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PDF (New Window)| Record #: OAK0426 | Last Full Update: 18 Aug 2021 |
| Contact Information | |
|---|---|
| Office Phone | 905-875-1805 |
| Toll Free Phone | 1-800-265-5656 |
| info@horticulturetechnician.ca | |
| Website | www.horticulturetechnician.ca |
| Social Media |  Facebook: www.facebook.com/landscapeontario Instagram: www.instagram.com/landscapeontario/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/landscape-ontario/ Twitter: twitter.com/green_for_life YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/landscapeontario |
| Primary Contact | Christy Sebastian, Apprenticeship Program Pathways & Registration Specialist; Phone: 1-800-265-5656 ext 2318; Email: csebastian@landscapeontario.com |
| Agency Information | |
| Legal Status | (50) Non Profit |
| Established | 1973 |
| Primary Executive | Sally Harvey, Director of Education & Workforce Development; Phone: 1-800-265-5656 ext 315; Email: sharvey@landscapeontario.com |
| Funding | Provincial - Government of Ontario ; Federal - Government of Canada |
| Description and Service Details | |
| Description (Service) | Workplace-based training provided under the direction of experienced mentors and trainers, combined with classroom training * the Ontario government pays for almost 85% of classroom training, supports apprentices with grants and some apprentices are eligible for EI grants during classroom training * approximately 80% of the training happens on-the-job with an employer and the other 20% is completed in school over two 12-week winter semesters * once registered, apprentices typically take between 4-6 years to complete their training and certification requirements The Benefits: * Financial Incentives throughout the process; apprentices are eligible for over $4,000 in grants * Hands on training that will develop a deeper knowledge of the profession * Cost effective, the Ministry covers 85% of the in-class training * Upon completion the Apprentice will obtain a Red Seal Journey-person Class designation (eligible to practice the trade across Canada) Your Commitment: * Training with an employer for over 5,400 hours (3-5 years) * Completing a 12-week (basic) in-class training session at a training provider (Tuition fee applies) * Completing a 12-week (advanced) in-class training session at a training provider (Tuition fee applies) * Completing a skills sign-off Training Standard Book of required skills on-the-job with your employer * Completing a Certificate of Qualification Exam at the end of the apprenticeship |
| Hours | Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm |
| Dates | Open enrollment throughout the year |
| Areas Served | Durham Region ; Halton Region ; Hamilton ; Peel Region ; Toronto ; York Region |
| Boundaries | Greater Toronto and Hamilton Areas - Durham, York, Toronto, Peel, Halton, Hamilton |
| Eligibility | Ages: 18 year(s) and up * have legal permission to work in Canada * a minimum of grade 12 high school diploma or equivalent (international designations must provide Canadian equivalency) * employed in the Horticultural Sector in Ontario * must be registered with the MTCU and OCOT |
| Application | To register and for more information, contact Sally Harvey at sharvey@landscapeontario.com |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | None ; Free bus service available from Toronto and Hamilton |
| Transportation | Free bus service available from Toronto and Hamilton |
| Site Information | |
| Located In Community | Milton |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | Fifth Line & Steeles Ave |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
| Categories and Classification | |
| HCSD Main Heading | Employment / Training |
| HCSD Sub Heading | Apprenticeship |
| Service Categories | Apprenticeship Training ~ Agricultural/Forestry and Related Occupations |