Apprenticeship, Certification & Skilled Trades
An Educators’ Perspective – October 21, 2010
OVERVIEW
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Skilled Trade Career
Apprenticeship Moves Forward
Apprenticeship & Certification
• Trade Programs in MB
• How to Start
Grants, Incentives and Awards
Accreditation
HSAP Pilot Project
Review of Applications & Forms
Learn. Earn. Become Certified
Skilled Trades Impact
“It’s all very well to talk about a knowledge-based society.
There are many kinds of knowledge needed to keep the
economy operating—including vocational and technical
knowledge.
Try running a home or a business without it.”
(Maxwell 2007)
Source: Globe & Mail: Report on Business, Dec. 2007
OPPORTUNITY
21st Century Makeover
Apprenticeship Manitoba Moves Forward
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Apprenticeship Future’s Commission, 2007
Legislative Changes : responsive & engaging
Public Awareness Campaign
Enhanced High School Apprenticeship program
Expansion of training seats
Investment in a Service – Oriented Approach
Accessibility (alternative delivery approaches,
on-line applications, technical training registration )
21st Century Makeover
Industry re-Shaping Skilled Trades
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Trades going high tech
No gender legacy in new emerging industries
Growth of green trades with cross-industry skills
and experience
Realization of post-secondary training benefits
Governments supports for trades and
Apprenticeships
• Incentives, increased training capacities,
attacking social stigma’s
Skilled Trades are Rewarded
 Trades professionals earn salaries that are approximately
6.4% above the average of all the careers combined in
Canada. This is up from 3.1% reported in 20011 .
 Trades professionals can earn excellent salaries depending on
the trade, location, and desire to work!
 Apprentices who become a journeyperson will have the
opportunity to own their own successful business.
SUCCESS depends on GOOD WORK ETHIC, QUALITY SKILLS, and
a GREAT ATTITUDE…
1 Statistic Canada, 2001 Census
Statistic Canada, Labour Force Survey 2007
Apprenticeship
An Excellent Post-Secondary
Option
Apprenticeship is…
Apprenticeship is a high
quality post secondary
option that combines
on-the-job training (80%) with
technical training (20%) to
become a highly skilled
trades professional.
Partnership between Apprenticeship Manitoba, Employer & Apprentice
What’s the difference between
University/College & Apprenticeship?
Apprentices not only learn skills in a classroom, they receive
paid on-the-job training with an employer.
 Apprentices submit an application and register for training in a
trade with Apprenticeship Manitoba
 Apprentices spend 40 - 44 weeks/year on the job where they;
 are mentored by certified journeyperson/designated trainer in
the practical application of the skills of a trade
 earn a salary on the job from the first day
 Apprenticeship Manitoba organizes required technical training at
local Colleges
 Apprentices register for class through Apprenticeship Manitoba and
go to school an average of 4 -12 weeks/year.
 Apprentices receive a Certificate of Qualification in a designated
trade.
Apprenticeship Training Institutions
Apprenticeship Manitoba contracts out and schedules technical
training to the following institutions;
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RRC-Red River College, Winnipeg
ACC-Assiniboine Community College, Brandon
UCN-University College of the North, The Pas, Thompson
SAATC-Stevenson Aviation and Aerospace Training (Southport),
Portage la Prairie
Out-of-Province
 SAIT-Southern Alberta Institute of Technology, Calgary, Alberta
 NAIT-Northern Alberta Institute of Technology, Edmonton, Alberta
 SIAST-Saskatchewan Institute of Applied Science and Technology,
Moose Jaw/Saskatoon
Other Accredited training institutions
Role of Apprenticeship Training in
Manitoba
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Apprenticeship and Certification Board
Develops regulations that govern standards and requirements for training in
Manitoba
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Provincial Advisory Committees (PACs)
Appointed for each trade by the Board and are responsible for making
recommendations on program standards and regulations.
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Apprenticeship Manitoba
The organization consists of Client Services, Program Development, Policy,
Finance & Administration, Community Relations
FACT: Approx. 3,000 Manitoba
organizations support
apprenticeship training
opportunities
FACT: There are over 8,000
registered apprentices
in Manitoba
Steps to Become an Apprentice
START YOUR
CAREER!
