Skilled trades are occupations that require a specific set of manual or technical skills, often obtained through hands-on training.
These are occupations in the construction, transportation, manufacturing, and service sectors.
There are 300 trades to choose from. The largest apprenticeship programs are in the following trades:
- Automotive Service Technician
- Carpenter
- Construction Electrician
- Cook
- Hairstylist
- Heavy Duty Equipment Technician
- Industrial Mechanical (Millwright)
- Plumber
- Steamfitter/Pipefitter
- Welder
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Apprenticeship is a work-based post-secondary training option that combines on-the-job training with classroom instruction.
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APPRENTICES
People participating in a supervised work training program in a designated trade that can receive compensation for their work.
CERTIFICATE OF QUALIFICATION
After an apprentice has earned their hours and completed their technical training, they must write a multiple-choice exam. If the apprentice receives a mark of 70% or higher, they earn a Certificate of Qualification.
EMPLOYER SPONSORS
Employer sponsors hire, register, and train apprentices on-the-job.
HOURS
Each trade has identified a set number of hours that apprentices are required to work during the on-the-job phase of their apprenticeship.
JOURNEYPERSON
This is the name given to an individual who has passed the certification examination in their trade.
JOURNEYPERSON MENTOR
A mentor is someone who teaches the apprentice on-the-job and shares their extensive knowledge and expertise with the apprentice.
RED SEAL
Indicates that a tradesperson has demonstrated the knowledge required for the national standard in that trade.
