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Youth WORK in Trades (YWT)

Youth WORK in Trades is an educational program jointly supported by the Ministry of Education and SkilledTrades BC. The main goal is to allow students to begin apprenticeship training as part of their secondary school education program. Through this program, students can register with the SkilledTrades BC as an employer-sponsored apprentice, log work-based training (WBT) hours towards a specific trade certification and accrue high school credits towards their graduation.  

Who:

Students 15 years of age or older, in grades 10, 11, or 12, including students on Adult Graduation Programs 

What:

StudentBrooks applies
Gets a job in a trade
Completes YWT application
Works 120 hours in a trade4 credits for Work 11A
Works an additional 120 hours in a trade4 credits for Work 11B
Works an additional 120 hours in a trade4 credits for Work 12A
Works an additional 120 hours in a trade4 credits for Work 12 B
=480* apprenticeship hours=16 credits

*Students who complete 900 hours before the end of the school year that they turn 19 are eligible to receive a $1000 scholarship. 

How to become eligible for Youth Work in Trades:  

  • through family or business contacts, identify an employer who has trades-qualified employees and is willing to register you as an apprentice in your desired occupation 
  • talk with the Career Pathway Coordinator at your school to obtain help finding a potential employer 
  • identify a potential employer by participating in a CLC/CLE, Work Experience or District Careers Program in your school 


When:

Outside of school hours, and off the school premises

Where:

Employer job site

Why:

Get paid, gain experience and develop skills, and earn high school credits.

Curricular Big Ideas: 

  • Experiences outside of school expand our workplace skills and career-life options while providing opportunities for self-discovery 
  • Personal awareness and pathway options are developed through an inquiry mindset 
  • Understanding and applying one’s personal rights and responsibilities as a worker builds a safer work environment for all 

How:

  • Apply Now- Review and complete the Youth Work in Trades Application, including obtaining employer signatures, and providing a resume, cover letter, and site safety checklist.
    • Meet with Ms. Carlson, Career Pathways Coordinator, to review information and requirements
  • Employer sponsors you to become an apprentice in an SkilledTrades BC-recognized trade \
  • Become aware of Foundation and/or Level 1 Apprenticeship Technical Training programs within qathet School District (Youth Train in Trades) 

Work-based training hours must be:  

  • verified by a certified tradesperson or equivalent, under the supervision of an employer sponsor 
  • paid employment of hours worked verified as listed on pay stub 
  • reported by sponsors to SkilledTrades BC                 

  • Receive up to 16 credits on your transcript for the successful completion of the program. 

  • Submit your required approved 30 hours Career Life Connections form to the Career Counselling Centre.  

  • Learn about the $1000 Youth Work in Trades Scholarship: A $1000 scholarship is available to students that participate in this program and achieve sustained and exceptional work as an apprentice. The money is intended to assist the apprentice with the purchase of tools, equipment, materials, or tuition necessary to continue in their trade. To be eligible for a Youth WORK in Trades Award, youth apprentices must have

    • been registered in a Youth WORK in Trades Program prior to graduation  

    • graduated with a Grade 12 Dogwood Diploma or Adult Dogwood  

    • successfully completed Work Experience 11A, 11B, 12A, and 12B  

    • maintained a C+ average or better on grade 12 numbered courses 

    • reported a minimum of at least 900 hours to the SkilledTrades BC by August 31 of the school year the student turns 19 

    • applied before the scholarship application deadline

More Info/Helpful Links:   

Apply Now
Youth Work in Trades Program | SkilledTradesBC
Sponsor Employers | SkilledTradesBC
Youth Work in Trades (WRK) Scholarship - Province of British Columbia

Questions? Contact: 

  • About Trades: 
    • Kerri Carlson, Careers Pathways Coordinator, qĢ“atĢ“į¶æɛt (qathet) School District, kerri.carlson@sd47.bc.ca 
  • About Academic Advising, Dual Credit University Enrichment and Certificate Programs:  
    • Pamela Ellis, Careers Pathways Coordinator, qĢ“atĢ“į¶æɛt (qathet) School District, pam.ellis@sd47.bc.ca 

 

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