Skilled Trades & Apprenticeships

What are the skilled trades? Occupations that require skilled labour Performed by a licensed “tradesperson” or “journeyperson” Individual has mastered the technical skills associated with the occupation

Who should consider a career in the skilled trades? Hands-on learner Likes variety Good problem-solver Strong math & science skills Creative SOME COMMON CHARACTERISTICS DOES YOUR SON / DAUGHTER POSSESS? HAVE YOU EVER ENCOURAGED TO LOOK INTO A TECHNOLOGICAL CAREER?

What is an Apprenticeship? a certified post-secondary education and training program • qualifies people for employment in the skilled trades sectors 85 - 90% of training takes place in the workplace - learn the skills of a trade from an experienced journeyperson 2-5 years in length

Certificate of Qualification ($30 hr.) Hours 5400-7200 Job Training ($25 hr.) Certificate of Apprenticeship (College) Certificate of Qualification ($30 hr.) Plus Practical Portion With an Employer Hours 3600-5400 Job Training ($21 hr.) Advanced / Level 3 (College) Hours 1800-3600 Job Training ($18hr.) Intermediate / Level 2 (College) Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (Level 1?) 1800 Hours Job Training ($15 hr.) Basic / Level 1 (College) High School Diploma

What “trades” can I apprentice in?

Four Sectors Construction Motive Power Industrial Service

Construction Examples of trades: Carpenter Electrician Crane Operator Glazier Construction Craft Worker Drywall Finisher/Plasterer Mason Painter Plumber Power Line Worker Refrigeration/AC Mechanic Roofer Steam Fitter Sheet Metal Worker

Motive Power Examples of trades: Auto Body Technician Automotive Painter Auto Service Technician Parts Person Small Engine Mechanic Marine Engine Repairer Heavy Duty Technician Transmission Technician Motorcycle Technician Truck/Coach Technician

Industrial Examples of trades: Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Blacksmith Cabinetmaker Draftsperson CNC Programming Facilities Maintenance Mechanic Fitter General Machinist Hydraulic Mechanic Industrial Electrician Locksmith Mould Maker Tool & Die Maker Welder

Service Examples of trades: Agriculture Technician Appliance Service Technician Arborist Baker Cook Child/Youth Worker Early Childhood Education (ECE) Electronic Service Technician Hairstylist Horse Groomer Horticultural Technician IT Support Analyst Network Cabling Pool & Hot Tub/Spa Technician

Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP) allows students to explore careers in the skilled trades and earn valuable workplace experience before they graduate

OYAP Requirements 16 years of age 16 high school credits competencies in Math, English, Science full-time student a positive attitude and good work ethic competencies in the related trade skills an interest in applied technology

OYAP Program Delivery In our school board, OYAP can be delivered in two ways: Co-operative education placement 2. Dual Credit College-Delivered Apprenticeship

OYAP – Co-operative Education Steps that a student would take: select co-op when making course selection complete co-op application package apply for a placement in a skilled trade Benefits: earn 2-4 credits towards OSSD gain experience and develop skills in a skilled trade build connections with people in industry

OYAP – Dual Credit The following Dual Credit programs are available or proposed: Auto Service Technician Educational Assistant Truck and Coach Technician Cook / Chef Tool Maker / General Machinist

OYAP – Dual Credit Steps that a student would take: select the appropriate dual credit when making course selection complete the application package Benefits: earn up to 4 credits towards OSSD gain experience and develop skills in a skilled trade build connections with people in industry earn Level 1 of apprenticeship complete hours towards apprenticeship