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Career Seekers
You'll learn, you'll earn: Registered Apprenticeship is a proven pathway to a great career!
Registered Apprenticeship lets you get paid to gain real skills in high-demand fields. Programs exist in more than 7,200 occupations, including construction, education, energy, healthcare, IT, manufacturing, mobility and more.
Registered Apprenticeship: Earn while you learn
Registered Apprenticeship is an “earn-and-learn” model that provides technical classroom instruction to complement hands-on work experience where you get to put your knowledge into action.
A mentor will guide you as you learn, with progressive wage increases as your skills increase throughout the program.
Upon completion, you will attain a nationally recognized credential as proof of your completion of a Registered Apprenticeship Program — and your subject matter expertise in your occupation.
Additional benefits for military veterans
Veterans, National Guard members, and Reservists may qualify for additional support.
Because many Registered Apprenticeships are approved for GI Bill® benefits, you may be eligible for housing allowances, tuition assistance, and help with books and supplies — in addition to your apprenticeship wages.
Find information about employers, labor trades and training providers approved for veteran educational benefits through the GI Bill by visiting the Michigan State Approving Agency.
Tips for making yourself a competitive applicant for a Registered Apprenticeship
Registered Apprenticeship Programs are great opportunities to earn and learn, so securing one can require hard work. To make yourself a competitive applicant, consider:
- Gaining experience in the relevant industry or with an employer that offers Registered Apprenticeships: For example, if you are interested in completing a teaching apprenticeship, getting a job in a school that offers these programs could be a great first step. Similarly, if you are interested in training to be an electrical lineman, consider seeking a job doing tree trimming alongside a repair crew to build relevant experience. High school students should consider enrolling in a Career and Technical Education (CTE) Program or seeking a part-time job or internship in their field of interest — explore opportunities with your local school district and on the MARC pre-apprenticeship page!
- Demonstrating strong attendance: Whether you are currently at work or school, strong attendance shows you are a reliable candidate for an employer to invest in through a Registered Apprenticeship!
- Brushing up on your math and communications skills: Some Registered Apprenticeships require applicants to take the ACT WorkKeys or another entrance exam to apply. Research if tests are required for the Registered Apprenticeships you are interested in and brush up on the required skills if so.
The bottom line...
Registered Apprentices take control of their future.
- They choose a different kind of classroom.
- They know what direction they want to go and work hard to get there.
- They become tomorrow’s workforce leaders across Michigan’s industries.