KNOW THE
RESEARCH THE
TRADES AND REQUIREMENTS
OPTIONS
STEP
STEP
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FIND AN
EMPLOYER
REGISTER
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STEP
STEP
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Trades in Manitoba
Step #1 - Research
Over 50 designated trades in Manitoba
4 Different Sectors
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Construction
Transportation
Industrial
Service
Construction Trades
Step #1 - Research
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Bricklayer
Cabinetmaker
Carpenter
Concrete Finisher
Construction Electrician
Construction Craft Worker
Crane and Hoisting Equipment
Operator
 Glazier
 Refrigeration and Air
Conditioning Mechanic
 Roofer
 Insulator (Heat and Frost)
 Ironworker
 Lather (Interior Systems
Mechanic)
 Painter and Decorator
 Plumber
 Sheet Metal Worker
 Sprinkler System Installer
 Steamfitter-Pipefitter
Transportation Trades
Step #1 - Research
 Agricultural Equipment
Technician
 Motor Vehicle Body Painter
 Aircraft Maintenance
Journeyperson
 Recreation Vehicle Service
Technician
 Gas Turbine & Overhaul
Technician
 Transport Trailer
Technician
 Heavy Duty Equipment
Technician
 Truck and Transport
Mechanic
 Motor Vehicle Body Repairer
 Marine and Outdoor Power
Equipment Technician
 Motor Vehicle Mechanic
Industrial Trades
Step #1 - Research
 Boilermaker
 Industrial Welder
 Electric Motor System Technician
 Machinist
 Industrial Electrician*
 Power Electrician*
 Industrial Instrument Mechanic
 Steel Fabricator
 Industrial Mechanic (Millwright)
 Tool and Die Maker
Service Trades
Step #1 - Research
 Cook
 Hairstylist
 Esthetician
 Landscape Technician
 Electrologist
 Parts Person
 Floorcovering Installer
 Pork Production Technician
Interprovincial Red Seal
Step #1 - Research
Most Manitoba apprenticeable trades are designated under
the Interprovincial Red Seal* program.
 Encourages standardization of apprenticeship training and certification
programs across Canada, based on shared National Occupational
Analyses and standards.
 Provides greater mobility. Certified workers who hold a Red Seal may work
anywhere in Canada where their trade is designated without having to write
further certification examinations for their trade.
 In Red Seal trades, completing apprentices and holders of Certificates of
Qualification without Red Seal endorsement, may apply to write an
interprovincial examination. If they succeed, they receive a Red Seal.
Compulsory Trades in Manitoba
Step #1 - Research
 To legally work in Manitoba, skilled workers are required to be certified
journeypersons or registered apprentices.
 The Apprenticeship and Certification Board, under The Apprenticeship
and Certification Act, specifies a trade for compulsory certification
There are currently nine compulsory certification trades:
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Construction Electrician*
Industrial Electrician*
Crane & Hoisting Equipment
Operator (incl. Mobile, Boom
Truck, Tower Crane
Electrologist*
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* Additional permits are also required
Esthetician* ( incl. Skin Care &
Nail Technician)
Hairstylist*
Refrigeration & Air Conditioning
Mechanic*
Sprinkler System Installer
Steamfitter-Pipefitter
Apprenticeship in High School
Step #2 - Requirements
High School Apprenticeship Program (HSAP)
Benefits
 An early career start
 Get paid for the work
 Receive school credit for
every 110 hours worked
 Apprenticeship tuition exemption
for every 220hrs
Vocational Courses (accredited)
Benefits
 An early career start
 Receive school credit
Practical Credit
Requirements:
 At least 16 years old
 Enrolled in approved grade 10, 11
grade 12 program
 English, math, science and computer
skills are recommended
Technical Credit
Accreditation
 Recognition and automatic credit for training which meets standards
associated with Apprenticeship Manitoba
 Recognizes training programs of study equivalent to
apprenticeship training for the purposes of accreditation
where both the general standards and program specific
standards are met.
How to become accredited?
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A school must submit an Accreditation Application
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School/facility will be assessed by Accreditation Supervisor and
representatives from the Provincial Advisory Committee (PAC’s)
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70% of the curriculum must be covered
* Accreditation valid for a three-year period
Pre-Employment/Pre-Apprenticeship
Step #2 - Requirements
 Assists in gaining experience
 Credited towards apprenticeship
certification (must be accredited by
Apprenticeship Manitoba)
 Technical training experience only
* Note: Some pre-employment programs may
have waiting lists and require payment of
College tuition fees. Entering an apprenticeship
guarantees seats for in-school training and the
majority of tuition costs are covered by the
provincial government.
General Requirements
Step #2 - Requirements
 High School diploma
 Grade 12 courses including English, math, science and
computer skills recommended for most trades programs
Access Program Trainee
If you do not have a high school diploma or equivalent, you may qualify for Apprenticeship
as an Access Program Trainee. Prior learning will be assessed
* If English is not a first language,
upgrading may be required
* If you are not a Canadian Citizen/Permanent Resident, a work
and study permit are required
Trades Qualification (TQ)
The Other Route to
Certification
 Experience in a designated trade. There are a minimum number of years
and hours over a specified length of time, that is required in order to apply.
 A minimum mark of 70% obtained on a written examination
(theory/multiple choice). 13 trades in Manitoba also require a practical
examination. Passing examination will result in a Certificate of Qualification.
* If requirements are not met for TQ, but experience has been obtained in a trade,
regular apprenticeship training may apply. Any previous work experience and skills
will be assessed through PLAR and experience will be credited accordingly.
