Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP)

• Level 1 OYAP programs are regular apprenticeships that include the first level of in-school training at participating College/Training Delivery Agent (Durham College, Fleming College, Pereyma, Liuna(Cobourg Location) or the Durham Hairstylist Academy)

• Students will earn 1–3 Dual Credits for the time spent at College or Training Delivery Agent in the Level 1 program. These credits will count toward both their OSSD and their Level 1 Apprenticeship.

• Cooperative Education credits are granted for time spent at the workplace to a total of 4 combined credits earned in the final semester of a student’s Grade 12 year. 

• In-school training hours do not count toward the total apprenticeship hours. However, hours spent in the workplace must be carefully documented, as they would be a negotiable item between the Employer and the Apprentice to be considered toward the total apprenticeship hour requirement. 

• Students are encouraged to focus on obtaining the necessary skills required to complete their apprenticeship. Each apprentice is provided with a Training Standards booklet that is used to record their competencies and skill-sets. 

• Students require approval of a Registered Training Agreement (RTA) signed between the Employer, the Apprentice and the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development to attend the Level 1 in-school training. 

• While in the Program, students attend the participating College/Training Delivery Agent (Durham College, Fleming College, Pereyma, Liuna (Cobourg location), or the Durham Hairstylist Academy) as per their schedule. 

• Work placements are arranged through the school’s Cooperative Education Department with the student providing input where possible.
• Cooperative Education teachers are responsible for arranging and monitoring suitable placements.

• Costs associated with Level 1 (tuition, textbooks, and PPE’s), are covered by the school Board. Items not covered are personal safety boots (as required); these are the students’ responsibility. Gas and parking may not be covered.
• Students who have more than three unexcused absences from the College/Training Delivery Agent may be removed from the Program.
• Students are expected to treat their employers and co-workers with respect and adhere to all Cooperative Education guidelines.
• Students, parents /guardians and teachers will be required to attend an information session prior to the start date of the program
• Participation is dependent on a signed RTA (Registered Training Agreement)
• Successful students will need a Social Insurance Number to proceed with the next step.  If you do not have a SIN number, you must apply for one via the Government of Canada's website.
  

All successful applicants will be notified through their COOP teacher if they have been selected for an interview. Interviews will take place virtually on video sharing app Flip, students will have approximately one week to submit their interviews.

All students will be notified of the status of their application (accepted, denied or placed on the waitlist) by June, by their Cooperative Education Teachers.

Important to note, the Level One OYAP opportunity is like a scholarship for the Skilled Trades.  The available spots are split between five school boards.  If you are not successful in securing a spot, there is an amazing alternative, speak with your COOP teacher about a 4 period COOP with a Registered Training Agreement (RTA).

Visit your Coop office and request the OYAP Level 1 Application information package which contains detailed instructions of items to prepare (including the questions you will need to answer) prior to beginning your online application.  Before submitting your application, you, and your parent/guardian (if under 18) will need to sign the application.

Applications are due no later than Friday, April 5, 2024. 

OYAP Level 1 Application