UNITED SERVICES MILITARY APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM (USMAPS)

What is it? A recognized program by US Department of Labor (DOL) that allows active duty service members in the United States Marine Corps, Coast Guard and Navy to complete different civilian apprenticeship elements while doing there job. A definite advantage in getting better civilian jobs since employers know the value of apprenticeships.

Requirements Minimum of one year left on current enlistment High school diploma or GED Assigned to and performing duties in a designated rating/military occupational specialty Must have completed the required formal classroom instruction (training) for the trade. Selected trade must be your current primary job at your current assigned command, NOT a collateral duty or temporary duty assignment

Available Trades USMAPS WEBSITE: https://usmaps.cnet.navy.mil NOTE: YOU CAN ONLY BE ENROLLED IN ONE AT A TIME

Example

Process Step 1: Select a Trade Step 2: Enroll in an Apprenticeship Step 3: Work and Record Hours Step 4 - Complete Your Apprenticeship ›

WIIFM no cost. a way to gain work experience. receive the same credit for military experience and training as your civilian counterparts. become more marketable for future employment.  lasts for a lifetime and never needs to be renewed.

Resources USMAP: https://usmaps.cnet.navy.mil http://www.usmilitary.com/1526/military-apprenticeship-andeducation OPNAVIST 1560.10D

Resources Navy College Office: NAS Jacksonville Yorktown Ave, Building 110 P.O. Box 137 Jacksonville FL 32212-0137 Email: nco.jacksonville@navy.mil Naval Station Mayport 460 Massey Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32227