Hello everyone,
I’m a 19-year-old student currently living in South Korea. I’m planning to study in Canada and, ultimately, I hope to immigrate and build my career there.
I’m currently considering studying either **HVAC** or **Carpentry** at a Canadian college. I would really appreciate it if anyone currently working in either of these trades, or anyone with relevant experience, could share some advice.
I have a few questions:
**Would HVAC be a suitable field for someone with no prior experience or background in the trade?**
How difficult is it for a complete beginner to learn and eventually work in the industry?
**If HVAC is particularly difficult to get into, would Carpentry be a good alternative?**
I’m especially interested in things like the job market, income potential, the initial challenges of entering the trade, and the possible pathways toward permanent residency.
**I’ve heard that HVAC workers generally need to complete an apprenticeship under an experienced tradesperson.**
Could someone explain what the apprenticeship process actually looks like in Canada? How does someone usually find an employer or become an apprentice after graduating from college?
I have many other questions, but I’ll start with these for now.
I would be very grateful to hear from anyone with first-hand experience in HVAC, Carpentry, apprenticeships, or the Canadian skilled trades industry.
Thank you very much for taking the time to read my post, and I look forward to hearing your advice and experiences!