OYAP is a youth apprenticeship program aimed at providing Grade 11 and 12 students with opportunities to train as apprentices in a number of skilled occupations while completing studies toward an Ontario Secondary School Diploma.
Most important, OYAP strives to introduce senior high school students to skilled trades in an effort to increase youth apprenticeship opportunities.
OYAP partners with employers who are committed to offering apprenticeship opportunities to students who demonstrate an aptitude and interest in skilled occupations through co-op work experience placements.
OYAP meets the objectives of secondary school reform by providing secondary school students with a school to work transition program.
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Under the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program students are provided with the opportunity to complete a number of industry recognized certifications including:
Working at Heights – NORCAT – Northern Centre for Advanced Technology Inc.
Young Employee Safety Training Certification – NORCAT – Northern Centre for Advanced Technology Inc.
WHMIS Certification – NORCAT – Northern Centre for Advanced Technology Inc.
Other certifications as required by the co-op placement.
Be at least 16 years of age
Have completed grade 10 (16 credits)
Be mature, dependable and punctual
Be committed to learning a trade
Be willing to meet employer and school expectations
Be enrolled full time at Confederation Secondary School
Demonstrate commitment to education while working towards Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)