I was always good at math and problem solving...
and i loved challenges.Cooperative education (Co-op) courses can be 1 to 4
credits in duration and are linked to related curriculum
courses in any subject. Participating students have the
opportunity to “test drive” potential career choices and
gain valuable work experience. Each student has a
personalized placement learning plan (PPLP) which
provides an individualized framework for this learning
opportunity. While students spend most of their time at
the work placement, they do complete an in-school pre-
placement session and participate in integration days
throughout the semester. Up to 2 Co-op credits can be
counted towards compulsory graduation requirements.
Apprenticeship is a post-secondary education pathway.
An employer uses training standards, found on the
College of Trades website at www.collegeoftrades.ca, to
ensure that an apprentice becomes competent. On-the-
job training comprises about 90% of the apprenticeship.
All apprentices attend in-school sessions, usually offered
by Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology and/or other
approved delivery agents (e.g. unions). Once both the in-
school and on-the-job educational components have
been satisfied, apprentices will receive a Certificate of
Apprenticeship from the Ministry of Training, Colleges
and Universities. For trades with exams, apprentices
must pass the exam before they can receive their
Certificate of Qualification from the College of Trades.
The timeline below represents a typical apprenticeship.
Students must follow their school’s Cooperative
Education application process for OYAP. All other
requirements for the Co-op program must be met (i.e.
you must have earned or be earning a credit in a related
secondary school course). Interested students should
meet with their Guidance Counsellor or your Co-op
teacher.
Your path to qualification
An Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP)
student is a student who is earning cooperative
education credits for work experience in an
apprenticeship occupation. The student may or may not
be formally registered as an apprentice while attending
secondary school. Refer to the Apprenticeship in
Ontario chart for the complete list of apprenticeship
programs.
Who can participate in oYap?
All students participating in OYAP must:•be at least 16 years old;•have completed 16 credits towards the Ontario
Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) prior to startingthe program;
• be enrolled as a full-time student during the program;• be working towards the completion of all OSSD
requirements.
on the job
in sChool
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CertifiCate of apprentiCeship
CertifiCate of QualifiCation
in sChool
(if availablefor trade)
onthejob
onthejob
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CertifiCate ofQualifiCation
in sChool
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That’s why I became a
Tool & Die MakerPlus... the money’s pretty good too!
Thanks OYAP!
The Ontario College of Trades (the College) is the new
regulatory body for skilled trades in Ontario.
The College enforces regulations that help protect the public
interest and foster confidence in the trades and is committed to
promoting the value of working with a qualified tradesperson.
As potential OYAP participants and future journeypersons, the
College is a new, important and evolving part of your career in
the skilled trades. As you progress through your career in your
trade of choice, you may move from apprentice member to full
certified journeyperson membership as you complete your
certification.
Your journey with the College actually starts with OYAP!
If you have a signed Registered Training Agreement, you must
become a member of the College. Membership is free and you
benefit from educational resources via newsletters as well as
possible discounts on various products and services currently
being negotiated by the College. Filling out the application is easy
and you can get access to the application in these ways:
• Your OYAP team at school may distribute applications to you
• You can download a copy of the application from our website
(www.collegeoftrades.ca )
Once you complete your application, you will receive a member
ID card. It is important that you carry this card with you on
worksites at all times to show to a College enforcement officer in
case they ask.
Don’t worry… for some of you who may be starting without
Registered Training Agreements, just make sure you carry your
OYAP ID card on you at all times. You will eventually be eligible
for membership in the College if you decide to continue your
apprenticeship.
Please visit www.collegeoftrades.ca, or call (647) 847-3000.
Toll-free: 1 (855) 299-0028 with any questions.
Follow us on Twitter at @collegeoftrades
We look forward to learning and growing with you.
Congratulations on your first step in a rewarding career in the skilled trades.
LIVE THE SKILLED
LIFE!
