TRADES
Students interested in pursuing a Trade have two options through the Delta School District; Youth Train in Trades and Youth Work in Trades.
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Youth Train in Trades
The Youth Train in Trades program is the in-class component of a high school apprenticeship. Youth Train in Trades students are Youth Apprentices registered with the Industry Training Authority. Youth Train in Trades programs are usually offered as partnerships between school districts and post-secondary institutions with onsite training at either location. Students who successfully complete a Youth Train in Trades program earn credit towards both high school graduation and a post-secondary credential. Enrolment in the Youth Train in Trades program is free; however, students may be required to cover the cost for textbooks, tools, or other items required for working in a specific industry. |
Youth Work in Trades
Youth Work in Trades provides skill development through practical, hands-on work experience. Students enrolled in these courses go to work and attend high school at the same time. That means they have found an employer who is willing to take them on (and pay them) as an apprentice. The student must be working directly with a red seal technician. Students that are 15 or older can enroll in this program. They must also formally register with the Industry Training Authority (ITA) as Youth Apprentices. Successful completion of the program earns students 16 credits towards graduation. Some may also qualify for the Youth Work in Trades (WRK) Award, a $1000 award given to students for sustained and exceptional work as an apprentice. If you are a high school student already working as an apprentice, speak to Mr. Birt in the Career Center about signing up for this program. |
Train in Trades
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Work in Trades
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