualification, and the Inter-provincial Standard Endorsement, also known as Red Seal.
EngWorks Hazardous Locations Fundamentals Course > EngWorks
ECABC is pleased to offer an online, self-paced course on Hazardous Locations Fundamentals through EngWorks Inc.
Learn more about this course and register here.
For the exclusive coupon code, contact ECABC’s Education Coordinator at education@eca.bc.ca or (604) 294-4123.