ABOUT NAUSC
The National Association of Union Schools & Colleges (NAUSC) envisions a future where the building trades industry continues to thrive with highly skilled and empowered workers. We see a harmonious partnership between industry, government, and our organization, ensuring a robust workforce, with safe and productive working environments.
"TRAINING TO A HIGHER STANDARD"
2010
Year Established
200+
Instructors & National Resource Trainers
33
Training Centres Across Canada
61,000
Members
Canada wide
Training serves as the bedrock of every industry in which our program participants are engaged. Whether it involves professional development, pre-entry programs, apprenticeship, post-journey training, job-site leadership, or other specialized programs, NAUSC is dedicated to delivering training of the utmost quality. This commitment necessitates a relentless pursuit of improvement and access to nationwide resources, bolstered by stringent quality control protocols.
OUR MISSION
Our mission at NAUSC is to lead the building trades industry toward excellence by delivering comprehensive professional development and specialized training programs. We aim to enhance the skills, employability, and well-being of our program participants while promoting apprenticeship and post-journey training.
STRATEGY
To fulfill our mission, NAUSC will collaborate with industry stakeholders, streamline training processes, advocate for supportive policies and harness technology to provide innovative and adaptable training solutions that strengthen the learning experience. We will leverage our national presence, expertise, and partnerships to drive industry growth and meet evolving workforce needs.
VISION
Through the alignment of our goals and actionable strategies, NAUSC will continue to lead workforce development, empowering workers and advancing the building trades industry across Canada.
KEY OBJECTIVES AND STRATEGIC ACTIONS
Our overarching goal is to foster a thriving and dynamic industry with a highly trained and adaptable workforce. This goal encompasses several key objectives:
1
Empowering a Highly Skilled Workforce
Deliver cutting-edge training programs, specialized resources, and mentorship initiatives to elevate worker skills, support diverse career opportunities, and foster lifelong learning through post-journey development.
2
Championing Certification Recognition
Advocate for standardized, nationally recognized certifications to empower apprentices and journeypersons as qualified practitioners in their trades.
3
Adapting to Technological Advancements
Modernize curriculum and training programs by integrating emerging technologies, guided by a dedicated technology advisory committee.
4
Supporting Apprenticeships
Promote Red Seal initiatives and expand apprenticeship resources to attract, train, and retain top talent.
5
Enhancing Regional Collaboration
Foster communication and knowledge sharing across Western, Central, and Eastern Canada to ensure consistent training standards and maximize effectiveness.
6
Fostering Industry Partnerships
Collaborate with industry leaders and employers to address skill gaps and align training programs with market demands.
7
Securing Government Support
Partner with government agencies to secure funding, streamline approval processes, and advocate for policies that reinforce skilled trades training and apprenticeship programs.
8
Advancing Public Awareness
Launch campaigns to highlight the critical role of union schools in developing a highly skilled workforce and enhancing the value of skilled trades.
*Learn more about the Red Seal Program by visiting red-seal.ca
OUR VALUE—THE BENEFITS OF NAUSC
Trades Professionals
“Preparation Meeting Opportunity”
Access to industry-leading training.
Nationwide certification recognition.
Expanded career opportunities.
Trades Unions
“Providing the Best-Trained Workforce”
Training is the foundation of success.
Supports membership employability.
Increases workforce value.
Contractor Employers
“Bid with Confidence”
Access to the best-trained and mobile workforce.
Unmatched quality, productivity, and safety.
Innovative, responsive, and adaptable training solutions.
Government
“Subject Matter Experts & Industry Stewards”
Alignment with Red Seal standards.
Industry stewardship and expertise.
Partnership in future workforce preparation.
Authorities Having Jurisdiction
“Awareness and Alignment”
Improved communication channels.
Adoption and compliance support.
Collaborative alignment with training initiatives.
Codes and Standards
“Subject Matter Expertise & Resources”
Expertise in interpretation and implementation.
Access to industry professionals for guidance.
Integration into training programs.
Associations
“Participation of Industry Professionals”
Access to a network of industry experts.
Collaboration on strategic initiatives.
Enhanced alignment with industry goals.
Manufacturers
“Partnering with Industry Leaders”
Mutually beneficial partnerships.
Skilled trades professionals as a value-add.
Increased confidence in workforce capabilities.
"NAUSC is a comprehensive solution to national standardization providing mobility of qualifications and quality assurance ensuring value and opportunity to every program participant, partner, business and training representative."
Mike Gordon — Executive Director, NAUSC
REGIONS
The National Association of Union Schools & Colleges (NAUSC) is comprised of three regions in the Western, Central, and Eastern areas of Canada. It is a national organization that represents over 61,000 members and 33 local union training schools and colleges across the country.
CONTACT US
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