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Secondary School Apprenticeship (SSA)
"Earn While You Learn"
The Secondary School Apprenticeship (SSA) program is a work-based training program that gives students the opportunity to earn secondary school credits for their on-the-job work experience in an apprenticeable trade. This requires a student to be working with a certified tradesperson who is willing to sponsor the student as an apprentice. All work-based training hours accumulated through this program can be reported to the Industry Training Authority (ITA) for apprenticeship hours.
What does it mean to "Earn While You Learn"?
Students earn four courses worth of secondary school credit (480 hours) - 16 credits (SSA 11A, 11B, 12A and 12B).
Students gain early entry into apprenticeship while still enrolled in high school.
Students get "hands on" learning and experience in their chosen field.
Student may be eligible for a $1000 Scholarship once they complete the full 480 hours.
How does the SSA Program work?
Students complete work hours at their afternoon, evening and/or weekend positions with their employer sponsor.
Students learn trade-specific skills from their sponsor on-the-job.
The student and sponsor (with the support of the SD #23 SSA Coordinator) track and report hours and progress throughout the program.
The SSA Coordinator will work with the sponor to evaluate the student's progress and assign secondary school credits as required.
How do I become eligible for the SSA Scholarship?
Students who successfully complete the SSA program may be eligible for a $1000 scholarship from the Ministry of Education, in cooperation with the Industry Training Authority (ITA). Students must meet the following criteria to be eligible:
Have graduated with a Grade 12 Dogwood or Adult Dogwood.
Successfully complete the full 480 work-based training hours and been assigned credits for SSA 11A, 11B, 12A and 12B.
Maintain a C+ average on all Grade 12 numbered courses.
Continue working or training full-time in the trade 5 months after secondary school graduation or have 1100 hours reported to the ITA.
The scholarship application deadline is in November each year, with scholarships being processed and sent out after that.
Sounds good! How do I apply?
Application Packages are available at your school's Career Centre or by clicking on the link at the top of the page.
Completed packages can be submitted to the SSA Coordinator through your school's Career Centre.
You will be expected to participate in an interview conducted by the SSA Coordinator.
The SSA Coordinator will arrange to meet with your employer to discuss the program and complete the necessary paperwork.
Congratulations to our SSA Scholarship Winners!
At the Public Board Meeting on Wednesday, April 27th, the SSA Scholarship Awards were presented.
The following 5 students qualified for this year's Secondary School Apprenticeship Scholarship - each worth $1000!
Bryce Bullach (RSS): Commercial Transport Mechanic
Dale Oxford (MBSS): Cabinet Making
Kale McMahon (OKM): Carpentry
Josip Pintaric (GESS): Auto Service Technician
Charles Sherman (MBSS): Professional Cook
A huge thanks to the employer / sponsors and all those who supported these students as they began their apprenticeships!
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Bryce and Dale after receiving their awards from Board Chairperson Rolli Cacchioni. |
For more information, see your Career Centre or contact:
Bob Boback
Dual Credit / Secondary School Apprenticeship Coordinator
Tel: 250-860-9729 Ext. 4273
Fax: 250-878-0170
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