Apprenticeship and OYAP
THE ONTARIO YOUTH APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM (OYAP)OYAP is a School to Work program that opens the door for students to explore and work in apprenticeship occupations starting in Grade 11 or Grade 12 through the Cooperative Education program. » read more
What is the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP)? The Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP) is a School to Work program that opens the door for students to explore and work in apprenticeship occupations starting in Grade 11 or Grade 12 through the Cooperative Education program. Students have an opportunity to become registered apprentices and work towards becoming certified journeypersons in a skilled trade while completing their secondary school diplomas. The goals of OYAP are:
How OYAP Works The Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP) offers students a chance to attend school and train as registered apprentices at the same time. Students are able to complete their credits required for an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) and gain apprenticeship training leading to a Certificate of Qualification in a skilled trade at the same time. The program is available to students who are at least 16 years of age and who have completed 16 credits.
Students are selected for apprenticeship opportunities in the following manner:
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Employer Responsibilities
Employers play a vital role in the training of youth apprentices. The employer is expected to:
The employer's participation helps the student:
Employer Incentives & Assistance In today's competitive economy, training is critical to the success of a business. But training can be expensive. Financially, OYAP participation can be beneficial to your business:
FAQs - Employers Q: Are students provided with Workplace Safety Insurance Coverage ? A: Yes. The Ministry of Education covers the student under WSIB during the work placement. This coverage is documented in the form of a Work Education Agreement (WEA), which is signed by the employer, the student, the parent and the teacher prior to the student commencing work. If the student is PAID, the employer provides the WSIB protection. Q: Am I obligated to accept the student(s) after the interview process? A: The final choice is ultimately up to the employer. The student must fit the employer’s criterion as a potential employee. The employer is under no obligation to accept the student after the interview if the student proves unsatisfactory. Q: As an employer, how do I choose the employee to train the student? A: Selection is dependent upon your knowledge of your employees, and who would best suit the training role. The employer is also expected to interview the candidates and select the student that best meets the needs of the company. The OYAP Coordinator or Cooperative Education teacher could assist you with these decisions. Q: How are conflicts handled? A: If a poor attitude or negative behaviour is evident, please inform the OYAP Coordinator or Cooperative Education teacher as early as possible. All attempts to correct the situation will be made. If this is unsuccessful, the placement may have to be terminated. If there is an inability to learn or perform the tasks required, please contact the OYAP Coordinator or Cooperative Education teacher. The career choice of the student will be re-evaluated, and, if the situation does not improve, the placement will end for the student. If there is a personality conflict that cannot be mended, then the placement will be terminated and an alternative placement will be sought. Getting Started Employers who have qualified journeypersons in place who are willing to provide students with supervision and training may qualify for participation in the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program. Four Easy Steps to OYAP participation: 1) Contact your local OYAP Coordinator or high school. You will be guided through the process and any questions you may have will be answered. 2) You will then be provided with eager, committed students to interview. 3) You will select your student and provide a cooperative education experience. 4) If everything works out, you may choose to register your student as an apprentice Facts and Figures
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