A Registered Apprenticeship is a career pathway where individuals obtain paid work experience, related classroom instruction, and a nationally-recognized credential.

• Most apprenticeships are completed in 1-4 years – timelines are determined by U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL)

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For Students

Apprenticeship is a method of training individuals in a trade using a combination of on-the-job skills development and classroom/lab related instruction.

If you enjoy exploring the latest technology used in the field, working with your hands, and earning while you learn, an apprenticeship may be a great opportunity for you!

In an apprenticeship, you earn a salary from day one with guaranteed raises over time as you learn new skills.

For Employers

Apprenticeship is a proven solution for businesses to recruit, train, and retain highly skilled workers.

• Highly-skilled employees
• Reduced turnover costs
• Higher productivity
• More diverse workforce

For more information, contact Bill Meli at (229) 333-2100 ext. 4837 or email bill.meli@wiregrass.edu

There are many ways to begin your journey, but the best way is by making sure you:

1. You are a Wiregrass Student.
2. Have an idea of the field you want to apprentice in.
3. Fill out an Inquiry Form!

Below are local employers who have participated in the Wiregrass Apprenticeship Program.

Wiregrass Georgia Technical College proudly celebrates the accomplishments of Kylani Dean, a recent graduate of our Industrial Maintenance Mechanic program.

Kylani credits Wiregrass with giving her the foundation she needed to succeed in her field. From learning the basic principles of industrial maintenance to gaining experience in an environment that mirrored real-world industry settings, she says Wiregrass prepared her to step confidently into her new role.

“Wiregrass helped me get the foundation I would need for my role—from the basic principles I would need in my field to the environment that was similar to what I will be working in.”