Cert in Aircraft Maintenance Technician - Structures is a certificate programme offered by Nova Scotia Community College in Halifax, Canada. The programme runs for 1 year, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 13,505 per year (CAD 9,450 per year for local students).
At a glance
Degree:Certificate
Duration: 1 year
Delivery: On Campus
Local tuition: CAD 9,450 / year
International tuition: CAD 13,505 / year
We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page.
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Last reviewed September 2026 ·
Program details
Overview
Aircraft Maintenance Technician - Structures at Nova Scotia Community College is a one-year certificate program that trains students in the metal and composite assembly and repair of airplane and helicopter structures. Coursework covers inspection, maintenance, assembly, and structural repair procedures, applying approved techniques to both metallic and composite aircraft components to industry standards. Instruction takes place at NSCC's Aviation Institute at Dartmouth Gate, part of Ivany Campus, in a facility built to simulate a hangar-like work environment with shops and spaces designed for aviation-industry conditions. The program suits students seeking entry into the aerospace maintenance field. Transport Canada recognizes NSCC as an Approved Training Organization, and graduates may receive ten months of credit toward Aircraft Maintenance Engineer licensure. Admission requires a high school diploma or equivalent; international applicants must meet country-specific diploma equivalency and English language requirements. The program is eligible for the Post-Graduation Work Permit for international graduates.
Requirements
Admission Requirements: Nova Scotia Community College requires a High School Graduation Diploma or equivalent for this programme. International applicants' diploma equivalency and English language requirements vary by country per NSCC's international requirements documentation, and the programme defers to the institution-wide proficiency standard: IELTS Academic minimum 6.0 on each band, TOEFL iBT 80 overall, Duolingo English Test 115 overall with no subscore below 95, CAEL Band 60, CanTest 4.5 average, or PTE Academic 55, or an exemption.
