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

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

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

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

ServiceExamples 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:

1. Co-operative education placement

2. Dual Credit College-Delivered Apprenticeship

OYAP – Co-operative EducationSteps 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 CreditThe 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 CreditSteps 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