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When people think about the skilled trades, several immediately spring to mind – electrician, plumber, welder, carpenter, for example. But opportunities in the skilled trades are much more extensive. From hairstylist to cook, painter to landscaper, automotive service technician to crane operator – and so many more.
Gain some experience in the trade or area you are interested in
Gain some experience in the trade or area you are interested in
What is the first step at LBP in becoming a tradesperson?
What is the first step at LBP in becoming a tradesperson?
Investigate our Technology courses and programs to find an area that interests you:
Investigate our Technology courses and programs to find an area that interests you:
Gr. 9 TIJ 1O - Exploring Technology
Gr. 9 Transportation Focus Program
Gr. 10, 11 and 12 TCJ courses - Construction
Gr. 10, 11 and 12 TXJ courses - Hairstyling and Aesthetics
Gr. 10, 11 and 12 TFJ courses - Hospitality and Tourism
Gr. 10, 11 and 12 TTJ courses - Transportation
Also ask your Guidance Counsellor and/or Co-op teacher about:
Also ask your Guidance Counsellor and/or Co-op teacher about:
Destination Employability Program (DEP)
Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) in Transportation or the Justice, Community Safety and Emergency Services
One of our school boards other SHSM programs listed here.
When I leave LBP what is the next step to entering into my trade?
When I leave LBP what is the next step to entering into my trade?
To become a trades person you must first become an apprentice.
Apprenticeship is an agreement between an individual (apprentice) who wants to learn a trade and an employer who needs a skilled worker. It is a way to learn job skills while you work and earn good wages. Apprenticeship combines classroom study with on-the-job experience that lets you earn a living while you learn a skilled trade. An apprenticeship program leads to professional certification as a journeyperson.
You must find an employer who is willing to hire and train you. Most people apply directly to an employer, union or local committee.
Several government services, such as Job Connect or your local Employment Ontario office, can help you get started in the more than 150 skilled trades that can be learned through apprenticeship training.
New postings
New postings
150 skilled trades
150 skilled trades
Start an apprenticeship
Start an apprenticeship
Where to start
Where to start
Apprenticeship 101
Apprenticeship 101
In School Training
In School Training
To complete an apprenticeship you will likely need to complete an in-class portion of your training. You will not be able to register for this until you have been accepted as an apprentice and started your training.
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