Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master subtitle style U. S. Dept. of Labor/Office of Apprenticeship

Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master subtitle style What is Apprenticeship?  A system of career preparation for those careers which do not lend themselves to preparation by classroom study alone.  Preparation combines On-the Job Learning, and formal education in theory and practice.  Structure learning, advancement and progressive remuneration.  Driven and funded by a sponsoring employer.  Endorsed by and Registered with the U.S. Dept. of Labor.

Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master subtitle style What is Involved in this Proven Training Strategy?  Apprenticeship’s Three Components  On –the –Job Learning  Related Technical Instruction  Sponsoring Employer

Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master subtitle style What is On-The-Job-Learning?  As a full-time paid employee, apprentices work under the guidance of mentor/crafts person, who pas their experience, knowledge and the sponsor’s culture to the apprentice.  Specific desired skills are listed within the apprentice standards. Acquisition of skills may be on a time or competency basis.  Apprentice progression is reviewed regularly.  With each periodic review comes more responsibility, broader assignments and increased pay.

Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master subtitle style What is Related Instruction?  Apprenticeships require a minimum of 144 hours of related classroom instruction for each year of the training.  Related instruction may be obtained through, technology centers, community colleges, universities, OEMs, correspondence, distance learning, the sponsor, or combinations of these sources.  Content supplements OJL.

Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master subtitle style Apprenticeship Path  GED, High School or College Graduate  Selected for Apprenticeship in chosen craft  Full time paid employment in career pursuit  Mentored by a craftsperson  Attends related training usually paid for by employer/sponsor.  Earns a Certificate of Completion  Positioned to continue toward Associate Degree, Baccalaureate Degree or beyond.

Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master subtitle style What Kind of Individual is Suitable for Apprenticeship?  Successful Apprentices:  Possess solid reading, writing and math skills  Possess mechanical and mental abilities to master the theory, techniques and technology of the apprenticeship.  Are mature, strongly directed and motivated-result oriented  Are willing to make long –term training commitments to both school and work.

Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master subtitle style What are the Sponsor Advantages?  Attracts career minded Applicants.  Develops an employee who embraces the company culture.  Reduces turnover.  Incorporates training standards that are nationally recognized by industry.  Fosters a workforce to keep company competitive, flexible and adaptive.  Develops a competent employee, who is capable of advancing.

Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master subtitle style What are the Apprentice Advantages  Identifies a clear path to a rewarding career.  Local, State and National Recognition.  Career skills vs. Job skills security.  Provides incentive for self-improvement.  Develops strong relationship with employer.  Assures appropriate related instruction.  Provides an increasing scale of wages.  “Earn while you Learn.”

Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master subtitle style Office of Apprenticeship  71 programs Trailblazers-75 th Anniversary  2 programs from MI-JAMA/Lansing Board and Water  Michigan numbers  Active Programs-985  New Programs-75  Active Apprentices-8089  New Apprentices to Date-2841  Completed Apprentices FY-1191  National Numbers  1000 new programs  2300 reviewed

Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master subtitle style Apprenticeable Occupations defined  Skills are primarily learned through OJT/RTI  Requires at least 2000 hours of work exp.  Involves manual, mechanical, or technical skills-practiced industry-wide trade/craft.  Does not primarily involve only selling, managerial, clerical, or professional activities. What is the Criteria for an Occupation to be Apprenticeable?

Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master subtitle style Office of Apprenticeship STANDARDS  Individual Non-Joint  Group Non-Joint  Individual Joint  Group Joint

Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master subtitle style Office of Apprenticeship STANDARDS CFR Program is an organized, written plan Statement that the program will be conducted in provisions of 29 CFR Part 30 Terms-not less than 2000 hours Outline of the work processes

Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master subtitle style Office of Apprenticeship STANDARDS CFR RTI-A minimum of 144 hours per year recommended Progressively increasing schedule of wages Periodic review and evaluation of apprentice Numeric Ratio of Apprentice to Journeyworker Adequate and safe equipment and facilities Minimum qualifications required not less than 16 yrs Written apprenticeship agreement-Required Granting previous credit experience Transfer of employer’s training obligation

Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master subtitle style STANDARDS CFR Assurance of qualified training personal Recognition for successful completion-certificate Identification of the Registration agency Provision for the registration cancellation of program Authority for the termination of apprenticeship agreement during probationary period by either party without stated cause. Office of Apprenticeship

Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master subtitle style Office of Apprenticeship STANDARDS CFR Name and address of appropriate authority Recording and maintenance of all records-5 yr Affirmative Action Plan for 5 or more apprentices Selection Method for 5 or more apprentices

Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master subtitle style Office of Apprenticeship  Q/A  Next Steps  Thank You  “ Problems are only opportunities in work clothes”- Henry J. Kaiser

Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master subtitle style Office of Apprenticeship Websites   

Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master subtitle style Office of Apprenticeship  Dave Jackson, ATR  Richard Overton, ATR  Phyllis Riley, ATPS

Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master subtitle style Office of Apprenticeship  Jim demercado, ATR  Marybeth Koski, ATR  Theresa Hill, ATA

Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master subtitle style Office of Apprenticeship Russell W. Davis Michigan State Director 315 W. Allegan St. Room 209 Lansing, Mi Tel: (517) Fax: (517)