Plans of Training (POT)

A plan of training details the full scope of learning for a trade in Newfoundland and Labrador, including:

• provincial occupation title;
• implementation date;
• alignment with the RSOS (if applicable);
• course content;
• course designation as pre-employment or levels 1-4;
• conditions governing apprenticeship training;
• entrance requirements;
• wage and progression schedule;
• class call requirements;
• in school training and work experience hours;
• apprenticeship term; and
• requirements for provincial certification or Red Seal endorsement.

The content of a Plan of Training is based on the occupational standard for the trade and is developed in consultation with a Provincial Trade Advisory Committee. The occupational standard for Red Seal trades is the National Occupational Analysis (NOA) or Red Seal Occupational Standard (RSOS).

List of Plans of Training in Newfoundland and Labrador.

List of the Archived Plans of Training.

Atlantic Apprenticeship Curriculum Standard (AACS)

An Atlantic apprenticeship curriculum standard is a trade-specific training standard developed through the Atlantic Apprenticeship Harmonization Project. An Atlantic trade advisory committee, consisting of industry and training representatives from Atlantic Canada, works to ensure the curriculum represents the essential tasks, knowledge and skills of their respective province. The AACS is a common standard shared by all Atlantic provinces. It enhances the mobility of apprentices and skilled workers in Atlantic Canada, and includes:

• occupation title;
• implementation date;
• alignment with the RSOS;
• unit content; and
• unit designation by level.

Private Plans of Training

A private plan of training is an individualized plan developed for a specific employer which allows employees to gain work experience and training credit towards certification in a trade. Training is delivered in the workplace by the employer and participating employees are registered as apprentices in the trade.

For inquiries click here to contact the Manager of the Standards and Curriculum Unit or call 709-466-3977.