Employers play a vital role in the training of youth apprentices. The employer is expected to:

• Provide a working environment which focuses on learning and apprenticeship training;
• Provide a safe working environment which complies with health and safety regulations;
• Direct and guide student learning through on-site supervision by a qualified journeyperson;
• Assess the progress of the student jointly with the Cooperative Education teacher.

The employer’s participation helps the student:

• Develop an awareness and appreciation of the skilled trades;
• Gain access to a career in the skilled trades;
• Begin apprenticeship training as part of a high school diploma;
• Make a successful transition from high school to the workplace in a skilled trade.