Step up.
The co-op program, called STEP to Transportation, lets Grade 11/12 students spend a semester on a job site sampling several skilled trades – from truck and coach technician to auto body collision repair, parts technician, and light rail technician – to see if one sparks their interest. STEP stands for Specialized Trades Exploration Program, because it lets students explore multiple trades over a semester, rather than just one. It also sends them to George Brown College once a week for a dual credit (college credit + high school credit). They also earn a fistful of safety certificates to beef up their resumes, free of charge. STEP grads end up with five high school credits and a college credit to boot.