TAILORED APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS

Is your pool of candidates too small?

Are you competing with other businesses for qualified workers? Grow tomorrow’s skilled workforce through apprenticeship. 

Filling the need

Apprenticeship allows you to transfer years of experience and knowledge quickly, reducing the risk of skill shortages when key employees retire. It helps businesses stay responsive and competitive.

 

Apprenticeship combines on-the-job training with related college-level instruction. Employees entering an apprenticeship begin at a lower wage that increases as the worker’s skills and productivity grows. 

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AVAILABLE APPRENTICESHIPS

AVAILABLE ADULT APPRENTICESHIPS

  • Industrial Machine Operator
  • Industrial Maintenance Technician

AVAILABLE YOUTH APPRENTICESHIPS

  • Production Technician
  • Automation Technician

HOW MUCH Does an apprenticeship cost?

The cost to begin an apprenticeship is time and effort. You pay no fees to Labor and Industries. You pay the employee/apprentice, provide the required hours of on-the-job training, and have the choice to cover or share the cost of related college coursework. In Washington State, registered apprentices receive $50 reduced tuition. 

WHAT certification does an APPRENTICE receive?

An apprentice earns an  “Award of Completion” issued by Washington State Labor and Industries. The Journey-Level Certificate is an industry issued, nationally recognized credential that an apprentice takes with them validating proficiency in an occupation.

HOW DO You START AN APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM?

Every business is unique. Let’s meet and discuss how apprenticeship could benefit your business and industry.

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