Learn by doing, and earn at the same time.

The College offers the in-school portion for a variety of apprenticeship programs sponsored by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities.  Program offerings include, Carpentry Apprentice, Millwright (Construction Industrial) Apprentice, Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic Apprentice, and General Machinist Apprentice.

Apprenticeship is a hands-on training program for people who want to work in a skilled trade and who enjoy learning by doing. Apprentices are workers, so they earn as they learn.  About 90% of apprenticeship training is provided in the workplace by employers.  The remainder involves classroom instruction on theory.

Depending on the skilled trade you choose, the length of training will vary between two and five years.  During that time, you will earn a wage based on a percentage of a journeypersons wages.

Education Requirements

Most trades require completion of an OSSD or its equivalent.

You must be a resident of Ontario.

You must be sponsored as an apprentice. 

Credits for Academic and Skill Achievements

Apprentices who have previous work experience and education may be able to receive credits/exemptions which could reduce the duration of their apprenticeship.  Otherwise individuals who wish to challenge the in-school apprenticeship program can write exemption exams at all levels.  These examinations are available at all community colleges in the province.

Contact Information for the Provincial Apprenticeship Authority

Ontario

Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities

17th Floor - Mowat Block

900 Bay Street

Toronto, ON  Canada  M7A 1L2

Toll-free: 1-800-387-5514

Telephone: (416) 325-2929

Fax: (416) 325-6348

Sudbury

159 Cedar Street, Suite 506
Sudbury, ON  Canada  P3E 6A5
Toll-free:  1-800-603-5999
Telephone:  (705) 564-3030
www.ontario.ca