LIVE THE SKILLED LIFE!
exams
CertifiCate ofapprentiCeship
Indicates a Designated Compulsory Trade* | Trades that are not Compulsory are Voluntary Trades** | Indicates a Red Seal Program
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Horse Harness MakerHorticultural TechnicianInformation Technology — Contact Centre CustomerService AgentInformation Technology — Contact Centre Sales AgentInformation Technology — Contact Centre TechnicalSupport AgentInformation Technology — Hardware TechnicianInformation Technology — Network TechnicianInstitutional CookMicro Electronics ManufacturerNative Clothing and Crafts ArtisanNetwork Cabling SpecialistParts TechnicianPool, Hot Tub and Spa — InstallerPool, Hot Tub and Spa — Service TechnicianRetail Meat CutterSaddlerySpecial Events CoordinatorUtility ArboristWooden Boat Rebuilder
Architectural Glass and Metal TechnicianBrick and Stone MasonCement (Concrete) FinisherConcrete Pump OperatorConstruction BoilermakerConstruction Craft WorkerConstruction MillwrightDrywall Finisher and PlastererDrywall, Acoustic and Lathing ApplicatorElectrician — Construction and MaintenanceElectrician — Domestic and RuralExterior Insulated Finish Systems MechanicFloor Covering InstallerGeneral CarpenterHazardous Materials WorkerHeat and Frost InsulatorHeavy Equipment Operator — DozerHeavy Equipment Operator — ExcavatorHeavy Equipment Operator —Tractor Loader BackhoeHoisting Engineer — Mobile Crane Operator 1Hoisting Engineer — Mobile Crane Operator 2
Hoisting Engineer — Tower Crane OperatorIronworker — GeneralistIronworker — Structural and OrnamentalNative Residential Construction WorkerPainter and Decorator — Commercial and ResidentialPainter and Decorator — IndustrialPlumberPowerline TechnicianPrecast Concrete ErectorPrecast Concrete FinisherRefractory MasonRefrigeration and Air Conditioning Systems MechanicReinforcing RodworkerResidential (Low Rise) Sheet Metal InstallerResidential Air Conditioning Systems MechanicRestoration MasonRooferSheet Metal WorkerSprinkler and Fire Protection InstallerSteamfitterTerrazzo, Tile and Marble Setter
Bearings MechanicBlacksmithCabinetmakerComposite Structures TechnicianComputer Numerical Control (CNC) ProgrammerDie DesignerDraftsperson — MechanicalDraftsperson — Plastic Mould DesignDraftsperson — Tool and Die DesignElectric Motor System TechnicianElectrical Control (Machine) BuilderElectrician (Signal Maintenance)Elevating Devices MechanicEntertainment Industry Power TechnicianFacilities MechanicFacilities TechnicianFitter — Assembler (Motor Assembly)General MachinistHydraulic/Pneumatic MechanicIndustrial ElectricianIndustrial Mechanic MillwrightInstrumentation and Control TechnicianLight Rail Overhead Contact Systems LinespersonLocksmithMachine Tool Builder and IntegratorMetal Fabricator (Fitter)Mould Designer
Mould MakerMould or Die FinisherOptics Technician (Lens and Prism Maker)Packaging Machine MechanicPattern MakerPrecision Metal FabricatorPressure Systems WelderProcess Operator — Food ManufacturingProcess Operator — PowerProcess Operator — Refinery, Chemical and LiquidProcessesProcess Operator — Wood ProductsPump Systems InstallerRailway Car TechnicianRelay and Instrumentation TechnicianRoll Grinder/TurnerSaw Filer/FitterSki Lift MechanicSurface BlasterSurface Mount AssemblerThin Film TechnicianTool and Cutter GrinderTool and Die MakerTool and Gauge InspectorTool/Tooling MakerTractor-Trailer Commercial DriverWater Well DrillerWelder
Agricultural Equipment TechnicianAlignment and Brakes TechnicianAuto Body and Collision Damage RepairerAuto Body RepairerAutomotive Electronic Accessory TechnicianAutomotive Glass TechnicianAutomotive PainterAutomotive Service TechnicianFuel and Electrical Systems TechnicianHeavy Duty Equipment Technician
Marine Engine TechnicianMotive Power MachinistMotorcycle TechnicianPowered Lift Truck TechnicianRecreation Vehicle TechnicianSmall Engine TechnicianTire, Wheel and Rim MechanicTransmission TechnicianTruck and Coach TechnicianTruck-Trailer Service TechnicianTurf Equipment Technician
red seal program
The Red Seal or InterprovincialStandards Program allows for greatermobility of skilled workers acrossCanada. Currently there are 46 ‘RedSeal’ trades. For more information onthe Red Seal Program, visit:http://www.red-seal.ca
www.oyap.com
LIVE THE SKILLED LIFE!
*compulsory trade: To work in a trade licensed under 'compulsory', one must be a registered apprentice or journeyperson**voluntary trade: Refers to trades that do not require being a registered apprentice or licensed journeyperson
industrial
motive power
construction
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