The demand for skilled workers has never been higher and with nearly half of the workforce being eligible for retirement in the coming years, the Canadian Apprenticeship Forum estimates that around 375,000 new apprentices will need to be hired in the next five years to meet the demand for skilled journeypersons in Red Seal Trades. 

Beyond the opportunity to earn money while learning a new trade, there are many benefits associated with becoming a Red Seal Skilled Trade Apprentice. Tradespeople are essential to Canada’s economy and attaining a Red Seal Skilled Trades sponsorship, via the Red Seal Skilled Trades Apprenticeship Service, gives apprentices a significant employment advantage. The industry is heavily involved in developing the national standard for each trade and being Red Seal certified provides proof of advanced-level knowledge and skills that meet the trade standards across the country. 

A standard of excellence across Canada, the Red Seal Skilled Trades Apprenticeship Service is a partnership between the federal government, provinces and territories, all of which are responsible for apprenticeship training and trade certification in their jurisdictions. With an emphasis on apprenticeship training and skills assessment through industry-defined learning objectives, outcomes and performance criteria, obtaining a nationally recognized and respected Red Seal Endorsement not only increases the potential for more job opportunities and higher wages but could also facilitate career advancement and sustained employment across Canada.

Securing the industry-recognized Red Seal credential is an accomplishment to be proud of as it exemplifies both competence and quality of work, Canada-wide. The endorsement enhances the credibility of a worker in their trade and is a nationally accepted designation of being skilled and employable, not to mention also being acknowledged and respected by consumers. 

Don’t delay, enroll in the Red Seal Skilled Trades Apprenticeship Service today!