Apprenticeship is a system of learning by doing. It consists of on-the-job training with an employer and related class studies in college. The on-the-job training is a competency-based format program which involves completing of a Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training, and Skills Development-issued booklet. Classes are offered either one day a week, two nights a week or eight weeks a year. Depending on your trade, class programs could take two to three years. Apprenticeships vary in length from two to five years. (The actual length depends on the trade you've chosen, and how quickly you learn on-the-job competencies.)
Centennial College also offers Modified Apprenticeship Programs (MAPs) which include alternative in-school and on-the-job delivery methods. See the Modified Apprenticeship Programs (MAP) section for further details.
Centennial apprenticeship programs prepare you for an exciting future as a skilled professional in the transportation field, one of Canada's largest industries. Apprentices can complete their in- school requirements through Centennial College in the following transportation programs:
| Program | Contact Information |
|---|---|
| Autobody Repairer (310Q) Auto Body and Collision Damage Repairer (310B) | Darryl Roberts droberts@centennialcollege.ca 416-289-5000 ext. 57298 |
| Alignment and Brake Technician (310E) Automotive Service Technician (310S) Transmission Technician (310D) | Garrett Nalepka gnalepka@centennialcollege.ca 416-289-5000 ext. 57033 |
| Heavy Duty Equipment Technician (421A) | Angelo Spano aspano@centennialcollege.ca 416-289-5000 ext. 57261 |
| Motorcycle Technician (310G) | Alex Grupp agrupp@centennialcollege.ca 416-289-5000 ext. 57338 |
| Parts Technician (240P) | Robert Nakashima rnaka@centennialcollege.ca 416-289-5000 ext. 57319 |
| Power-Lift Truck Technician (282E) | Angelo Spano aspano@centennialcollege.ca 416-289-5000 ext. 57261 |
| Railway Car Technician (268R) | David Weatherhead dweatherhead@centennialcollege.ca 416-289-5000 ext. 57226 |
| Truck and Coach Technician (310T) | Darryl Ormiston dormiston@centennialcollege.ca 416-289-5000 ext. 57254 |
| Truck-Trailer Service Technician (310J) | John Dixon jdixon@centennialcollege.ca 416-289-5000 ext 57069 |
Special Features for Qualified Applicants
- An earn-while-you-learn approach to training.
- Instructors with extensive, current experience in the industry.
- State-of-the-art facilities at the province's largest transportation training centre.
- You may qualify for income support while in school through Employment Insurance Canada benefits or training allowance.
- In-school training is geared to on-the-job experience.
When you complete the in-school training at Centennial, you will receive a Certificate of Completion. At the conclusion of your apprenticeship, you can write the exam for your Certificate of Qualification. Passing the Certificate of Qualification exam means you can qualify for a Certificate of Apprenticeship from the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training, and Skills Development, and that you are certified in your chosen occupation. For more information on how to finish your apprenticeship, please visit ontario.ca/page/finish-apprenticeship
Please note: You cannot apply directly to the college for admission to traditional apprenticeship in-school curriculum training classes. You must first be currently employed as an apprentice and the MLITSD will contact you to attend classes.