Apprenticeships

Overview• What are apprenticeships?

• Why do an apprenticeship?

• Types of apprenticeships

• How to apply for an apprenticeship

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What is an apprenticeship?

Training strategy

On-the-job training – 90% of the programSponsored by employersRelated training by MATC – about 144 hrs/yr

Earning a wage while on the job and in classroom

Written contract between apprentice, sponsor and state of WIwageslength of timeskills to be learned classroom hours

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Why choose an apprenticeship?Earn money while you learn a trade

Gives experience to entry level people

Lifetime skill

Enhances job security

Skills are transferable to other employers and other locations

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Types of apprenticeships

3 Categories:

Construction

Industrial/Manufacturing

Service

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Construction

BricklayerCarpenterCement MasonConstruction CraftElectricianHVACInstaller-TechnicianGlazierHeat/Frost InsulatorIron WorkerOperating Engineer

Painter & DecoratorPlastererPlumberRooferSheet Metal WorkerSprinklerfitterSteamfitterTeledata Communications

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How to apply for construction

Application to local trade committeeLetter of introductionFind an employer to sponsor you

Committee may give you a list of employers

Electrician Example

Applicants must be at least 17HS diplomaAlgebra with a grade of “C” or higherMay need aptitude testPhysically able to perform the tradeValid driver’s license

Apply to:Madison Electrical Joint Apprenticeship CommitteeMadison, WI

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Industrial Apprenticeships

Industrial ElectricianInstrument TechnicianMachinistMaintenance MechanicMillwrightMetal FabricatorPipefitterTool and Die MakerTool Maker

IndustrialApprenticeship

Example

Applicants must be at least 18 years of ageEntry requirements vary by employersHigh school diploma or equivalentPhysically able to perform tradeApplicants apply directly to participating employers

Service Apprenticeships

Barber/Cosmetologist Electric Line WorkerChildcare Development Fire ServiceCook/Chef Funeral DirectorCorrectional Officer

Barber/Cosmetology

• Find a cooperating employer

• Classroom 4 hrs/wk• Work at least 32 hrs/wk• Complete 4,000 hours• Test for licensure after

program completion

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Preparing for Entry to Apprenticeships

Physical and mental readiness

Academics requirements will vary from trade to tradeMany require strong math background especially algebra and geometry

A written test may be required

If you don’t meet the academic requirements,you may need to take an MATC course.

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• Note 3Make sure you check the MATC website for All the complete information on apprenticeships

http://matcmadison.edu/apprenticeships