Apprenticeship FactsApprenticeship is not just a job, it is a career. This structured method of training offers youths and adults the opportunity to earn full-time salaries while learning a skilled trade. This system of learning produces well trained workers who have a wide range of skills within their craft. Successful graduates of apprenticeship training receive a completion certificate that is nationally recognized. Some apprenticeship programs have linkages to community college, such that apprentices can earn college credits toward Associate Degrees. An apprenticeship can range from one to five years, depending on the occupation. The length of training is set by the needs of an industry. Occupations being considered for apprenticeship approval must meet specific criteria set by federal regulations. This includes 2,000 hours of on-thejob work experience and a minimum of 144 hours of related instruction per year. Successful graduates of apprenticeship training receive a completion certificate that is nationally recognized. This certificate is also regarded as “the other four year degree.” Who Provides Apprenticeship Training? A single employer, an association of employers, and joint trade unions are regarded as apprenticeship sponsors. These sponsors are responsible for the training, supervision, and employment of apprentices in their specialty trades. Who Qualifies? The general qualifications for apprenticeships vary by craft. However, general qualifications for apprenticeship selections are typically:
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