2012-13 Apprenticeship Technical Training Schedule — May 15, 2012

The 2012-13 Apprenticeship Technical Training Schedule is available online.

2012 Canadian Apprenticeship Forum - Hosted by Regina — April 27, 2012

Join us in Regina, Saskatchewan, from June 3 - 5, for the CAF-FCA Conference. Here's a sneak preview of the panels and discussions you won't want to miss.

American Express no longer accepted as payment option — April 19, 2012

Effective immediately, the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission will no longer accept American Express as a payment option. 

Tuition Fees For 2012-2013 — April 2, 2012

The Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC) Board has established tuition fees for the 2012–2013 training year. 

Effective July 1, 2012, the tuition fee will increase from $30 for each week of apprenticeship technical training to $75 per week in most programs. This fee is necessary to address the increased training volume and higher costs for the delivery of technical training. The number of apprentices in technical training has increased from 3,296 in 2006-2007 to a projected 5,900 in 2011–2012, a 79% increase. Tuition fees have not increased since July 1, 2004 while, in the same period, training costs have increased 25%. The Saskatchewan Government has made major investments in the apprenticeship system. Since 2007-2008, funding has increased by 58% ($7.2M). As a result, the actual number of apprentices attending technical training has increased by 48% between 2007-2008 and 2010-2011.

Profile on Patrick Gartner — March 21, 2012

Patrick Gartner decided to pursue a Bachelor of Music degree, specializing in vocal performance, specifically opera singing. Read about his decision to become a Plumber instead!

2011 Tax Year — March 8, 2012

The Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC) has mailed out documents pertaining to the 2011 Taxation Year.

SATCC Chief Executive Officer Announces Retirement — February 17, 2012

The Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC) has begun the process of conducting a search for its next Chief Executive Officer (CEO). In the fall of 2011, Joe Black, SATCC’s current CEO, informed the Commission Board of Directors of his intention to retire in March of 2013.

Bridge the Gap with Women in Skilled Trades and Technologies: Saskatchewan’s Summit - Proceedings Report Posted — January 30, 2012

Over 70 Saskatchewan industry, training and government stakeholders gathered in Saskatoon May 6, 2011 to examine issues and discuss strategies to increase women’s participation in skilled trades and technologies. The participants also looked at ways to support employers in recruiting, hiring, training and retaining women in the skilled trades and technologies.

Apprenticeship Centennial Merit Scholarship Recipients - 2010-11 — January 23, 2012

One hundred and sixty-seven Saskatchewan registered apprentices recently received the 2010-11 Centennial Merit Scholarship Program award of $250.

Esthetician Training Providers Certification Requirements Annual Reminder — January 9, 2012

Instructors in Esthetician training programs that have received technical training credit from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC) must be Journeyperson certified by January 15, 2014.

Policy Respecting the Re-instatement of Cancelled Apprentices - Effective March 1, 2012 — January 4, 2012

The SATCC has developed a policy regarding the re-instatement of cancelled apprentices who re-enter the apprenticeship program in the same trade.

Number of SYA Industry Scholarships to DOUBLE!! — January 3, 2012

The Saskatchewan Youth Apprenticeship (SYA) Industry Scholarship encourages Saskatchewan youth to complete the SYA Program and enter into a career in a skilled trade within two years of high school graduation.
For 2011-2012, the number of scholarships to be awarded through participating Saskatchewan high schools will increase from 40 to 80; that means more youth than ever will benefit. A minimum of 20 scholarships will be awarded to SYA graduates through internal SATCC processes.