Tiny Home Construction Fundamentals Program 

Atlantic Home Building & Renovation Sector Council is committed to equipping individuals with the essential skills and certifications needed to succeed in the construction industry. Our direct-entry Training Programs provide hands-on experience, safety certifications, and career readiness to ensure workers meet industry standards and employer expectations.

Our 10-week microcredential program, Tiny Home Construction Fundamentals, offers participants real-world building experience while focusing on basic carpentry principles. The program provides paid work experience, accredited microcredentials through Cape Breton University, and Co-op credits through the Annapolis Valley Regional Centre for Education. This program offers hands-on training in:

• Framing & walls, installing doors and windows, and insulation
• Tool handling and safety
• Building code fundamentals

Earn your Industry Certifications in THCF

Participants in our THCF Program also earn essential safety certifications to enhance their employability and workplace readiness thanks to our training partners. Certifications include:

• First Aid/CPR Certification – Ensuring participants can respond to medical emergencies on-site.
• Scaffolding (End Frame) Training – Teaching safe scaffold assembly, usage, and compliance with industry regulations.
• Ladder Safety and Awareness – Covering best practices for ladder usage and accident prevention.
• Fall Prevention Certification – Providing knowledge on harness use, fall protection systems, and working at heights.
• WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System) – Educating participants on handling hazardous materials safely.
• Occupational Health and Safety for New Workers – Introducing key safety protocols and employer expectations in the construction industry.

Thanks To Our THCF Partners