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Begin your apprenticeship journey through a pre-apprenticeship training program. Funded by the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development, for eligible individuals.
How it works
- Colleges and community training providers deliver free trades-specific training, offered once a year, as Ministry funding permits.
- Individuals apply for and meet eligibility criteria to participate in training.
- These programs include trades-specific training, course materials and safety training, and support in obtaining an 8 to 12-week work placement.
Benefits
- Develop confidence, exposure and skills in a specific trade.
- Provides specific skills that employers are looking for in potential apprenticeship candidates.
- Prepare for future trades training.
Admission Requirements
To be considered for a pre-apprenticeship training program at Mohawk College, you must:
- Be a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident.
- Minimum of 16 years of age and eligible to work in Ontario.
- Have your high school diploma/GED or equivalent. Exceptions will be considered on a case by case basis depending on the requirements of the trade. Applicants under the age of 18 must have a high school diploma/GED.
- Be willing and able to commit to a full-time program (approx. 30 hours per week).
Ministry Funded Pre-Apprenticeship Training Programs 2025
In partnership with YWCA
3) Autobody - 310B
The YWCA Pre-Apprenticeship Program at Mohawk College is a tuition-free program (funded by the Government of Ontario).This program trains Women and gender-diverse people, 18 years and older, for a career in the auto body industry.
2) Try a Trade - Ship Repair and Fabrication
Are you looking for a full-time job in skilled trades with free training? Are you 18 years of age or older? Consider the Ship Repair and Fabrication "Try a Trade" training and employment pathway program with exposure to Industrial Painter, Millwright and Welder. 9 weeks of skills training, followed by 8 weeks of paid work placement. Upon completion and if suitable, the candidate may be offered ongoing employment.
Mohawk College is offering this "Try a Trade" Training Program in partnership with Ontario Shipyards and Adult Basic Education Association.
Your FREE training will include:
- Technical skills development
-Workplace health and safety training
-Essential employment skills development
-Paid work placement in one of two locations: Hamilton and St. Catharines
Click here for 2025 Program Information
Interested in finding out more? email: preapprenticeship [at] mohawkcollege.ca (preapprenticeship[at]mohawkcollege[dot]ca)
Interested in other trade areas? Check under Programs and Courses on the Mohawk College website. Look for the Program Coordinator associated with each of the programs for contact information.
Questions?
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