At the end of this training program, students will have acquired the necessary skills to professionally train apprentice circus artists. Employment prospects are varied, ranging from preparatory and higher education circus arts training to continuing education for professional circus artists.
This program, which is offered in English remotely or in French in-person or remotely, leads to an Attestation of Collegial Studies (AEC NRC.09) or an Attestation of School Studies (AEE).
| Programs | Who can register? | Particularities |
| AEC – Trainer in Circus Arts | Canadian and international students eligible for the AEC | This program is accredited by the Ministère de l’Enseignement supérieur du Québec.
In order to obtain an AEC, international students must demonstrate a sufficient level of skills in French. |
| Attestation of Studies from the School – Trainer in Circus Arts | International students | The Attestation is not sanctioned by the Ministère de l’Enseignement supérieur du Québec.
This program offers the same course grid as the AEC – Trainer in Circus Arts. |
The English Trainer in Circus Arts program is only offered remotely. It provides for 765 hours of training, i.e. 55 hours of classes and 210 hours of internship. The student must find an internship in the workplace.
2025-2026 school year
Fall session
| Mode | Start date | End date | To note |
| Remote | August 11, 2025 | December 13, 2025 | Remote training is also offered in French. |
Winter session
| Mode | Start date | End date | To note |
| Remote | January 5, 2026 | May 31, 2026 | Remote training is also offered in French. |
| Class management |
| Initial training in circus techniques |
| Supervising the creation and realization of a performance |
| Setup and teardown of acrobatic apparatus |
| Animation of social circus activities |
| Movement analysis |
| Physical and psychological development |
| Advanced training in circus techniques |
| High-level training in circus techniques |
| Internship in the workplace |
To recognize the experience and training of candidates, the School has put in place a process for recognizing prior knowledge and skills. Upon approval of their application for recognition of acquired training or experience, the student may be exempted from part of or from an entire class.
To be eligible for the program, the individual must:
OR
All documents submitted in a language other than English or French must be accompanied by a translation.
| Status | Required documents |
| Canadian student or permanent resident |
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|
International student |
|
2025-2026 school year
| File opening | $50 |
| Registration fees | $200 |
| Related fees* | $150 |
| Tuition fees for Canadian students and permanent residents students who are Quebec residents* | $5,050 |
| Tuition fees for Canadian students and permanent resident students who are not Quebec residents* | $5,775 |
| Tuition fees for international students* | $7,825 |
* Payable in three instalments.
Fees are in Canadian dollars and are subject to change.
The training gives access to health services (only for in-person training), to our specialized Library as well as to the scholarship program of the National Circus School Foundation.
To learn more about our services, visit the Student Services page.
Individuals enrolled in one of our full-time programs and who are Canadian citizens may apply for financial assistance from their respective provincial ministry.
We also offer scholarships to students who do not have sufficient financial resources to follow our professional training, regardless of their status. Find out more about the National Circus School Foundation’s scholarship program.
The English Trainer in Circus Arts program is only offered remotely. It provides for 765 hours of training, i.e. 55 hours of classes and 210 hours of internship. The student must find an internship in the workplace.
2025-2026 school year
Fall session
| Mode | Start date | End date | To note |
| Remote | August 11, 2025 | December 13, 2025 | Remote training is also offered in French. |
Winter session
| Mode | Start date | End date | To note |
| Remote | January 5, 2026 | May 31, 2026 | Remote training is also offered in French. |
| Class management |
| Initial training in circus techniques |
| Supervising the creation and realization of a performance |
| Setup and teardown of acrobatic apparatus |
| Animation of social circus activities |
| Movement analysis |
| Physical and psychological development |
| Advanced training in circus techniques |
| High-level training in circus techniques |
| Internship in the workplace |
To recognize the experience and training of candidates, the School has put in place a process for recognizing prior knowledge and skills. Upon approval of their application for recognition of acquired training or experience, the student may be exempted from part of or from an entire class.
To be eligible for the program, the individual must:
OR
All documents submitted in a language other than English or French must be accompanied by a translation.
| Status | Required documents |
| Canadian student or permanent resident |
|
|
International student |
|
2025-2026 school year
| File opening | $50 |
| Registration fees | $200 |
| Related fees* | $150 |
| Tuition fees for Canadian students and permanent residents students who are Quebec residents* | $5,050 |
| Tuition fees for Canadian students and permanent resident students who are not Quebec residents* | $5,775 |
| Tuition fees for international students* | $7,825 |
* Payable in three instalments.
Fees are in Canadian dollars and are subject to change.
The training gives access to health services (only for in-person training), to our specialized Library as well as to the scholarship program of the National Circus School Foundation.
To learn more about our services, visit the Student Services page.
Individuals enrolled in one of our full-time programs and who are Canadian citizens may apply for financial assistance from their respective provincial ministry.
We also offer scholarships to students who do not have sufficient financial resources to follow our professional training, regardless of their status. Find out more about the National Circus School Foundation’s scholarship program.
You can consult our FAQ or contact us by email at [email protected].
