SkillsPEI - Apprenticeship Program

Provided by: Government of Prince Edward Island - Department of Workforce, Advanced Learning and Population
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Service Description

Provides a training program for those working toward professional certification in a designated skilled trade in PEI. The program offers a combination of on-the-job training with a qualified tradesperson (80%) with in-class training (20%).

A list of designated skilled trades in PEI is available on the website.

Applicants must already have secured employment with a qualified tradesperson they can train under.

Information

Eligibility:
Applicants must:
-Have reached age 18 years within the calendar year of registering as an apprentice (excluding individuals registered as a youth apprentice or requesting entry as a mature student)
-Have a high school completion certificate or equivalent such as a GED
-Be working at a designated skilled trade with a suitable employer
Fees:
Yes * Grants may be available
How to Access:
Visit website to download the application form
Documents Required:
Completed application form (all three sections) * Copy or high school transcript or certificate from post secondary institution to see if credits can be applied toward the program
Program Phone Numbers:
  • Apprenticeship Training Officer - Charlottetown
    Email: dvrodd@gov.pe.ca
    902-368-4464
  • Apprenticeship Training Officer - Summerside
    Email: kdmacdougall@gov.pe.ca
    902-888-8034
Language:
English * French
Website:
https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/information/economic-growth-tourism-an(...)
Coverage Area:
Epekwitk / Prince Edward Island

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