George Brown Polytechnic is located on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and other Indigenous peoples who have lived here over time. We are grateful to share this land as treaty people who learn, work and live in the community with each other.
Apprenticeships are regulated by the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD) to train new workers in skilled trades. Apprenticeship training offers industry-specific education by combining on-the-job and in-school learning experiences.
The regional office of the MLITSD Workplace Training Branch registers all apprentices. You or your employer can contact the regional MLITSD office to request a visit from an Employment and Training Consultant at your workplace. The consultant will ensure that both you and your employer understand what an apprenticeship involves.
Candidates must be at least 16 years of age with a valid Social Insurance (SIN) number, and a recommended minimum of grade 12 education, including a strong foundation in math, sciences, and communications. Refer to each program for specific educational requirements.
1. Find Employment
Secure employment with a certified tradesperson or company in your chosen trade
2. Register with STO
Register with Skilled Trades Ontario (STO) for your membership
3. Contract Registration
You and your employer register a Contract of Apprenticeship with MLITSD
4. Receive Training Offer
Receive your Offer of Training from the Ministry after approximately one year
5. Begin In-school training
Register with George Brown and start your apprenticeship
Before Applying:
You must be registered with the MLITSD as an apprentice and have received a physical copy of your Offer of Training before applying to register for your in-school apprenticeship program at George Brown.
Submit a copy of your Offer of Classroom Training along with your completed Apprenticeship Application for Admission form to apprenticereg@georgebrown.ca.
In-school training seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis with the accompanying fee payment, with a wait list for those who register after the class is full.
Application for Admission form
Child Development Practitioner apprentices must complete this web form to begin the application process, and are not required to complete the Application for Admission form.
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Program Withdrawal:
To withdraw from an apprenticeship program and receive a refund, you must officially withdraw before the 10th business day of the first scheduled class. A $100 withdrawal fee applies.
Withdrawals after the 10th business day of classes will be considered without academic penalty before 60% of the program has been completed. Any withdrawal after that date will be recorded in your academic record.
To officially withdraw from the program, you can email your request to apprenticereg@georgebrown.ca and include your name, program name and class number. Alternatively, you can withdraw from the program in person at any Student Service Centre.
FEES:
For information about fees, including estimates on supply costs, please refer to individual programs.