Custodial Services Training Program
Location: Whitby Campus - 1003 Giffard Street, Whitby, ON, L1N 2S3
Dates: November 10, 2025 to April 2, 2026
Material Fee: $450
Telephone: (905) 438-0570
Email: credit.reg@dcdsb.ca
Monday to Friday (8:30 am – 1:30 pm for in school training; job placement hours will consist of an 8 hour day)
Important Dates
| In School Training Dates | Job Placement (Cooperative Education) |
| November 10, 2025 to January 22, 2026 | January 23 to April 2, 2026 |
About the Program
The Custodial Services Training Program is an 18-week program that is designed to prepare individuals with the skills necessary for entry-level custodial positions. Classroom time consists of learning safety practices and protocols, as well as the practical knowledge required for custodial services. Students can earn 5 high school credits and gain on-the-job experience.
Custodians are integral members of an organization. Their responsibilities provide staff with a safe, clean, and secure environment. Today’s custodial profession requires a great deal of knowledge and skill. Custodians are extremely important to the running of an efficient organization and maintaining a healthy environment.
The Custodial Services Training Program has two parts:
Part 1 – In school (9 weeks) 8:30 am – 1:30 pm with a digital literacy component to enhance 21st century learning skills. Students can earn 2 credits for this component
Part 2 – Job Placement (9 weeks) Cooperative Education placement for 3 credits – times of work will vary depending on the placement.
Program Benefits
The benefits of the program include:
- 9 weeks of focused classroom learning for workplace preparation;
- 9 weeks of on-the-job experience in the cooperative education placement;
- Build your resume with certifications in First Aid/CPR, WHMIS, Fall Arrest, Power Hand Tool Safety, Worker Safety Awareness, Infection Prevention and Control, Workplace Violence and Harassment Prevention;
- Network with employers and community agencies; and
- Learn about safety protocols, cleaning procedures, equipment training, use of tools and become trained by knowledgeable professionals in the industry.
Registration for November 2025
To register you must:
- Participate in an interview
- Complete a literacy requirement
Successful applicants must show:
- Clear vulnerable sector criminal record check; and
- Updated immunizations
| Orientation Registration for the Fall/Winter 2025 Program | |
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Orientation/Literacy Test Details
Thursdays June 12 September 18 October 16
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Location: 1003 Giffard Street, Whitby, ON, L1N 2S3 The building is in between St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church and St. John the Evangelist Catholic School.
The orientation for June 12 is now full. Please check back the week of September 2 to register for the September 18 orientation.
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Contact us
For more information, contact the Oshawa Campus: credit.reg@dcdsb.ca or 905-438-0570
