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Cert in Heavy Equipment Operator

College of the North Atlantic

Stephenville, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada

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At College of the North Atlantic in Stephenville, Canada, Cert in Heavy Equipment Operator is offered as a certificate in Music programme. The programme runs for 22 weeks, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 5,311 per semester (CAD 1,927 per semester for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Certificate
Field: Music
Duration: 22 weeks
Delivery: On Campus
Local tuition: CAD 1,927 / semester
International tuition: CAD 5,311 / semester

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked September 2026 · Source: cna.nl.ca ·

Program details

Overview

The Heavy Equipment Operator program trains students in the safe and effective operation of heavy earth-moving equipment, including dozers, front-end loaders, graders, dump trucks, backhoes, and excavators. Instruction covers machine capabilities, preventative maintenance, safe work practices, and industry operating standards. The program runs full-time over 22 weeks and leads to a Certificate, delivered on-campus at the Bay St. George and Placentia campuses, with a shared delivery model at St. Anthony combining theory there with practical training at Bay St. George. A Tandem Dump Truck specialization requires a valid Class 05 licence held for at least 12 months, a Motor Registration Division medical examination report, and a driving abstract with no more than four demerit points. General admission requires high school graduation, Adult Basic Education Level III with the General College Profile, a Trades Bridging Certificate, a College Transition Certificate, or qualification as a mature student.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Eligibility requires the applicant to meet one of the following academic criteria: High School Graduation; Adult Basic Education (Level III) Graduation with General College Profile; Trades Bridging Certificate; College Transition Certificate; or Mature Student Requirements (at least 19 years of age, out of school one year minimum). Applicants to the Tandem Dump Truck specialization must additionally hold a valid Class 05 licence for the prior 12 months, provide a Motor Registration Division medical examination report, and provide a driving abstract with no more than four demerit points.

Application Details

Start Date: September and November

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Type: College
Control: Public
Founded: 1997
Students: 8,000
Programs: 111
Location: Stephenville, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Cert in Heavy Equipment Operator award?

College of the North Atlantic awards a Certificate in the field of Music on completion of this programme.

How long does Cert in Heavy Equipment Operator take?

The programme runs for 22 weeks.

How much does Cert in Heavy Equipment Operator cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 5,311 per semester (CAD 1,927 per semester for local students).

Can Cert in Heavy Equipment Operator be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at College of the North Atlantic.

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