Registered Apprenticeship is a structured training program that combines on-the-job training and related technical instruction to train employees in occupations that demand a high level of skill
Occupations in construction, manufacturing, and the service industries utilize apprenticeship readily; both in the private and public sectors
Apprenticeship works for employers of any size and a diverse apprentice population
Registered Apprenticeship is an investment in the skill level of the workforce
A method of ensuring accountability for mastering the duties and tasks of the occupation
Registered Apprenticeship was established with the signing of the Virginia Apprenticeship Act of 1938
Benefits to Employees
- Apprentices enjoy a higher quality of life, higher lifetime earnings and lifelong skills
- Apprentices receive high quality mentoring and education; they earn while they learn
- Opportunity for college credit and future degrees
- Earn a nationally recognized Certificate of Completion and Journeyworker card
Next Steps for Becoming an Apprentice
- Educate yourself about opportunities for a vocational career
- Talk to school or vocational counselors
- If currently employed, talk to your employer about becoming an apprentice
- Demonstrate that you are capable of mastering the necessary skills for the occupation and are dedicated to enhancing your career
Call or email the center for additional information at: 757-766-1101 or linda.logan@nhrec.org.
For More Information visit Virginia Department of Labor and Industry
