Youth Apprenticeship

David Fulton, Ph. D Curriculum Designer David.Fulton@careerwisecolorado.org

Think – Pair – Share If you ran into a former student in a grocery store ten years after they graduated, what 4 or 5 things would you want to know about them to see if they were flourishing? (Ex: “Are you happy?”)

What words come to mind when you hear the word “Apprentice?” Write on Post-It note and put on board. Then discuss with partner (5 min)

BRIDGING THE GAP BETWEEN EDUCATION & CAREER Apprentices earn a wage while gaining valuable workplace experience, a nationally recognized industry certification and debt-free college credit. APPRENTICE BRIDGING THE GAP BETWEEN EDUCATION & CAREER CareerWise Colorado connects industry and education to create a statewide, modern youth-apprenticeship system. Industry benefits from tangible financial ROI as it makes the shift from being consumers of talent to producers of talent. BUSINESS K-12 and higher education institutions improve student outcomes with increased student engagement and attendance, graduation rates and college-credit attainment. EDUCATION

Youth Apprenticeship Benefits Career Three Years’ Meaningful Experience Nationally-Recognized Industry Certification Established Professional Network Appx. $30,000 Earnings Education On-Time High School Graduation Up to One Year of Debt-Free College Credit Focused Education Higher Ed Admissions Agreements

ADVANCED MANUFACTURING Production technician Quality control inspector Maintenance technician Logistics INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY FINANCIAL SERVICES BUSINESS OPERATIONS HEALTHCARE WE OFFER APPRENTICESHIPS IN 5 PRIMARY PATHWAYS THESE STARTER PATHWAYS LEAD TO A VARIETY OF OCCUPATIONS PRIMARY PATHWAY LAUNCHING FOR 2018/19 CLASS Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Computer Technician Software QA Tester Junior Coder Accounting Clerk Insurance Services Expert Financial Coordinator Customer Support Project Coordinator Purchasing Coordinator Operations Specialist SAMPLE OCCUPATIONS SAMPLE EMPLOYERS

HERE’S HOW IT WORKS. CAREERWISE APPRENTICES SPLIT TIME BETWEEN SCHOOL, TRAINING CENTERS, AND WORK ON A SCHEDULE THAT WORKS FOR STUDENTS AND BUSINESSES AT HIGH SCHOOL Core academic courses at school (e.g., math), some community college coursework ON-THE-JOB On-the-job training, in form of occupation, rotation or projects AT TRAINING CENTER Multi-skill training curriculum in pathway-specific skills ~3 days a week 16 hours a week ~150 hours a year ~2 days a week 24 hours a week ~175 hours a year NA 32-40 hours a week ~200 hours a year YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3

Or Both! AFTER APPRENTICESHIP OR OPTION MULTIPLIER Student signs on as full-time EMPLOYEE AFTER APPRENTICESHIP OPTION MULTIPLIER Or Both! Student continues EDUCATION with 2- or 4-year degree

Apprenticee Testimonials I learned so much more than I ever had. I didn’t think I could learn that much. I learned a ridiculous amount. Apprentice, CEC Fort Collins I think it’s one of the more valuable things I’ll ever do in my educational career. I’ve learned more in the past five months than I have in the past three years. Apprentice, EKS&H I love the community. It’s very welcoming and fun, and of course it’s a serious work place, but it feels like home. Apprentice, Pinnacol Assurance

Business Testimonials The productivity that the apprentice has shown in the short amount of time that she has been here has been great…The team underestimated her productivity but are glad to see how much they can improve for her learning. HomeAdvisor "We have a couple of amazing apprentices that are already more than earning their keep. Intertech Plastics The thirst for knowledge that the apprentice brings to the company is a breath of fresh air. The team is enjoying helping the apprentice learn through the lessons of work and life. Western States Fire Protection A 2016 Department of Commerce study of 13 apprenticeship programs found: “Apprentices were more productive than typical workers. They provided the firm with a pipeline of skilled talent and were less likely to leave the job. They also got work done faster than regular new employees, which saved the company from paying up for excessive overtime”3

How to Apply BEFORE YOU APPY EXPLORE APPRENTICESHIPS Eligibility Application Material Assistance (resume, cover letter, letters of recommendation) BEFORE YOU APPY Pathways Occupations EXPLORE APPRENTICESHIPS Aptitude Tests Interview Guides BEFORE YOU INTERVIEW

How to Apply

360 BUSINESS & STUDENT SUPPORT ◦ CAREERWISE BUSINESS PARTNERS Hire apprentices to fill challenging, entry-level roles Provide students with the experiences and training needed to evolve into full time employees capable of filling critical positions CAREERWISE BUSINESS PARTNERS 360 BUSINESS & STUDENT SUPPORT CAREERWISE COORDINATES STAKEHOLDERS TO BUILD A STATE-WIDE YOUTH APPRENTICESHIP SYSTEM THAT’S SET UP FOR TOTAL SUCCESS ◦ Provide apprentices with occupation and industry specific skills required by their employer Supplement work place experiences with targeted technical/functional instruction TRAINING CENTERS Continues to provide core academic instruction to apprentices Supports development of foundational interpersonal and job skills K-12 EDUCATION SYSTEM

Stories of apprentices

What would you predict: Benefits of being an apprentice Challenges of being an apprentice Think – Pair – Share

Learn more www.CareerWiseColorado.org David.Fulton@careerwiscolorado.org

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