1. United Services Military Apprenticeship Program (USMAP)
Element 11

2. Purpose
Provide a DOL certificate of completion of Apprenticeship to Prospective employer.

3. Benefits there is no cost to the Service member.
no off-duty hours are required to earn apprenticeship.
it provides proof of a national recognized certificate.
it provides documented work experience.
it helps build self esteem.
it provides a way to gain work experience.
Service members receive the same credit for military experience and training as their civilian counterparts.
national recognition in the form of a Department of Labor Certificate of Completion lasts for a lifetime and never needs to be renewed.
it helps the Service member become more marketable for future employment.

4. Requirements
Active duty and Full Time Support (FTS) Navy, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard
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

5. How to Start Apply online Log hours
Weekly closeouts sign by supervisor: LPO
Monthly closeout sign by supervisor: LCPO, DIVO
Semiannual report sign by CO.
Submit to USMAP

6. Resources USMAP: https://usmap.cnet.navy.mil
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Base Education Office

7. Summary Discussed purpose Benefits Requirements Participation
How to start
Resources