Apprenticeship

An apprenticeship is a training process in British Columbia in which an individual works towards acheiving journeyperson qualifications. The structure of the apprenticeship system requires you to attend prescribed in-school technical training classes, as well as, completing a set number of hours in a work-based training component.

What are the steps to becoming an apprentice?

Any questions regarding Apprenticeship in British Columbia can be directed to the Industry Training Authority (ITA) at 1-866-660-6011. All application and registration forms can be found on their web site at www.itabc.ca

Application process for Apprenticeship Technical Training Classes

Apprenticeship training classes at Vancouver Island University fill on a first come first registered basis, with waiting lists established in many trades and levels. Program schedules are available on the web at http://www.viu.ca/apprentice/schedules.asp. Contact the Apprenticeship Registration Clerk at 250-740-6112 or tanya.reiber@viu.ca to register for a class now.

Please note that Registration confirmation is determined by the applicant paying a deposit/commitment fee of $200.00 within 3 weeks of the date of registration and the remainder of the tuition fees are due ninety days prior to the start date of class.

To view your student record online please go to the following website, you will need your student number (which is on your letter) and your PIN is your date of birth if you haven't yet accessed your student record online before.

https://records.viu.ca/reg/htbin/weblogin

What Apprenticeship Programs does VIU offer?

Currently VIU offers apprenticeship training in:

• Automotive
• Baking
• Carpentry
• Professional Cook
• Electrical
• Gasfitter
• Heavy Duty Mechanic
• Inboard/Outboard Mechanic
• Refrigeration
• Welder

Please Note, you cannot register for Apprenticeship Courses online, but you can accept offers online.

To Access your Vancouver Island University student record:

To access your Vancouver Island University Student Record, you will need your 9 digit student number and PIN (date of birth if you have not accessed your student record online before). Click here to access your student record

BC Trades Training Consortium Website

We have posted our Apprentice training schedules which is a consolidated view of where and when Apprentice training is offered throughout BC. Please note, the site's purpose is solely to display BC Apprentice training schedules. You must directly contact the educational provider of your choice to register for training. Each schedule links to the institution of your choice.

Math Help

Need help with trades math? Visit the below website for a refresher on using trades math or call Jan Wiebe at 250-740-6255 to obtain a copy.

http://www.csc-ca.org/pdf/CSC_UTM_e.pdf

Disability Services

Students with documented disabilities requiring academic and/or exam accommodation should contact Disability Services, Building 200, 2nd Floor or call 740-6446 as soon as possible

http://www.viu.ca/disabilityservices/index.asp