What is an apprenticeship?
Apprenticeships are paid jobs while gaining skills and training. It is not an internship. “Apprenticeship is an industry-driven, high-quality career pathway where employers can develop and prepare their future workforce, and individuals can obtain paid work experience, classroom instruction, and a nationally recognized, portable credential.” -www.apprenticeship.gov
How long does it take to become a Journeyman?
Approximately 4 years. The VA department of labor stipulates that an apprentice must have 2,000 on-the-job hours per year; and 144 classroom hours per year.
Will Design Electric cover the cost of the apprenticehip program?
Design Electric will pay 100% of the apprentice's tuition as long as they maintain a grade of 80% or above per semester and do not miss more than 9 classroom hours per class.
What is the schedule?
Semesters run from August - November and then January - May
Other Questions?
Jessica Rosson | 434-293-7740 | jrosson@designelectricinc.com
