ADVANCE YOUR CAREER. EARN A PAYCHECK WHILE YOU LEARN. DEVELOP YOUR WORKFORCE.
Why Choose Apprenticeship?
Registered apprenticeship is a state agreement between an employee and an employer who needs a skilled worker and an individual (the apprentice) who wants to “earn while learning” a skilled occupation. If you are currently employed as a tradesman or skilled technician, talk to your employer today about the benefits of participating in the apprenticeship program. As part of the program, apprentices take trade-specific classes to earn the necessary classroom hours required to complete the apprenticeship.
What is Apprenticeship?
- Registered apprenticeship is an agreement between an employer who needs a skilled worker and an individual (the apprentice) who wants to “earn while learning” a skilled occupation.
- Apprenticeship combines paid, on-the-job training with classroom instruction to prepare individuals for the jobs of the 21st century.
Benefits of Apprenticeship for the Student:
- Earn a paycheck while you learn (obtaining employment to compliment your apprenticeship coursework is the responsibility of the student)
- Receive high-quality mentoring and education
- Earn a nationally recognized Certificate of Completion|
- Program completers are immediately qualified to sit for the Journeyman License
- Program completers on average enjoy higher lifetime earnings
Benefits of Apprenticeship for the Employer/Sponsor:
- Sound return on your business investment. Example from an anonymous sponsor: for each dollar invested, private employers receive a benefit of $1.38 – a net return of 38%!
- The program is free to the employer
- Programs are flexible and can be customized to meet the needs of employers
- Homegrown employees are more productive and loyal
- Program is an additional recruitment tool
- Reduces your recruitment costs
Apprenticeship Classes Available at Laurel Ridge Workforce Solutions:
- Mechatronics
- Welding
- Electrical: Years 1-4
- HVAC: Years 1-4
- Plumbing: Years 1-4
- Optician