Toronto, Ontario — Skilled Trades Ontario is inviting subject matter experts to participate in their standards development and examinations, along with the support of the Standards Industry Advisory Committees to review exam content, skills competencies and learning outcomes.
Selected participants will go on to contribute their expertise through in-person or online workshops and online surveys.
“Ontario is internationally recognized for providing top-tier training and certification standards, following best practices and relying on expert advice,” said Melissa Young, CEO of Skilled Trades Ontario.
Skilled Trades Ontario is seeking experts working in their sector who have the following qualifications and skills:
· up-to-date, broad knowledge of their trade with specific technical knowledge or experience
· flexibility and commitment to dedicate time and energy to the task at hand
· unbiased attitude
· ability to support Skilled Trades Ontario’s Program Development Specialists
· responsiveness to requests
· communication skills
“Today, we are building on that progress by inviting experts across the skilled trades to have their say as we work to ensure apprentices are trained to the highest standard and have the tools they need to succeed in today’s workforce,” said Young.
Skilled Trades Ontario says it plans to review standards for a wide range of Red Seal and Ontario trades this year, including, but not limited to, Automotive Service Technician, Brick Layer, Sprinkler and Fire Protection Installer and Welder.
For more information, click here for the Skilled Trades Ontario submission form.
