Supports and Services

Apprentices are paid a wage for their experience on the job and, if eligible, may receive Employment Insurance (EI) benefits when they begin apprenticeship technical training.

Apprentices may also be eligible for financial assistance through the Training and Skills Development (TSD) program to cover costs associated with training, child care, living away from home, travel assistance, commuting allowance and disability allowance.

In addition, a wide range of incentives are available to apprentices.

Do you excel on the job but struggle in the classroom? If you are an apprentice and have access to the internet, the Government of New Brunswick’s Virtual Learning Strategy (“VLS”) program provides you with individualized support to help you during your technical training and during your exam. You will meet one-on-one virtually with a learning strategist who will help you overcome challenges and increase your confidence. A learning strategist will work with you to develop a targeted action plan designed to help you reach your goals. This action plan may include strengthening your math and reading skills, practicing study, memory, and test-taking strategies, or learning how to respond if tests make you anxious. It also can help to determine if you need supports in place during your exam.  This program is 100% virtual so we flex to your schedule and work with apprentices across the country.

Check out Connor’s video on his VLS experience on our website Home | VLS-SAV Canada