Machinist Certificate

For Machinist Certificate, tuition costs 21,217 CAD per year; the application deadline for the Aug 2027 intake is May 1, 2027.

The Machinist Certificate is a one-year program for students who want to work with machine tools and gain hands-on experience in industrial settings. It's a non-degree program offered in English at Saskatchewan Polytechnic, Saskatoon, and is ideal for those with good computer skills and math skills. The program helps students get a head start on apprenticeship and can fast-track them into the workforce.

The curriculum includes training on various machine tools such as lathes, mills, drill presses, surface grinders, CNC lathes, and machining centres. Students will also learn online and participate in blended training for the CNC course, as well as an industry-based work experience. This hands-on approach will help students develop problem-solving and creativity skills to machine parts to blueprint specifications.

Graduates of the Machinist Certificate program can pursue careers as Machinists, CNC Machinists, Tool and Die Makers, Machine Operators, or Manufacturing Technicians. They can work in various industries such as manufacturing, oil and gas, power utilities, or mining, and can be employed by companies that operate in these sectors.

Saskatchewan Polytechnic in Saskatoon is a leading Canadian applied learning institution established in 1941, focused on career-oriented education and technical training. The Saskatoon campus delivers hands-on programs in health sciences, engineering technologies, business and trades, designed with employer input to match regional and national labour needs. With around 15,000 students and strong industry connections, the polytechnic emphasizes workplace readiness and practical skills.

Programs emphasize simulations, lab work, co-op placements and industry projects so students graduate with job-ready competencies. Faculty bring current professional experience into teaching and campus facilities replicate workplace environments to accelerate learning. International students receive orientation, language support and dedicated services for credential recognition, visa guidance and career placement in Canada’s growing sectors.

Saskatoon offers an affordable, safe city with a welcoming community, active cultural events and outdoor recreation along rivers and parks. Student services include housing assistance, mental health supports and employer networking events to ease the transition to employment. With 34 programs and flexible continuing education options, Saskatchewan Polytechnic supports lifelong learning and provides clear, applied pathways for international students pursuing technical careers in Canada.