Apprenticeships (must be 18 years old, have a High School Diploma or G.E.D. for most full-time programs)

    Arizona Builder's Alliance offers Youth Apprenticeships for students starting at 16 years of age. Youth Apprenticeships offer students, beginning in the 10th or 11th grade, a course of study that brings together academics, work-site learning, and paid work experience--all before high school graduation, These apprenticeships are also called School-to-Career programs. These programs are linked to post-high school options and preparation for the world of work. After high school, you can enter a Standard Apprenticeship program at an advanced level or enter a community college and apply Youth Apprenticeship credits toward a two year degree.  Visit their website at www.azbuilders.org >apprenticeships > prospective student > youth

There are many wonderful apprenticeship programs in Arizona.  Almost all of them require participants  to be 18 years or older due to liability issues.  For a complete listing of these apprenticeships go to www.azwaca.org. 

What is an apprenticeship?  An apprentice is a worker who learns a craft through planned, supervised on the job training (OJT).  They are a full-time, paid part of the workforce.  Apprentices are required to enroll in classroom instruction either on site or off site that relates to their trade.  Many companies will pay for this education.

Training Period:  The training program is clearly spelled out when a person completes the application and is accepted as an apprentice.  The number of hours can vary from program to program anywhere from one to five years. 

• Benefits to the Western Apprenticeship Program

• Excellent wage rates

• Paid health & pension benefits

• Current Industry state of the art training

• College credit coursework

• National skill certification (upon completion)

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