Apprenticeships and Skilled Trades

About Apprenticeships

In today’s global marketplace, there is an increasing demand for skilled trades. Our skilled trade and apprenticeship training provides you with the in-school and hands-on experience you need to become a successful tradesperson. At Fanshawe, we pride ourselves in providing many academic pathways to ensure our students are able to achieve their goals.

Skilled trades are for people who enjoy working with their hands and seeing their passion come to life. There are 156 skilled trades in Ontario in four sectors: Construction, Industrial, Motive Power and Service.
Apprenticeships are employment-based training for people seeking a career in a skilled trade. Apprentices are paid while they work and their wages increase as they progress through their apprenticeship training.

Why Fanshawe

40+ skilled trade and apprenticeship programs offered
Small class sizes and hands-on learning
Workplace-based training with experienced skilled trade workers
Full-time, part-time, block release, day release or online delivery
Academic pathways that lead to apprenticeship

Prospective Students

Explore programs, steps on becoming an apprentice and frequently asked questions.

Explore Apprenticeship Programs

Learn How to Apply for an Apprenticeship

Employers

On average, for each $1 invested in an apprentice, a benefit of $1.47 accrues to employers for a net return of $0.47.

Learn More at caf-fca.org

How to Hire an Apprentice

THE DON CRICH SKILLED TRADES ACCELERATOR

The Don Crich Skilled Trades Accelerator is an entrance point for all members of the community to learn more about trades and share employment opportunities.

The space will act as a catalyst to transform and exponentially grow enrolment in skilled trades education in our region. By providing a central entry point for prospective students, current students and employers to find all the information they need to pursue opportunities in skilled trades.

Learn more about the space