Course Overview
Are you ready to embark on a rewarding career in Ontario’s skilled trades sector? This comprehensive course is designed to guide you through the apprenticeship opportunities available in the skilled trades. You’ll gain the knowledge to make informed career decisions, plan your apprenticeship journey, and successfully navigate the certification process.
Along the way, you’ll explore how to overcome common challenges, access financial support, and prepare for a fulfilling career. This course empowers you with the tools and insights needed to take confident steps toward a successful future in the skilled trades.
Who Should Take This Course?
This course is perfect for:
- High school students exploring skilled trades as a career option.
- Job seekers eager to pursue opportunities in Ontario’s skilled trades.
- Career changers looking to transition into a rewarding industry.
- Educators and career counselors who want to guide individuals on skilled trades pathways.
Whether you’re starting out or helping others explore skilled trades, this course offers valuable insights and resources.
Learning Objectives
By completing this course, you will:
- Understand why apprenticeship pathways in the skilled trades lead to fulfilling and rewarding careers.
- Recognize the importance of planning for a successful apprenticeship journey.
- Outline Ontario’s apprenticeship training model and its key components.
- Identify whether a trade is compulsory or non-compulsory.
- Learn about the Red Seal Designation and its significance in Ontario.
- Understand the certification requirements for specific trades.
- Distinguish between a Certificate of Apprenticeship, a Certification of Qualification, and a Provisional Certificate of Qualification.
- Identify potential challenges during apprenticeship training and discover strategies to overcome them.
Course Format
- Delivery Mode: Self-paced online training accessible 24/7 through an easy-to-use Learning Management System (LMS).
- Platform Compatibility: Accessible on laptops, desktops, and mobile devices via major browsers and the Brightspace Pulse App (available on the App Store and Google Play).
Certification and Assessment
- Assessment: Achieve a minimum score of 80% on the final assessment to earn certification.
- Certification: Upon completion, receive a digital Certificate of Completion stored in the LMS. You can also download and print a PDF version for your records.
- Duration: Approximately 60 minutes.
Prerequisites
This course has no prerequisites and is accessible to individuals at all experience levels.
Why Enroll in This Course?
Apprenticeships in the skilled trades offer endless opportunities for growth, stability, and personal fulfillment. This course gives you the knowledge to explore career paths, plan your journey, and achieve certification with confidence. Don’t wait—enroll today and take the first step toward a brighter future in Ontario’s skilled trades sector.