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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).
Proposed Ministry Funded Pre-Apprenticeship Training Programs 2025
1) Plumber – 306A
The Plumbing Pre-Apprenticeship Program at Mohawk College is a tuition-free program (funded by the Government of Ontario) that is designed to help transition to an apprenticeship in the trade of Plumbing. It is designed for individuals who are interested in working in a trade but do not yet have the experience to secure a job as an apprentice. The program also includes training for Gas Technician Certifications (GT-3) accredited by the TSSA (Technical Standards & Safety Authority).
2025 APPLICATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED.
2) Autobody – 310B
The Autobody Pre-Apprenticeship Program at Mohawk College is a tuition-free program (funded by the Government of Ontario) that is designed to help transition to an apprenticeship in the Auto body trade. It is designed for individuals who are interested in working in a trade but do not yet have the experience to secure a job as an apprentice. The program also includes exposure to the trade of Welding and applicable safety training.
2025 APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN.
Register to attend a mandatory information session. Please see the Application Process section below to register.
In partnership with The Career Foundation
3) General Carpenter -403a
The Career Foundation Pre-Apprenticeship Program at Mohawk College is a tuition-free program (funded by the Government of Ontario).This program trains youth, between the ages of 18 and 29, for a career in carpentry/construction.
* Programs are yet to be approved and the college reserves the right to cancel, change dates or alter delivery format without notice.
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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