How to Become an Exterior Insulated Finishing Systems Mechanic in Ontario

• 4 steps without a listed fee

1. Sign a training agreement

   You begin the apprenticeship program by signing a Training Agreement with a sponsor and registering it with Skilled Trades Ontario.

   Source

   “An apprenticeship program begins when you sign a Training Agreement with a sponsor and register it with Skilled Trades Ontario.”

   skilledtradesontario.ca/apprenticeship/starting-your-apprenticeship
2. Download your training logbook

   You download the Apprenticeship Training Standard Logbook or Schedule of Training that lists the skills and tasks to master during the apprenticeship.

   Source

   “An Apprenticeship Training Standard Logbook or Schedule of Training outlines all the skills and tasks you need to master during your apprenticeship. Your sponsor or trainer will sign off on each skill once you demonstrate proficiency.”

   skilledtradesontario.ca/apprenticeship/starting-your-apprenticeship
3. Complete the apprenticeship program

   You complete the apprenticeship program administered by Skilled Trades Ontario.

   Source

   “This trade has an apprenticeship program that is administered by Skilled Trades Ontario. Upon completion of an apprenticeship program, Skilled Trades Ontario issues a Certificate of Apprenticeship.”

   skilledtradesontario.ca/trade-information/exterior-insulated-finish...
4. Receive your certificate

   Upon completing the apprenticeship program, Skilled Trades Ontario issues you a Certificate of Apprenticeship, the highest level of certification for this trade.

   Source

   “Upon completion of an apprenticeship program, Skilled Trades Ontario issues a Certificate of Apprenticeship. This is the highest level of certification available for the trade.”

   skilledtradesontario.ca/trade-information/exterior-insulated-finish...

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• 3 steps without a listed fee

1. Find a sponsor in Ontario

   You find a sponsor in Ontario.

   Source

   “1. Find a sponsor in Ontario.”

   skilledtradesontario.ca/apprenticeship/current-apprentices
2. Apply for an apprenticeship

   You apply for an apprenticeship program in Ontario and check off the section of the form indicating you completed training in another province.

   Source

   “2. Apply for an apprenticeship program in Ontario. - On your application you will need to check off the section of the form that you have completed training in another province.”

   skilledtradesontario.ca/apprenticeship/current-apprentices
3. Verification of prior training

   Skilled Trades Ontario contacts you to verify your out-of-province training after you submit your application.

   Source

   “4. Skilled Trades Ontario will contact you to verify your out-of-province training after you have submitted your application.”

   skilledtradesontario.ca/apprenticeship/current-apprentices

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