An apprenticeship is post-secondary education, like college and university, and a pathway to a rewarding career in the trades. As an apprentice, you take classes and learn your trade by working under the direction of experienced workers – and get paid while you do it. Learn how to start your apprenticeship experience here.

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You can begin to accumulate hours toward your apprenticeship when you take Cooperative Education courses and your placement is in an apprenticeship trade (Click here to find out if the trade you are interested in pursuing offers apprenticeships). 

At Bishop Reding, we offer one Concentrated OYAP Program:

Hairstyling and Aesthetics OYAP

See below for more information on this fantastic program.

ApprenticeSearch.com addresses Canada's skilled trades shortage by working to drive awareness of the trades and make connections between employers and job seekers. 

Skilled Trades Ontario is the one-stop shop for opportunities in the skilled trades, and the promotion of rewarding careers which support Ontario’s economy. 

Learn about trades as you get paid.

Free for successful applicants – with paid training and paid work placements!

Learn more about the OYAP Program by visiting OYAP.com

Visit Halton Pathways to learn about pathway opportunities within the Halton Catholic District School Board

Avenues to Apprenticeship is a free, 18-week program offered by ApprenticeSearch.com for racialized youth who are interested in starting a career in the skilled trades.