Are there apprenticeships within the U.S. federal government?

Are there apprenticeships within the U.S. federal government?

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There are over 150 apprenticeship programs across the federal government that enroll nearly 1,500 apprentices spanning healthcare, financial services, transportation, and skilled trades occupations, to name a few. 

Apprenticeship may be used within the federal pay system to both up-skill the current workforce and accelerate productivity of new hires. Using standardized training curricula, which fit readily into existing agency training programs, federal agencies can equip their employees with a comprehensive understanding of both the practical and theoretical components of mission-critical occupations. Apprentices are provided with opportunities for incremental wage increases, industry-recognized credentials, a definitive career path within the federal government.

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