Career Ready
Learn a Trade - Launch Your Future
The Cooperative Vocational Education Program is an excellent way to explore a career, not just a job. Twelve trades are offered, each one linked to Post Secondary Education, and Nationally and Provincially recognized. You can complete grade 12 and get the first year of your trade certification all in the same year!
Career Ready's unique feature is the extended work placement portion of the program. You actually work in the field in your chosen trade for six to seven months, doing the actual job and making valuable contacts in the industry. You can put "Experience" on your resume!
Registration is CLOSED for 2026-2027 School Year!
Please Note: Career Ready does not maintain a waitlist.
Visit our Registration page for details.
For additional information:
- contact your school's guidance councilor
- email us at careerready@7oaks.org
- call 204-632-6641
If English is not your first language, and you think you may need support with your Career Ready application or ESL/workplace culture support while you are in any one of the programs, please contact:
Alberto Caballero (VELF)
Vocational Employment Language Facilitator
202-930 Jefferson Ave., 204-697-5967
Please note that for Permanent Residents (PR or newcomer to Canada), Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) of 5+ are required in listening, speaking, reading and writing in order to be considered for any of the CVE programs. If you are a PR, please contact the Winnipeg English Language Assessment Centre (WELARC), info@welarc.net 204-943-5387, for a free CLB assessment.
View our Career Ready Brochure by clicking here
Program Structure
All Career Ready courses require:
- Grade 11 compulsory courses must be completed
- Completion of a Career Ready application form
- Present a certified transcript of marks (do not submit report card)
- Cover letter
- Reference letter and resume
- participation in an orientation
All the programs are structured as follows:
- A combination of class and practical on the job training. Each program has different structure - please consult the individual Career Ready program's brochure for clarification
- In the Aviation Program, the last five weeks are spent at Stevenson Aviation and James Richardson International Airport
- For students going into grade 12, the program is free! You can earn up to 10 High School credits toward your graduation, taking grade 12 Math and English in the afternoons
- Graduates and young adult learners are accepted. There is a nominal fee of $300.00. An interview and transcript is required for all courses
- Students residing outside Seven Oaks School Division are accepted. There is a nominal fee. An interview and transcript is required for all courses
- Everyone is welcome in all programs
| Program | Video | Duration | Potential Credentials | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive Trades & Technology |  | 1 year (10 months of study) | Apprenticeship Accredited Level 1 available | Age cap of 25 years of age |
| Aviation Trades & Technology | | 1 year (10 months of study) | Apprenticeship Accredited Level 1 available WHMIS training | Recommend Math (applied or pre-cal) & English 30S and/or 40S (min. mark 70%) Age cap of 25 years of age |
| Building Trades | | 1 year (10 months of study) | First Aid & CPR Certification Harness training and fall protection WHMIS training | Age cap of 25 years of age |
| Culinary Services | | 1 year (10 months of study) | Food Handler Certificate (culinary) Smart Choices (hospitality) Manitoba Best (both) Emerit Certification (both) WHMIS training (both) | Age cap of 25 years of age |
| Early Childhood Education | | 1 year (10 months of study) | First term of the Red River College Early Childhood Education program WEVAS certificate First Aid & CPR Certification CCA classification WHMIS training Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training | Current Child Abuse Registry and Criminal Background Check Age cap of 25 years of age |
| Electrical Trades & Technology | | 1 year (10 months of study) | Level 1 Apprenticeship equivalent for students achieving a final grade of 70% or greater (includes 900 hours towards required hours for Level 1) First Aid & CPR Certification WHMIS training Possibility for membership in the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers | Recommend Math (applied or pre-cal) - min. mark 70% Age cap of 21 years of age |
| Health Care Aide | | 1 year (10 months of study) | Red River College Health Care Aide Certificate Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certificate Heart and Stroke Foundation Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate PIECES (dementia care) WHMIS training | Completion of physical examination and up-to-date immunization records Current Child Abuse Registry and Adult Abuse Registry and Criminal Record Check including vulnerable sector search Age cap of 25 years of age |
| Hospitality Services | | 1 year (10 months of study) | Smart Choices Manitoba Best Emerit Certification WHMIS training | Grade 11 Math and English Grade 12 prerequisites Age cap of 25 years of age |
| Performing Arts Production & Industry | | 1 year (10 months of study) | Technical sound, lighting, front and back of house production First Aid & CPR Certification WHMIS Training | Age cap of 25 years of age |
| Plumbing & Pipe Trades | | 1 year (10 months of study) | Apprenticeship Accredited Level 1 available WHMIS training Harness training and fall protection | Grade 11 compulsories must be completed (special exceptions can be made) Age cap of 25 years of age |
| Refrigeration & Air Conditioning | | 1 year (10 months of study) | Manitoba Ozone Protection Industry Association Certification First Aid & CPR Certification Harness and fall training Scissor lift training WHMIS training Job site hazard training | Recommend Math (physics and/or applied or pre-cal) & English 30S and/or 40S (min. mark 70%) Age cap of 25 years of age |