1. UNITED SERVICES MILITARY APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM (USMAPS)

2. 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.

3. 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

4. Available Trades
USMAPS WEBSITE: NOTE: YOU CAN ONLY BE ENROLLED IN ONE AT A TIME

5. Example

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

7. 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.

8. Resources USMAP: https://usmaps.cnet.navy.mil
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9. Resources Navy College Office: NAS Jacksonville
Yorktown Ave, Building 110 P.O. Box 137 Jacksonville FL
Naval Station Mayport
460 Massey Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32227