School-to-Careers Programs
Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP) - Benefits
| BENEFITS FOR STUDENTS |
- an opportunity to get a 'head start' in an apprenticeship by reducing time and expenses that would be spent in training after high school
- a seamless transition from school to post secondary training
- an opportunity to develop a valuable network of employers for future job opportunities
- valuable work experience, employability skills and an understanding of employer expectations
- an opportunity to explore interesting and creative apprenticeship occupations for career decision making
- an opportunity to become registered apprentices while working towards their secondary school diploma
- provides an 'open door' to well paid employment
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| BENEFITS FOR EMPLOYERS |
- provides a work force of young people who have skills and work experience
- helps identify and train future skilled trades people
- enables employers to participate directly in the education and training of students
- enables employers to train potential employees to their company standards
- gives the employer the opportunity to observe and assess the capabilities of a potential apprentice before making a long term commitment
- assists in increasing the positive perception of the trades
- employers benefit from the student's increasing performance and productivity
- qualifies for a wage subsidy program
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