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Every school facilitates the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP) differently! The A is for Apprenticeship.

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An interactive, 4-station role-playing simulation walking a student volunteers (playing "Kal") through the OYAP journey from high school interest to a successful trades career.

Station Zero:

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Each group, choose a volunteer to bring the following cards to Mitch and take a seat.

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• Welder
• Electrician
• Automotive Service Tech
• Cook
• Developmental Services Worker (DSW)

Station One — "Exploring the Options"

• Station Lead: Mitch
• Setup: Setup station teacher, shop class, guidance or co-op.
• Note: This is for Grade 11 or 12

The Scenario:

" Welcome to class. It’s great to hear you are all passionate about working with your hands, and your Tech Ed teacher thinks you have real talent. You want to explore a career in the trades, but you aren't sure where to start or if you want to commit to college right away. I think you will like OYAP."

Eligibility Check: Mitch explains what you need to enter OYAP