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

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CertifiCate of apprentiCeship

CertifiCate of QualifiCation

in sChool

(if availablefor trade)

onthejob

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CertifiCate ofQualifiCation

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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!

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CertifiCate ofapprentiCeship

Indicates a Designated Compulsory Trade* | Trades that are not Compulsory are Voluntary Trades** | Indicates a Red Seal Program

Aboriginal Child Development PractitionerAgricultural — Dairy HerdspersonAgricultural — Fruit GrowerAgricultural — Swine HerdspersonAppliance Service TechnicianArboristAssistant CookBakerBaker-PatissierChefChild and Youth WorkerChild Development PractitionerCookDevelopmental Services WorkerEducational AssistantElectronic Service TechnicianGemsetter/GoldsmithHairstylistHardware, Lumber and Building Materials RetailerHorse Groom

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

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