How do students benefit?

• Allowing them to “earn while they learn.”

• Getting a head start on their careers while still attending secondary school (could be certified in a trade before they are 20 years old)

• Make valuable connections in the field while strengthening employment skills

• Up to four high school courses that provide graduation credits to students for completing up to 480 hours of paid apprenticeship work.

• Earning a $1000 Youth Work in Trades Award from the ITA and Ministry of Education if criteria are met. Application process. 

SkilledTradesBC website to view programs.