Skills for Change is committed to supporting skills-building learning and employment opportunities for more people in skilled trades. This program prepares participants for employment in the various sectors of skilled trades.
Overview:
Pathways to the Trades is a FREE 4-week program targeting clients who are interested
in exploring the trades, and securing a job in skilled trade sector. This specialized
program aims to help you make a successful transition into the trades. You will get
support through various courses available to you by Skills Council of Canada and
individualized learning plans, advising, mentoring, career exploration, and skill building
offered by Skills for Change. You will complete safety training and some other certifications such as First Aid and Working at Heights. In addition, you will be provided
with mentoring support and the opportunity to hear from people already in the trade.
You will learn about the apprenticeship process, available funds for apprentices, time
management, budgeting, and any other employment related topics.
Program Benefit:
- Academic Upgrading
- Equivalent of Level 1 Skilled Trades Apprentice training as well as exposure to Various Sectors of Skilled Trades.
- Employment preparation training
- Emergency First Aid/CPR Certificate training
- Working at Heights Certificate training
- All textbooks, safety training, small tool kit, and safety equipment are included – free of charge
- Employment support for paid work placement
ELIGIBILITY:
Applicants who are 18 years of age or older, live in Toronto or GTA and are eligible to study & work in Ontario Secondary School (Ontario Grade 12) diploma, or equivalent, at or above the general level
Secondary School (Ontario Grade 12) diploma, or equivalent, at or above the general level
Training Start Date: June, 2023
*Selection of successful applicants will be based on a measurable commitment to the training program and a the goal of registration as a Welding apprentice or registration in a related trade (such as Automotive Service Technician)
EMAIL: pathways2skilledtrades@skillsforchange.org
PHONE: 416-509-2578 ext. 600
