High School Apprenticeship Program (HSAP)

There are many designated trades in Manitoba. Apprenticeship is one way to train for an occupation through paid employment and technical training. This time can be recognized for up to 8 high school credits (1 credit for 110 hours of paid work experience). Any student in high school can apply to the High School Apprenticeship Program.

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1. Credits: Students can each up to 8 high school credits. Each credit requires 110 hours of paid work experience.

2. Head Start: Students who pursue a trade get a head start meeting their post-secondary requirements for Apprenticeship Manitoba. All of their on-the-job work experience count toward their Level 1.

3. Pay: Students get paid to train. HSAP students get 10% more than Manitoba minimum wage.

4. Training: On the job, student apprentices learn the skills and knowledge to become an expert in a skilled trade.

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1. Student is responsible for getting a job in a eligible trade. (If you're not sure how, work through step 1 and 2 of the application steps outlined below.)

2. A student must be 16 years old (except in the cook trade, where students have to be 15).

3. Must complete the safety requirements (including the Young Workers Readiness Certificate Course).

4. The employer and apprentice must complete the HSAP safety requirements.

5. Parent/guardians must grant their permission for their child to be in the program.

Student receives orientation and safety training from the employer.

Student completes the free, online Young Worker Readiness Certificate Course.

Student participates in progress conversations with Career Development Coordinator.

Student submits regular reports that includes hours.

Employer provides feedback to Career Development Coordinator on student-apprentice's progress.

Employer reports hours to Apprenticeship Manitoba through AccessManitoba.

Resources:

• Student Self-Assessment Form

• Employer Assessment Form

Career Development Coordinator will work with the guidance team to register student for HSAP credits.

Student will work with the Career Development Coordinator to prepare for the transition to post-secondary training (if interested).