OYAP Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program

1. OYAPOntario Youth Apprenticeship Program

2. OYAP Partners

3. Students are considered an OYAP student if they are completing a Co-op placement in an apprenticeable trade Students can register with MTCU if they would like to be an apprentice for their Co-op Semester. (Upon completion of co-op, the student should secure an apprenticeship with an employer to continue their apprenticeship). Once registered, students receive a copy of the training standard manual Hours in Co-op may count towards apprenticeship OYAP – regular program

4. In partnership with surrounding boards: DDSB, DCDSB, KPRDSB, PVNCCDSB, TLDSB Exit program in semester 2 of grade 12 Students receive part 1 of apprenticeship training through the Training Delivery Agent (i.e. Durham College) Students are in Co-op , but also earning dual credits Regional Accelerated Programs

5. Cook/chef – Durham College Child Development Practitioner (ECE) – Seneca College Electrician – Durham College General Carpentry – Fleming College General Carpentry – Local 27 ** not dual credit Hairstylist – Durham College Motive Power (AST) – Durham College Plumbing – Durham College Welding – Durham College Regional Accelerated Programs2012

6. Students are considered a Co-op student attached to their home school At the beginning of semester 2, the student attends pre-placement sessions Working on final credits towards OSSD Exit semester program All compulsory credits should be completed 3 or 4 Co-op Credits plus dual credits are awarded Program StructureRegional Accelerated Programs

7. February: students begin the Cook OYAP Program Students attend Durham College at the host site Central CI or Father Leo J. Austin for their Level One Cook/Chef Apprenticeship Training on: Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays - February – June Mondays – both groups are at Durham College – 12pm - 6pm Tuesdays – at Central/Austin – 11:15 am – 7:45pm Wednesdays – at Central/Austin – 11:15am – 7:45pm Program Structure – sampleCook

8. February : Welding students begin the OYAP Program Students attend Durham College for their level one Welding Apprenticeship Training on: Tuesdays and Fridays – February - June 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Program Structure – sample - welding

9. March: students begin the Child Development Practitioner OYAP Program Durham DSB Students attend Seneca College for the first 2 courses of their Early Childhood Educator Apprenticeship Training on: Thursdays 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Program Structure – sample – C.D.P.

10. February : students begin the Hairstylist OYAP Program Students attend Durham College Class for the first level of their Hairstylist Apprenticeship Training on: Wednesdays & Thursdays at Central CI in Oshawa 10:05 – 6:15pm Program Structure – sample - Hairstyling

11. Textbooks Are provided for student use Chef Coat/Pants/ Shop coats/ safety glasses Will be provided Apprentices Tool Kit For hairstyling & cooks – some materials provided Required Materials

12. Training Agreement - MTCU

13. Registered apprentices must inform MTCU of address changes and graduation OYAP students must carry ID cards while on worksite Loans for tools program information mailed to students Information from MTCU

14. Applying for Accelerated OYAP • Complete a semester in your trade of choice (optional) • Fill out an OYAP application with your Co-op Department in the spring • Attend an interview at the D.D.S.B. with an industry expert IF ACCEPTED • Secure an employer to apprentice with for your OYAP semester • Sign your Training Agreement with M.T.C.U. • Attend classes at the College during your OYAP Semester

15. Positive Attitude Willingness to Work Hard Willingness to Learn and Progress Commitment to a Career in the Skilled Trade Excellent Attendance Excellent Communication Skills Criteria for a Successful Apprentice

16. Myths about the Skilled Trades MYTH: “Skilled Trades are just for students who don’t excel in academics.” REALITY: In order to work in the skilled trades and technologies, one needs to have a solid grounding in many “school-based” skills such as math, analytical abilities and literacy. The skilled tradesperson also needs to be imaginative, resourceful and dexterous and have the ability to figure out specifications and requirements in real-world applications. Fact: Intelligence and aptitude are essential components of working in these careers, which are as respectable and important as those requiring a purely academic background.

17. The 21st Century “Skilled” Trades Person“The Hands are connected to the Head”Automotive Service Technician Measuring and Calculations Problem solving Decision making Data Analysis Critical Thinking Interact with Customers Scheduling and Give expert opinions Budgeting Use Databases Explain Procedures Use Software Significant use of Memory applications Access technical Support Read Computer Data

18. LABOUR MARKET PREDICTIONS

19. What the numbers say… • The average annual salary for a skilled trades person is 25 per cent higher than the average Canadian wage. ($50 000 vs. $40 000). (Skills Canada) • The average apprenticeship lasts between 2-5 yrs. with 80% of the training done on the job while being paid. • A certified journeyperson’s starting salary average is approximately $52 000 while a University graduate’s starting salary average is about $45 000. • Average income of a skilled trades person age 25 – 34 is $62 700. (C.A.F.)

20. QUESTIONS? • For more information, contact your Guidance or Cooperative Education Teacher or Stacey Ritchie (OYAP Coordinator) at the Durham Catholic District School Board • (905) 576-6150 ext. 2293

21. Resources…. Everything you need to know about trades. www.apprenticesearch.comwww.tradeability.ca