The Skilled Trades BC Youth WORK in Trades program allows students to start their apprenticeship while they are still in high school.
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What is Youth Work in Trades?
What is Youth Work in Trades?
Youth Work in Trades (YWIT) is an educational program jointly supported by the Ministry of Education and the Skilled Trades BC. The main goal of YWIT is to connect students to paid apprenticeship work under the supervision of a certified trades person.
Students Earn a $1000 Tuition Award + 16 School Credits (4 courses)
Students Earn a $1000 Tuition Award + 16 School Credits (4 courses)
Student requirements:
19 years or younger
Working in an apprenticeable trade
For more information, see the Skilled Trades BC website.
Are you a Hidden Apprentice?
If you are a student under 19 and working in a trade already, please complete the following form to connect with Kevin Blecic, the SD61 District Trades Coordinator.
100 + Trades Areas to Explore
100 + Trades Areas to Explore
Aircraft maintenance, arborist, auto body, automotive service, baker, cabinet maker, carpenter, electrician, cook, crane operator, gasfitter, funeral director, glazier, heavy duty equipment technician & operator, horticulturist, millwright, iron worker, machinist, marine service, meat cutter, metal fabricator, motorcycle mechanic, painter, plumber, refrigeration and A/C, roofer, sheet metal worker, sprinkler fitter, pipefitter, welder and more.
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