1. THE ONTARIO APPRENTICESHIP SYSTEM
An Overview

2. APPRENTICESHIP: BASIC FACTS
Apprenticeship is a model of training whereby the trade, occupation or skill set is learned directly from a tradesperson.
Approximately 90 percent of apprenticeship training is provided in the workplace by experienced tradespersons. Apprentices earn while they learn.
Ten per cent of the training (theory and application) occurs in school through community colleges or other approved training organizations.
Most apprenticeship training programs are two to five years in duration, depending on the trade/occupation.
<                  Approximately 90 percent of apprenticeship training is provided in the workplace by employers. The remainder involves classroom instruction on trade-related theory, which is usually given at a local community college, or provided through another approved training organization. There are a small number of apprentices who acquire their theoretical learning through other means such as correspondence courses, manuals, and computer-based training.
<                  Apprenticeships last generally from two to five years, depending on the complexity of the trade being learned and the apprentice’s individual pace of learning. 
<                  Apprentices are paid workers. To become an apprentice, individuals must first find employment in a chosen trade. Along with their employers, they then sign a training agreement with the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities.
<                  Upon completion of training, apprentices apply to write the Certificate of Qualification examination.
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3. APPRENTICESHIP: BASIC FACTS
In , the apprenticeship system served over 75,200 active apprentices and more than 28,000 employers
26,000 new apprentices were registered in 2007/08
There are currently 650,000 certified journeypersons in Ontario
There are over 130 apprenticeable trades and occupations
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4. Apprenticeship Trade Sectors
Construction
Industrial
Motive Power
Service
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5. Construction Sector includes...
Electrician
Carpenter
Plumber
Boilermaker
Hoisting Engineer
R/AC Mechanic
Sheet Metal Worker
Brick & Stone Mason
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6. Manufacturing/Industrial Sector includes….
General Machinist
Mould Maker
Tool and Die Maker
Industrial Mechanic Millwright
Industrial Woodworker
Industrial Electrician
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7. Motive Power Sector includes...
Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic
Auto Service Technician
Auto Body Repairer
Marine Mechanic
Automotive Electronic Accessory Technician
Truck & Coach Technician
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8. Service Sector includes...
Horticulturist
Hairstylist
Cook
Baker
Arborist
Network Cabling Specialist
Early Childhood Educator
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9. The Apprenticeship Process
Employer/Sponsor and Employee meet minimum requirements
Contract/Training Agreement registered
Training Standards issued
Apprentice works/trains with Employer and attends theoretical (in – school) training
Completion of terms of Training Agreement/Contract of Apprenticeship.
Exam/Certification/Journeyperson
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10. The Apprenticeship Process: Registration
Apprentices must find a sponsor or employer to train them before they can be registered as apprentices.
Eligibility Requirements
Employer:
Must have qualified personnel to conduct training
Must have equipment and machinery to deliver training to ministry approved standards
Must be in compliance with all occupational legislation
Apprentice:
Must be 16 years of age or older
Must have an employer or sponsor willing and capable to train
Must meet academic entry requirement for the trade
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11. The Apprenticeship Process: On-the-Job Training
Apprentices are paid by their sponsor or employer while they train on-the-job, and receive Employment Insurance benefits while they attend in-school training (full time only).
The sponsor or employer registers an apprentice through Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities field offices.
A Ministry Training Consultant monitors the progress of the apprentice’s training.
When the apprentice completes both on-the-job and in-school training, s/he may apply to write the Certificate of Qualification examination.
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12. The Apprenticeship Process: In-School Training
Flexible Delivery of in-school Training
Block Release
Apprentice attends one in-school session per year (approximately 8 weeks)
Alternative Forms of Delivery are increasing:
Part-time School – some apprentices attend school one day per week or in the evening throughout the year
Distance Delivery – study guides; e-learning through Internet and CD ROMs and, in future, video teleconferencing
College/Employer Partnerships – some colleges deliver schooling at the employer’s worksite
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13. The Apprenticeship Process: Certification
When the apprentice completes both on-the-job and in-school training, s/he receives a Certificate of Apprenticeship.
Where an exam exists for the trade, the apprentice must receive a minimum of 70% to receive a Certificate of Qualification.
The Red Seal Program: National Standard agreed to by all provinces
There are 46 Red Seal trades
Certified journeypersons can work in any province or territory.
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14. The Apprenticeship Process: Costs
Registration Fees - $40.00 paid by apprentice
On-the-Job Training – responsibility of employer to abide by Employment Standards Act (ESA).
Theory/In-school Training – classroom fee of $10.00 per day of training paid by the apprentice; remaining costs (approximately 80 %) paid by the Ministry.
Examination – $ paid by apprentice
Certificates and Renewals – $60.00
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15. How Do I Become an Apprentice?
Determine the area or trade you want as a career. Help is available to help to choose a career path
Find an employer willing to take you on as an apprentice. Job search help is available if you need it
Most Community Colleges offer the in school portion for particular trades. Many also offer pre-apprenticeship programs.
Some companies have joint union-management Board of Directors and funded through union/employer contributions. These centres also serve as Local Apprenticeship Committees that can sign up new apprentices. In these cases the union can guide you through the processes
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16. How Do I Become an Apprentice?
The Employment Ontario Network:
Ontario Employment Resource Centres provide help with career explorations and how to find a job.
A job developer/employment counsellor can work with you individually to find an employer.
Help you to explore career options
Help you with job searching tools and information
Provide information about training options
Suggest other services that may help you.
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17. MINISTRY OF TRAINING, COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES
Assistance Programs
The Apprenticeship Scholarship and Employer Signing Bonus:
Supports training for youth who have left school but require upgrading to meet apprenticeship requirements.
A $1,000 scholarship for a young person who completes upgrading and registers as an apprentice;
A $2,000 per apprentice signing bonus for the employer who provides apprenticeship training.
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