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Apprenticeship training is distinguished from other types of workplace training by several factors:
(1) Apprenticeships are jobs! Apprentices earn wages from their employers during training;
(2) Apprenticeship programs provide on-the-job learning and job-related classroom training;
(3) On-the-job learning is conducted in the work setting under the direction of a mentor(s); and
(4) Training results in an industry-recognized and portable credential.
The length of an apprenticeship program can vary depending on the employer, complexity of the occupation, industry, and the type of program.
Read MoreYes! Apprenticeship spans more than 1,000 occupations including careers in health care, cybersecurity, information technology, and energy.
Read MoreApprenticeship is an industry-driven, high-quality career pathway where employers can develop and prepare their future workforce, and individuals can obtain paid work experience, classroom instruction, mentorship, and a portable credential.
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