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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.
Yes! 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.
Read MoreThe length of an apprenticeship program can vary depending on the employer, complexity of the occupation, industry, and the type of program.
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