Machinist Certificate

For Machinist Certificate, the deadline to apply for the Aug 2027 intake is May 1, 2027, and tuition comes to 21,217 CAD per year.

The Machinist Certificate is a one-year non-degree program at Saskatchewan Polytechnic, Regina, for students who want to work in industrial settings. It helps you develop problem-solving and creativity skills to machine parts to specifications. You'll learn on various machine tools and participate in an industry-based work experience.

The curriculum includes hands-on training on lathes, mills, drill presses, surface grinders, CNC lathes, and machining centres. You'll also learn online and blended training for the CNC course. To succeed, you'll need good computer skills, math skills, and be comfortable working in industrial settings.

After completing this program, you can work as a Machinist, CNC Machinist, Tool and Die Maker, Machine Shop Supervisor, or Quality Control Inspector in industries like manufacturing, oil and gas, or power utilities. Employers may include manufacturing facilities, mines, mills, and chemical plants.

Saskatchewan Polytechnic, Regina, is a hands-on institution known for industry-focused technical and vocational education. Established roots and modern facilities support a practical approach to learning that prepares students for direct entry into the workforce. The Regina campus offers applied programs designed to meet regional and national labour needs, with a student body that includes a significant international presence and a commitment to experiential learning.

Programs cover a broad range of trades, health technologies, business and engineering technologies, with 27 distinct options that emphasize applied skills, labs and work placements. Strong partnerships with local employers shape curricula and create practicum and co-op opportunities, allowing students to build professional networks and accumulate workplace experience before graduation. Faculty with industry backgrounds provide mentorship and skill-focused instruction aligned with employer expectations.

Campus services support both domestic and international students through advising, skills development and career-centred workshops, helping graduates navigate job search and credential recognition. The college’s practical training model, combined with vibrant community ties in Regina, makes it a pragmatic choice for students seeking applied learning and clear pathways into employment across Saskatchewan and beyond.