Apprenticeship is a proven “learn-while-you-earn” model that combines paid, on-the-job training (OJT), provided by the employer that hires the apprentice, with related supplemental instruction (RSI) through coursework, resulting in debt-free postsecondary credentials. Apprenticeships ease the burden for those wishing to upskill or transition into a new career by providing the opportunity to work and learn at the same time.
Through an apprenticeship program, you can obtain paid, relevant work experience while acquiring the skills and credentials that employers value.Apprentices are paid from day one and are provided a guaranteed wage increase as they develop new skills. 93% of apprentices who complete an apprenticeship retain employment, with an average annual salary of $77,000 (U.S. Department of Labor).
Four years ago, Governor Gavin Newsom laid out his administration’sambitious goal to expand California’s apprenticeship system to serve 500,000 apprentices by 2029. The rationale for this significant investment is the proven track record of apprenticeships in the skilled trades and other traditional sectors. Today, there are many innovative programs emerging in new sectors, such as health care, information technology, advanced manufacturing, and education.
