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Senior Years Apprenticeship Option

What is apprenticeship?

Apprenticeship is a great way to train to become a certified journeyperson in a trade. As an apprentice, you get paid to learn. Most trade programs combine approximately 80% paid on-the-job training with 20% technical/in-school learning.

 

How do LRSD students get an early start on apprenticeship?

The Arts & Technology Centre

offers several programs that are accredited by Manitoba Apprenticeship. For the trade of Motor Vehicle Mechanic, for example, students who earn 70% or better at ATC can earn credit for in-school technical training and up to 1200 hours of the 1800 hours required for level 1 of apprenticeship. The exact award is determined by the employer in consultation with the Manitoba Apprenticeship trade coordinator at the time the student is hired as an apprentice.

Senior Years Apprenticeship Option (SYAO)

enables students to earn up to eight grade 12 credits and up to 880 hours of on-the-job training towards continued apprenticeship training after graduation. Mature Diploma students can earn a maximum of six credits and 660 hours. Depending on your school timetable, you may be able to do paid work during the day, evening, or weekend. Summer work can count too. You must work a minimum of 110 hours towards apprenticeship and obtain a grade of 70% or higher on your evaluation to be eligible to receive one credit.

Combining ATC and SYAO

allows students registered at ATC to enroll in SYAO for their paid trade-related evening, weekend and summer work. Students can combine the hours earned through both programs for a significant start on apprenticeship.

 

How do I qualify?

 

  • students must be at least 16 years old
  • students must be enrolled in a high school and have completed Grade 10  

 

Roles and responsibilities of SYAO partners

What does the student do?

To gain entry into the SYAO program the student:

  • finds an employer willing and able to train an apprentice
  • contacts LRSD apprenticeship coordinator to: 
    o   complete the application and pay $50 registration fee 
    o   work with school to ensure an appropriate timetable is possible

Once accepted into the SYAO program the student:

  • arranges travel to and from work
  • maintains all in-school studies and a 70% mark in on-the-job training
  • informs the employer of any absences such as illness
  • reports regularly all hours worked to the LRSD apprenticeship coordinator

What does the LRSD apprenticeship coordinator do?

  • assists students with the completion and submission of required application and fee
  • communicates with students and employers about their roles and responsibilities
  • assists with the completion of a suitable timetable
  • monitors student progress, attendance and work skills and coordinates the issuing of SYAO credits
  • acts as a liaison between the student, employer and the Apprenticeship Branch

What does the employer do?

  • provides coverage/insurance in the event of a workplace accident
  • provides an orientation session for each student on the trade area, work safety, hazards, first aid station, etc.
  • ensures all trade regulations are followed including: 
    o    a qualified trainer is on site at all times with the student 
    o    the apprentice to journeyperson ratio is correct 
    o    the student is paid according to the guidelines set forth in the provincial trade regulation 
  •  ensures the student receives training in various tasks within the trade
  • ensures all on-the-job expectations are communicated to student and supports the student’s continuance of in-school studies
  • reports all absences, issues or dismissal to the LRSD apprenticeship coordinator
  • evaluates the student and records all hours worked by the student

What does the Manitoba Apprenticeship SYAO coordinator do?

  • approves applications
  • inspects and approves work sites
  • ensures student and employer are aware of all provincial and federal workers compensation and employment standards
  • monitors on-the-job practical skills

What do the parents/guardians do?

  • assist in the completion of the application (students under the age of 18 require consent from the parent/guardian)
  • assist by encouraging the student to meet school, employer and Manitoba Apprenticeship expectations

 

What about insurance?

 

While working on the job, students are employees of the employer and the employer is required to provide insurance coverage. If the trade is deemed compulsory by Workers Compensation, students must receive Workers Compensation coverage from Workers Compensation Board of Manitoba. Where the employer is within a non-compulsory trade, then it is the employer’s responsibility to provide insurance comparable to provincial workers compensation coverage. Students who are working for a parent or guardian may apply for an insurance waiver. If an accident occurs, the employer should inform the LRSD apprenticeship coordinator and follow standard accident procedures.

 

Qualifying trades

 

Industrial trades

Electric Motor System Technician
Industrial Electrician
Industrial Instrument Mechanic
Industrial Mechanic (millwright)
Industrial Welder
Machinist
Power Electrician
Steel Fabricator
Tool and Die Maker

 
Transportation trades
Agricultural Equipment Technician
Aircraft Maintenance Journeyperson
Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic
Motor Vehicle Body Painter
Motor Vehicle Body Repairer
Motor Vehicle Mechanic
Recreational Vehicle Service Technician
Transport Trailer Technician
Truck & Transport Mechanic

Construction trades
Bricklayer
Cabinetmaker
Carpenter
Concrete Finisher
Construction Electrician
Crane & Hoist Equipment Operator
Glazier
Insulator (Heat & Frost)
Ironworker
Lather (Interior Systems Mechanic)
Painter & Decorator
Plumber
Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Mechanic
Roofer
Sheet Metal Worker
Sprinkler System Installer
Steamfitter-Pipefitter

 
Service trades
Cook
Floor Covering Installer
Hairstylist
Landscape Technician
Parts Person
Pork Production Technician

 

Benefits of SYAO

 

  • explore careers in trades in a real setting 
  • make your part-time job count
  • begin apprenticeship while in school
  • earn grade 12 credits towards graduation
  • get paid to learn

 

Contact info 

 

LRSD Apprenticeship Coordinator
Mr. Darry Stevens
phone: 792 – 4816
fax: 231 – 0038
e-mail: darry.stevens@lrsd.net

Manitoba Apprenticeship SYAO Coordinator
phone: 945 – 1583
fax: 948 – 2539
website:www.manitoba.ca/tradecareers