Young Worker Readiness Certificate Course (YWRCC)
Complete the YWRCC Online! Then print your Certificate of Completion.
Our interactive online course includes: user instructions; the test; learning modules; certificate of completion
Download and print copies of your certificate of completion as soon as you pass the online test.
Note: You need a computer with access to a printer to obtain the certificate of completion and you should keep photocopies of your YWRCC certificate on file for future use.
*Records of certificates are not maintained by our Ministry. If your certificate copies are lost, you must retake the test.
Certificate Requirements for Young Workers and their Employers
Effective March 31, 2010 – All 14 and 15 year old workers are required to complete the Young Worker Readiness Certificate Course (YWRCC) and obtain a Certificate of Completion.
All young workers (14 and 15 years old) must provide their employer: proof of age; written consent from a parent or guardian; and a copy of their certificate.
Employers must keep the above documents on file.
Other ways to complete the YWRCC and get your certificate:
· Electronic copies of the YWRCC workbook and self-study guide (Modules 1, 2, and 3) are available below for download.
· Hardcopies of the workbook and guide can be picked up or mailed out (upon request) from your local Labour Standards district office, Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) district office, or Career and Employment Services (CES) office.
· If you do not have access to a computer/printer, you may complete the test online at your nearest CES office. Call your nearest CES office in advance to make arrangements.
· If you cannot complete the test at your local CES office, you may request a hardcopy of the test by calling any of the Labour Standards, OHS or CES offices listed above.
Related Documents
Young Worker Readiness Certificate Course Instructions
young-worker-readiness-certificate-instructions.pdf ( 340.6 KB )
Young Worker Readiness – Module 1
young-worker-readiness-module1.pdf ( 688.9 KB )
Young Worker Readiness – Module 2
young-worker-readiness-module2.pdf ( 647.4 KB )
Young Worker Readiness – Module 3
young-worker-readiness-module3.pdf ( 1.2 MB )
guide-for-new-workers.pdf ( 1.4 MB )
Young Worker Readiness Certificate Course Poster for Young Workers
young-worker-poster.pdf ( 182.2 KB )
Young Worker Readiness Certificate Course Poster for Employers
employer-poster.pdf ( 183.8 KB )
Health and Safety: Rights and Responsibilities in the Workplace
health-safety-rights-responsibilities-workplace.pdf ( 94.2 KB )
Related Links
Our Ready for Work program resources provide critical information about health, safety and labour standards about the world of work for young workers, educators, employers and parents.
TheMinimum Wage Regulations were amended to establish age 16 as the general minimum age of employment in Saskatchewan. An ‘absolute’ minimum age of 14 has also been established provided those 14 and 15 year old workers fulfil certain requirements.
Minimum Wage and Minimum Call-out Pay Increase
As of May 1, 2009, the minimum wage in Saskatchewan is $9.25 and minimum call-out pay is $27.75.
