We also used the Autoworkers Union as a source. Using the database we developed a program that matched our needs and personnel availability," says Regal. Similar to other acts and laws protecting workers, the National Apprenticeship Act, sometimes called the Fitzgerald Act, provides legal assurances and protections for apprentices.
For example, it guarantees a successful graduate of an apprenticeship will receive a portable, nationally recognized credential. The Center for American Progress lists these assurances as:. If you would like to register your program, you can do so through Apprenticeship. For a variety of reasons, some businesses choose to develop non-registered apprenticeship programs or an apprenticeship may be unregistered for a time period before the U. Department of Labor registers it.
If you choose to go this route, be cautioned that you will still need to comply with standard labor laws and that you may have fewer candidates in your application pool.
Apprenticeships produce skilled workers through a combination of on-the-job learning and classroom training virtual or in-person. The training plan for this learning should detail the skills and knowledge an apprentice will learn on-the-job and in the classroom to become fully proficient during your apprenticeship program. The U. Department of Labor has established training plans for all approved occupations which are available for your program. You may select an existing training plan, tailor one to your specific needs, or develop your own outline.
More information about these training outlines are available via our Occupation Finder. For the classroom educational component, you may select a provider that is either internal to your organization or external e. Use our Partner Finder to find educators who specialize in your preferred occupation by selecting "I need an educator to join my program" on the search screen. Form an internal mentorship program to provide one-on-one support to apprentices.
Apprenticeships are for both men and women — although ironworking is a male-dominated industry, there are apprenticeships for women ironworkers as well. Apprentices should be highly coachable, eager, willing to learn, and able to follow instructions. Apprentices should seek programs that provide opportunities for career advancement and better pay as their knowledge and skills increase.
Programs should include a mix of hands-on learning and instruction from an expert in the field. Some programs are paired with local community colleges and trade schools, and this is something you may want to look for as well when selecting an apprenticeship program. There are more than 22, formal apprenticeship programs in the U. According to the Department of Labor, there were , registered apprentices in fiscal year , including more than , new apprentices. The section below highlights some of the top careers for apprentices and includes key insight into potential careers, job responsibilities and much more.
This sector is primarily focused on the construction of buildings but also includes construction of bridges, roadways and many other related areas of work.
More than 7 million people were employed in construction jobs in , the U. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports. Potential careers include working as a carpenter, electrician, ironworker, or plumber. Carpenters typically work in residential framing and finish carpentry or construct formwork for structural concrete. Carpentry work usually is performed outdoors, but finish work is the exception. Carpentry apprenticeships usually run for four years and can help workers excel in the technical aspects of the field, such as reading blueprints, layout, and use of measuring equipment and software.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of carpenters is projected to grow by 8 percent through This industry primarily deals with vehicle repair. Jobs include working as an automotive mechanic, automotive technician, or diesel mechanic. More than , people were employed in repair and maintenance jobs in Diesel mechanics work on any type of diesel vehicle, from passenger cars and trucks to busses and large commercial trucks.
Apprenticeship requirements vary, and some are offered by diesel manufacturers. The Cummins diesel apprenticeship program, for instance, culminates in an Associate of Applied Science Degree. The field is expected to grow 9 percent through The hospitality industry includes food preparation and related jobs such as baker or pastry chef. More than 16 million people were employed in hospitality and leisure jobs in Chefs and head cooks oversee and prepare food at restaurants and similar establishments.
Apprenticeships can run for a total of 4, hours and take two years to complete. Apprentices gain insight into key aspects of the trade not learned in the kitchen, such as nutrition, beverage management, and leadership skills.
The U. Energy industry includes oil, coal, natural gas, renewables, and other sources. Jobs in the industry include solar photovoltaic installers, power plant and substation operators, wind turbine technicians, and power line maintenance and installation. Apprenticeships can vary by energy specialty but many last for three to four years.
Apprenticeships for line workers blend worksite training with technical instruction in electricity, fiber optics, electronics and other key aspects of the field. Careers in the industry include CNC programming, machinist, tool and die making, and industrial maintenance and repair. CNC machine programmers set up computer-numeric-controlled machinery to make precision parts and tools.
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