1. Skilled Trades & Apprenticeships

2. 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

3. Who should consider a career in the skilled trades? Hands-on learner Likes variety Good problem-solver Strong math & science skills Creative

4. 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

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

6. What “trades” can I apprentice in?

7. Four Sectors Construction Motive Power Industrial Service

8. 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

9. 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

10. 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

11. 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

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

13. 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

14. OYAP Program Delivery In our school board, OYAP can be delivered in two ways: 1.Co-operative education placement 2. Dual Credit College-Delivered Apprenticeship

15. 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

16. 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

17. 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