Apprenticeship Program

For Students Enrolled in the Distributed Learning Programs or International Program

"And I (the Lord) have filled him with the Spirit of God in wisdom, and in understanding, and in knowledge, and in all manner of workmanship...."Exodus 31:3

The apprenticeship program is offered in secondary schools across British Columbia.  Students in Grade 10 are prepared for Anchor Academy Apprenticeship through the school Career Counselor.  There Are over 150 current B.C. trades available.

Most students begin an apprenticeship once they have turned 15 and have satisfied the entry requirements.  Students in Grades 11 and 12 are registered once they have met the entry requirements.

What is Apprenticeship?

Apprenticeship  is work-based training combined with post-secondary education.  Student apprentices spend about 80% of their time learning their craft on the job (under the direction of a highly skilled journey-person) and about 20% of their time learning in the classroom or at home.

What's in it for me?

Depending when they start, students can be journey-persons by the time they are 21!

1. Earn money while you are learning valuable skills.

2. Acquire the skills that employers are looking for.

3. Get a head start in your career - apprenticeship students can be journey-persons by the time they are 21.

4. Earn 16 credits toward your high school graduation, plus another 8 through Work Experience.

5. Gain Valuable work experience.

6. Acquire valuable marketable skills valued by employers.

7. Be eligible for a $1,000 scholarship.

How do I get here?

1. Research the trade areas that interest you using your school or similar web site.

2. Talk to your parents about your interests in the apprenticeship.

3. Contact your school's Career Counselor for an application package.

4. You may be a "hidden apprentice" already working for someone in a trade.

5. Pursue the Industry Trade website

6. Must complete Planning 10 Work Safety module.

7. Download the Apprenticeship and Sponsor Registration form, fill in and mail to Anchor Academy, Attention Heidi Christison

For further information:

Take a look at the exciting career options available for you in trades and technology.  Check out these options and request an Apprenticeship Forms package from Anchor Academy's Apprenticeship/Work Experience Coordinator, Mrs. Heidi Christison at 1-877-396-3743.

Required Courses

Plus Any 2 of the Following 4 Credit Electives

For a complete list click here

If you have any questions or would like to further explore this graduation option please contact Vice Principal, Melanie Bartusek 1-888-917-3783.