TRU Community Education Kamloops

10/06/2026

Gain the skills needed to respond confidently in workplace emergencies with the Advanced First Aid training. This intensive two-week course combines classroom learning with hands-on practice and leads to a WorkSafeBC First Aid Attendant certification valid for 3 years.

November 16-27, 2026
Kamloops
Monday-Friday | 8:30 AM-4:30 PM
$1,050

Whether you're advancing your career or meeting workplace requirements, this certification can help you take the next step.

Secure your spot today: https://www.tru.ca/regionalcentres/register.html

10/02/2026

Looking to gain valuable bookkeeping knowledge or start a career in business administration? Join our 5-week interactive, online, instructor-led Bookkeeping course and develop the skills needed to perform basic bookkeeping tasks in a small business setting.

You'll learn:
Basic bookkeeping terminology
Double-entry bookkeeping
General ledger accounts
Understanding income statements and balance sheets
Bank reconciliations
Petty cash reconciliation

October 13 - November 12, 2026
Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays
9:00 - 11:00 a.m.
$425

Whether you're entering the workforce, supporting a small business, or looking to upgrade your skills, this course provides a solid foundation in bookkeeping principles and practices.

Register now: https://www.tru.ca/regionalcentres/register.html

09/25/2026

Do you live, work, or spend time around trees and wooded areas? This is your chance to learn valuable safety skills from the experts!

Join TRU staff and wildlife specialists in Clearwater for a free, hands-on training program where you'll learn to identify hazardous trees, improve your chainsaw safety knowledge, and understand critical powerline safety practices.

Bring your steel-toed boots and outdoor work gear, and we'll provide the training!

When: October 3 - 4, 2026
Time: 8am to 4:30pm

Register with TRU Community Education today and take your outdoor safety skills to the next level. https://www.tru.ca/regionalcentres/register.html

250-828-5106
[email protected]

09/14/2026

Looking to grow your leadership skills?

Whether you're stepping into a supervisory role for the first time or looking to sharpen your management skills, our upcoming online courses can help you succeed!

Stepping Up to Supervision
Sept 21 - 25

Management Skills for Supervisors
Choose the parts that fit your needs or complete the full series:

Part 1: Interpersonal Skills
Oct 26 - Nov 5

Part 2: Team Building Skills
Nov 23 - Dec 3

Part 3: Administrative Skills
Jan 18 - 28

Invest in your professional growth and develop the skills today's supervisors need!

Save your seat today! Register by phone at 250-392-8010 or online at https://www.tru.ca/regionalcentres/register.html

09/03/2026

We have only a couple seats left for our Basic Drone Pilot Training! If you are looking to enhance your resume or just learn a new skill, this is your chance!

Funded seats are limited!

Review your eligibility here: https://www.workbc.ca/.../strongerbc.../eligibility-criteria

Register here: https://www.tru.ca/.../strongerbc-future-skills-grant.html

Ready to take flight? This funded program is your gateway to becoming a certified drone operator. Learn from experienced industry professionals through a combination of online ground school, classroom learning, and hands-on flight training.

• No previous aviation or drone experience required
• Transport Canada-aligned curriculum
• Learn aviation regulations, flight planning, safety, and emergency procedures
• Gain real-world flying experience

Start building the skills and confidence to fly drones safely and professionally. Your future in drone technology begins here!

Funding provided by the Province of British Columbia through the StrongerBC future skills grant.

Review your eligibility here: https://www.workbc.ca/develop-skills/funding-grants-learners/strongerbc-future-skills-grant/eligibility-criteria

Register here: https://www.tru.ca/awards/government-programs/strongerbc-future-skills-grant.html

08/18/2026

Be prepared to make a difference in an emergency. The Basic First Aid course provides the essential skills to respond confidently to workplace and everyday emergencies, including CPR-A, AED use, bleeding control, and choking response. Certification is valid for 3 years.

Dates:
September 17
October 3, 22, 29
November 12
December 12

Cost: $140

Register here today! https://www.tru.ca/regionalcentres/register.html

07/17/2026

Start a Career in Building Maintenance!

Our Building Service / Custodial Worker Certification Program gives you hands-on training in cleaning techniques, equipment use, floor care, general maintenance, and safety.

Week 1: July 27 - 31, 2026
Week 2: August 4 - 8, 2026
8:30 am – 4:00 pm

Cost: $1,389

Perfect for anyone looking for a stable, in-demand career.

Register now: https://www.tru.ca/regionalcentres/register.html

07/14/2026

Ready to take flight? This funded program is your gateway to becoming a certified drone operator. Learn from experienced industry professionals through a combination of online ground school, classroom learning, and hands-on flight training.

• No previous aviation or drone experience required
• Transport Canada-aligned curriculum
• Learn aviation regulations, flight planning, safety, and emergency procedures
• Gain real-world flying experience

Start building the skills and confidence to fly drones safely and professionally. Your future in drone technology begins here!

Funding provided by the Province of British Columbia through the StrongerBC future skills grant.

Review your eligibility here: https://www.workbc.ca/develop-skills/funding-grants-learners/strongerbc-future-skills-grant/eligibility-criteria

Register here: https://www.tru.ca/awards/government-programs/strongerbc-future-skills-grant.html

06/17/2026

Congratulations to the participants of the second cohort of the YMCA Canada Open Door Group Jobs in Demand: Kamloops Tradeworks Construction Craft Worker program for completing your practical experience this week. Both cohorts have done an incredible job of installing concrete on the Thompson Rivers University campus and it shows.

Best of luck as you move onto the next portion of the program, which focuses on job readiness.

06/15/2026

Nine carpentry apprenticeship students just completed their training at Lytton First Nations, making it the first Thompson Rivers University apprenticeship program to complete all four levels of training in the community. Congratulations to the graduates on all your success, and thanks to those who helped to make this program possible.

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