The Welder Apprenticeship program consists of on-the-job and in-school training. Generally, the time-frame to become competent in the trade of Welder is 6,000 hours (approximately three years) consisting of 5,280 hours of on-the-job work experience and 720 hours of in-school training.
On-the-Job Training: Apprentices gain on-the job training experience at their place of employment. The skills (set out by the trade’s Apprenticeship Training Standard) are competencies recognized by the welding industry as essential to the practice of the trade. As competencies are developed, the apprentice’s sponsor (employer) signs the relevant sections of the training standard to indicate that the apprentice has met the individual training objectives by demonstrating the skills required.
In-School Training: Technical Training Group (TTG) is a Training Delivery Agent (106A) for the in-school portion of the Welder (456A) apprenticeship program. The program is funded in part by the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD).
This training includes three levels of theoretical training. Regular evaluations and testing of the apprentices knowledge and skills are conducted throughout the training to ensure that all apprentices have achieved the learning outcomes identified in the Welder Curriculum Standard.
TTG’s in-school training is delivered annually, and is a part-time evening and day release (Level 1and Level 2 in 2024) delivery model which runs from September – June. This training is delivered in Stratford, Ontario at Stratford District Secondary School (SDSS) 428 Forman Ave, (TTG Site 1).
Applicants must:
To learn more, review Apprenticeship Eligibility Requirements
Upon successful completion of the 6,000 hours of apprenticeship training:
CLOSED for 2024
September-June
Part-time, Evening
Tuesday & Thursday
6pm-10pm
Day Release
Friday 8am-5pm
Apprentice Fee $500
Books & Supplies $550
Total: $1,050 (no HST)
CLOSED for 2024
October - April
Monday & Wednesday
6pm-10pm
Day Release - NEW
Friday 8am-5pm
Apprentice Fee $300
Books & Supplies $500
Total: $800 (no HST)
CLOSED for 2024
October - June
Tuesday & Thursday
6pm-10pm
Apprentice Fee $450
Books & Supplies $600
Total: $1,050 (no HST)
*T2202 tax receipts are provided for tuition, pro-rated based on attendance and number of classes. All fees must be paid in full before tax receipts can be issued.
If you have any questions, or require additional information, contact us at 519-801-8641, or info@technicaltraininggroup.org.
Due to limited seat availability, registrations will be accepted on a first come, first served basis.
To secure your seat you must register online via the form below and pay your Apprentice and Books & Supplies fees:
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An email verifying confirmation of your seat and a receipt for payment will be sent within 7 business days of TTG receiving full payment of Tuition and Books & Supplies fees.
If you do not receive this confirmation email or have any questions or concerns, call (519) 801-8641 or email registrar@ttgtraining.org.
You must be a registered Apprentice with the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD) and have received an Offer of Classroom Training before registering with TTG. Seats are available on a first come, first served basis.
If you are a registered Apprentice and need assistance or have questions, please contact your Employment & Training Consultant (ETC) at the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training & Skills Development. You can also call MLISTD London Office (1-800-265-1050) or the MLITSD Kitchener Office (1-866-877-0099) or email appr.london@ontario.ca.
TTG delivers the in-school component of this Apprenticeship Program as required by the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD) In addition, the MLITSD requires employers to deliver the greater proportion of apprenticeship training on-the-job.
For more information about becoming an apprentice, visit: Become an Apprentice
Apprenticeship Incentive Grant (AIG)
The Apprenticeship Incentive Grant (AIG) is a taxable cash grant of $1,000.00 per year or level, for a lifetime maximum amount of $2,000 per person. For more information, visit: https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/apprentices/grants.html
Apprenticeship Completion Grant (ACG)
The Apprenticeship Completion Grant (ACG) is a one-time, taxable cash grant with a lifetime maximum amount of $2,000 per person for registered apprentices who complete their apprenticeship training and obtain their journeyperson certification. For more information, visit: https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/apprentices/grants.html
Interested in an apprenticeship? You need to first find an employer who will sponsor you as an apprentice. For more information on how to find a sponsor, visit: https://www.ontario.ca/page/start-apprenticeship#section-3
If you are interested pursuing a career in the skilled trades and are not sure where to start – explore a Pre-Apprenticeship program. These programs are a great way to develop the job skills and trade readiness needed to start on the path towards an apprenticeship.
Depending on the availability of Ministry funding each year, TTG offers Pre-Apprenticeship Multiple Trades Exposure Programs. These programs can provide an opportunity to gain the skills required to secure employment in the skilled trades and help set you on the path towards securing an apprenticeship. For more information visit Pre-Apprenticeship Multiple Trades Exposure Programs.
STEP 1 - Once you have an employer sponsor, you need to set up an account and submit an apprenticeship application online through the Skilled Trades Ontario Portal (STOP). Visit https://www.skilledtradesontario.ca/skilled-trades-ontario-portal/
STEP 2 - If your application is approved, the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD) will:
STEP 3 – When in-class schooling becomes available, you and your employer will receive your Offer of Classroom Training from the MLITSD by email. This will occur approximately 90 days prior to the start of the in-class training. Please reference this Offer of Classroom Training to locate your apprentice ID, class number, training dates, location, classroom fee and ETC. *Note this offer from the MLITSD does NOT include TTG’s Books and Supplies fee.
If you need assistance or have questions, please contact your Employment Training Consultant at the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training & Skills Development. You can also call the MLISTD London Office (1-800-265-1050), the MLITSD Kitchener Office (1-866-877-0099), or email appr.london@ontario.ca.
STEP 4 – Once you have received your Offer of Classroom Training you are eligible to register for school. Seats are available on a first come, first served basis.
