Burnaby School District offers the following options within the Career Education Department:
- Work Experience 30 or 80 hours Gr 11 / 12
- Explore Skills and Technology Gr 9 – 10
- Industry Training Programs – Application 2020 updated during School Closure
Burnaby School District offers a variety of industry training programs. Which are categorized into three types: Youth Train in Trades formerly called Ace-it, Industry Certification programs, and Industry Connection programs.
Youth Train In Trades (ACE-IT)
Thousands of job openings are expected in the skilled trades in coming years with high employment opportunities and great earning potential, offering diverse work in a variety of industries. Explore the trades that are most in demand in British Columbia. Top Trades in Demand – Industry Training Authority
| Auto Collision Repair Technician
Auto Refinishing Prep Technician Auto Service Technician Baker (Pastry Arts) |
Cabinet Maker & Joiner
Carpenter Construction Electrician Hairstylist ** 2 years Metal Fabricator |
Millwright
Painter & Decorator Pipefitter Plumber Professional Cook |
Industry Certification
| Cisco Networking Academy | Fitness Leadership Instructor
Toursim & Event Management |
Microsoft Office Specialist
Palo Alto Cyber Security Academy |
Industry Connect
| DigiPen Gaming Academy
Film & Broadcast |
Graphics/Media Arts
Health Sciences |
Music Production & Technology
Robotics (Mechatronics) |
Youth Work In Trades – Secondary School Apprenticeship (SSA)
Burnaby School District Industry Training Students – Interviewed on Video – How the Programs have worked for Burnaby Students!
Industry Training Authority – Youth Work in Trades