Apprentice

Apprenticeship combines paid on-the-job training, work experience and post-secondary classroom instruction. The majority of an apprentice’s time (80 percent) is spent learning their skills and gaining experience on the job (under the direction of a highly skilled journeyperson) and approximately 20 percent of their time is spent learning in a classroom setting.

The average apprenticeship program takes four years to complete, but depending on the trade, can range from one to five years in length. Upon completion, an apprentice is required to write an exam in order to receive his/her Journeyperson designation.

If you are looking for entry-level trades foundation programs, please visit the section to the left that applies to you such as High School if you currently a high school student and a brand new graduate. Navigate to Programs and find the information about the trade you wish to get into.

If you are a current high school student and are looking to start your path in the trades while finishing high school, consider our dual credit programs.