The Focused Apprenticeship Skills Training (OYAP-FAST) program lets students in Grades 11 and 12 focus on the Apprenticeship pathway while working toward their Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD).
To complete OYAP-FAST, students must:
- Earn 8-11 Cooperative Education credits with their community component placement in the skilled trades as an OYAP participant.
- Register as an apprentice through OYAP by the time they complete the eighth cooperative education credit. This means they must have a Registered Training Agreement (RTA) fully registered with Skilled Trades Ontario (STO).
Learn more about the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program at YRDSB.
What are the benefits of OYAP-FAST?
Students in OYAP-FAST have:
- additional opportunities to gain more apprenticeship learning
- receive a special blue seal on their Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) upon completion at graduation that officially recognizes enhanced learning and dedication to the skilled trades
- OYAP-FAST will be listed in the Specialized Program field of the Ontario Student Transcript (OST).
Who is OYAP-FAST for?
Students in Grades 11 and 12 who are confident that they are pursuing the apprenticeship pathway for their post-secondary education.
- Students can consult with their guidance counselor to discuss their post-secondary options.
- Please note: the school board cannot guarantee that all students who enrol in the OYAP-FAST program will be signed on as apprentices.
Where is OYAP-FAST offered?
OYAP and OYAP-FAST are offered by all secondary schools in York Region District School Board.
How and when do I apply?
To enrol, students must meet the OYAP eligibility requirements. Students must have a signed parent consent form to participate in OYAP-FAST. Students must also be working towards earning an OSSD with the goal of earning an OSSD.
For more information
Please see the Co-operative Education, Personalized Alternative Education or Guidance Departments in your school.