Supports Available
Step #2 - Requirements
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Essential Skills
Assessing skills that assist in performing tasks required by the trade and
other activities. Results in higher completion rates, less repetition of training
and reduced costs.
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Prior Learning Assessment & Credential Recognition
Used to identify, document, assess and recognize skills and knowledge.
During this process, it is necessary to identify and gather information on
past experiences and accomplishments. That learning will then need to be
assessed, proven and recognized by Apprenticeship Manitoba
Find an Employer
Step #3 – Get Hired!
Network, network, network…
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Ask a counselor for advice
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Carry a resume and visit the
company/organization
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Consult with trade associations or
unions i.e CARM
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Scan job wanted ads and Yellow Pages
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Spread the word!
*As an educator/school contact, create
relationships with businesses in your area to help your
students locate employers.
Register the Application/Agreement
Step #4 – Registration
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Complete the Application/Agreement form
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Enclose proof of education and ensure eligibility
to work in Canada
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Submit the form with an application fee ($50)
to Apprenticeship Manitoba
Apprentice Finances
Step #4 – Registration
FEES/year
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Tuition
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Books/Materials
WAGES
$200 avg.
$200-$400
$9.50-$15.00+
avg. of level one wages
SUBSIDIES
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Federal Employment Insurance
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Provincial Assistance
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Federal Tax Incentives ($1,000+)
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RESP’S
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Scholarships & Awards
Approx. $2,000
per program
(subsidies are taxable)
Approx. 14,000-19,000+
per year
BOTTOM LINE
Financial Security
Finances & Awards:
for Apprentices
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Provincial Assistance
Financial assistance available for tuition, child care, commuting allowance,
living-away-from-home allowance, travel assistance, disability allowance
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Tax Deductions
$1,000 Service Canada Incentive Grant for apprentices in first or second level of
apprenticeship training
$1,000 grant for tool expenses –Tradespersons Tool Deduction & Capitol Cost
Allowance
$2,000 Apprenticeship Completion Grant
Eligibility for 60%Tuition Rebate
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Awards & Other Financial Assistance
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High School Apprenticeship Program (HSAP) Incentive
$500.00+ Apprenticeship Endowment Fund Bursary for prospective or current
apprentices in financial need.
Industry specific awards, grants and bursaries
Finances & Awards:
for Employers
Governments are finding solutions to the skills shortage problem and
investing more in the apprenticeship system;
Grants & Tax Deductions
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Up to $2,000 Apprenticeship Job Creation Tax Credit (Red Seal trades only)
Up to $2,000 Early Level Hiring Incentive (levels 1 & 2 apprentices)
Up to $2,500 Journeyperson Hiring Incentive
Up to $2,500 Advanced Level Hiring Incentive ( employers with Levels 3-5
apprentices)
Manitoba Credentials Recognition Program Wage Incentives- work experience
for immigrants related to their educational background.
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Awards
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Apprenticeship Awards of Distinction Gala- Outstanding contributions
from employers, journeypersons and instructors are recognized
annually/fall
Benefits for the Apprentice
 LEARN & EARN, plus:
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Receive training and mentorship on-the-job.
Receive technical training in a classroom.
Minimize student debt.
Obtain employment insurance during in-school
training.
Master existing skills and be challenged to learn new
skills everyday.
Acquire skills that will last a lifetime.
Benefits for the Employer
Increases competitiveness: Workers with on-the-job and in-school training
Produces better quality work: Apprentices are motivated to learn the business
and will work hard and effectively for the business
Improves staff retention: Apprentices more easily adopt company values and are
more likely to remain with the employer than non-apprentices since there is an
investment from the start
Reduces costs: The higher productivity and loyalty of apprentices enables
companies to recover much of the costs involved in training new employees
Addresses the skills shortage: Apprenticeships address short-term recruitment
problems and also secure the skills and workforce of the future
Endless Career Possibilities
I can become a
business owner.
I can become a
supervisor or
manager.
I can become
a highly
skilled
journeyperson
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I can represent
my trade in a
business, trade
or labour group.
I can become a
trade instructor.
Chris
Motor Vehicle Apprentice
Generally, a career in trades
requires:
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Good literacy skills
Ability to solve problems
Good communication skills
Aptitude for technology
Creativity and imagination
Attention to detail
Mathematical and analytical skills
Coordination and dexterity
Visualization of the end product
Most
importantly…
you need
PASSION
for your trade!
For more information
contact:
Apprenticeship Manitoba
1010- 401 York Ave.
Winnipeg, MB R3C 0P8
Ph: 204-945-3337 / 1-877- 978-7233
apprenticeship@gov.mb.ca
WEB
www.manitoba.ca/tradecareers
www.apprenticemanitoba.ca – meet apprentices and journeypersons
www.facebook.com/apprenticeshipmanitoba