program detail
Application icon

CAD 17550

Annual Tuition Fee

!
*Subject to change and other fees
Application icon

CAD 125 Waived

Application Fee

Duration icon

24 months

Duration

Duration icon

6

IELTS

Duration icon

80

TOEFL

Duration icon

50%

Min GPA

Program Overview

The Environmental Technician program will prepare you for work in the growing field of environmental technology. Courses will cover the three foundational disciplines of biology, chemistry and civil engineering while teaching you to understand and manage complex environmental problems. The program will include hands-on training as you'll learn to use the tools and equipment needed in water and soil quality analysis, ecological field sampling, analytical chemistry and surveying. Opportunities will exist for participation in local conservation and restoration activities.

A unique combination of technical skills will greatly increase your career options once you graduate from this applied science program, which is the recipient of the President's Academic Program Recognition Award for Quality of the Learning Experience.

Program Highlights

  • Graduates are qualified to write the Ontario Ministry of the Environment Operator-in-Training exam.
  • Program graduates may be eligible to apply credits towards university degree programs.
  • Transfer credits/advanced standing may be awarded for previous science or engineering education.
  • The Biotechnology, Environmental Technology, and Food Science Technology programs share a common first semester, which provides the flexibility to transfer between programs before starting the second semester.
  • Opportunities exist for participation in local conservation and restoration activities.

Drinking Water Operators
If you successfully complete the entry-level course for drinking water operators, you'll meet the requirements of the Ministry of the Environment's entry-level course for drinking water operators. Centennial College delivers this course in partnership with the Ministry of the Environment and the Walkerton Clean Water Centre.

Read more

Additional Information

Program Level UG Certificate / Diploma

College/University Processing Time 5 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Program Intake

Open

Jan 2026

Closed

Jan 2025, May 2024, Sep 2024, Sep 2025

General Admission Requirement

  • IELTS
    • Minimum Overall Score - 6.0 - With No Band Less Than - 5.5
  • TOEFL
    • Minimum Overall Score - 80.0  Minimum Listening - 20.0  Minimum Reading - 20.0  Minimum Writing - 20.0  Minimum Speaking - 20.0  
  • PTE
    • Minimum Overall Score - 51
  • DUOLINGO
    • Minimum Overall Score - 105.0  

Academic Requirement

  • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Grade 12 / High School Diploma in PCM, including the following required course(s):
    • Grade 12 English (C or U), or equivalent
    • Grade 12 Mathematics (C or U), or equivalent

6 IELTS Score
80 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
51 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
105 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
50% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

Similar Programs

Tuition Fee

The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.

Average Tuition Fee Per Year

17550

Tuition Fee
(CAD)

CAD 125 Waived

Application Fee
(CAD)

12000 Per year

Average Cost of Living
(CAD)

info icon

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Check program website for more information about funding options.

Scholarships

International Mobility Scholarship

Centennial College is committed to supporting international students as they navigate their unique educational paths to Canada. If you’re an International student considering our wide-ranging programs in September 2025 programs, we invite you to apply for the NEW Centennial College International Mobility Scholarship.


Scholarship Overview:

Centennial College is offering 85 scholarships annually, each valued at $4,000, distributed in two instalments:

  • $2,000 during your first year at Centennial College
  • $2,000 during your second year of study


Eligibility Criteria:

To qualify for this scholarship, you must:

  • Be a non-resident, non-citizen of Canada
  • Be fully accepted into the first year of a 2-year or longer program at Centennial College
  • Have an admission average above 65% (OSSD equivalent)
  • Complete and submit the International Scholarship Application 

Additionally, a minimum number of awards will be reserved for female applicants pursuing STEM-related programs.


How to Apply:

  • All eligible students who have accepted their offer for September 2025 will receive the scholarship application via email. Please check your inbox for details.
  • To apply, submit your International Scholarship Application before the deadline of May 1, 2025.

Not sure what you are looking for?

Don’t worry, we are here to help.

Let's Talk

World class education waiting for you.

Popular university and colleges for Studying abroad.

Popular English Language Proficiency Exams

Study in Canada Blogs & Articles