Youth WORK In Trades Program
GET ON-THE-JOB TRAINING AS A YOUTH APPRENTICE
Get ahead on the work-based training of a trade apprenticeship while you’re still in high school. Not only will you take home a pay cheque, you’ll earn up to 16 credits towards your high school diploma, log 480 training hours toward your trade credential and maybe even earn a $1,000 award.
Is This Program For you?
- You’re in grade 10-12 and are currently working under a certified Tradesperson.
- You want to get on-the-job training in your trade and high school credits.
Next Steps
Talk to your school Youth Work in Trades Coordinator, Dave Andersen: dandersen@sd58.bc.ca.
Youth TRAIN In Trades Program
GET A HEAD START ON YOUR TECHNICAL TRADES TRAINING
Attend a trades training class at a local high school, a partner post-secondary institution or an ITA-certified training facility. You’ll learn from skilled instructors and earn credits that count towards your high school diploma and Level 1 of your technical trades training.
Is This Program For you?
- You’re in grade 11–12 and would like to start a Trades Training program while still in high school.
- You found a trade that you like and want to learn more.
Next Steps
Talk to your school Youth Train in Trades Coordinator, Kevin McGifford: kmcgifford@sd58.bc.ca
Work Experience 12A and 12B
CONNECT TO THE WORLD OF WORK
The primary goal of work experience is to help students prepare for the transition from secondary school to the world of work. Through work experience, students have the opportunity to observe and practice generic employability skills required in the workplace, as well as technical and applied skills relating to specific occupations or industries, all while earning up to 8 credits towards graduation in the process.
Is This Program For you?
- You’re in grade 10–12 and working at a paid job that connects to your career ambitions.
- You would be willing to do an unpaid placement at a jobsite in order to gain experience
Next Steps
Talk to your school Work Experience Coordinator, Dave Andersen: dandersen@sd58.bc.ca
