Students can start the work-based training of their trade apprenticeship while they are still in high school. Thanks to this partnership between SkilledTradesBC and the BC Ministry of Education and Child Care (ECC), students can earn 16 credits towards their high school diploma and 480 hours towards their trade credential. 

Youth Work In Trades Award 

Students who have met the Youth Work in Trades Award criteria will receive $1000. The award is intended to help apprentices continue in the trade through the partial payment of tuition, or the purchase of tools or supplies. This award is a partnership between the BC Ministry of Education and Child Care (ECC) and SkilledTradesBC. Learn more about the Youth Work in Trades Award. 

To be eligible for a Youth Work in Trades Award, students must have: 

• Been registered with SkilledTradesBC as a youth apprentice 

• Graduated with a Grade 12 Dogwood Diploma or Adult Dogwood 

• Successfully completed WRK 11A, WRK 11B, WRK 12A, and WRK 12B 

• Maintained a C+ average or better on Grade 12 numbered courses 

• Reported a total of at least 900 hours to SkilledTradesBC by January 31 of the school year they turn 19 

For more information about the Youth Work in Trades Award, please contact the Ministry of Education and Child Care (ECC): 
Tony Arthurs | Phone (250) 213-7540 | Tony.Arthurs [at] gov.bc.carel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" 

Forms

Youth Apprentice and Sponsor Registration Form 

Work Based Training Report