What is an apprenticeship?

 

Apprenticeship is a training program which allows individuals to prepare for a skilled occupation through supervised training on the job (OJT) with classroom instruction (Related Instruction).

 

Who is an apprentice?

 

An apprentice is a person (at least 16 years old) who is learning a trade through on-the-job training and classroom instruction in accord with State apprenticeship standards.

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What are the requirements for registration for an apprentice?

 

Individuals who wish to become apprentices must officially be registered with the Virginia Apprenticeship Council.

 

First, the employer must have a registered apprenticeship program in place with the Department of Labor. If the employer does not have a program, an appointment must be made with the local Department of Labor representative, Faith Clayton, in order for apprenticeship registration to begin. The number for Faith Clayton in Verona is (540)-248-9280.

After an apprenticeship program has been established through the Dept. of Labor, the employer can then register employees into his/her program. Apprenticeship Action Forms, which can be picked up either at Massanutten Technical Center or through the Dept. of Labor, must have signatures from both the soon-to-be apprentice and the employer. This form must be turned in to either MTC or the Dept. of Labor in order for the apprentice to be registered.

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