Apprenticeship opportunities in nine trades
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Carpentry
Craft labor* Electrical HVAC Pipefitting |
Plumbing
Roofing* Sheet metal Sprinkler fitter |
*All programs are 4 years with the exception of craft labor and roofing (2 years)
How it works
The apprenticeship program is designed to support the production of skilled employees in trade careers. Each trade program thoroughly equips students to become highly skilled, valuable employees of their company. Over four years, apprentices will continue working to complete on-the-job training while also attending classes part time.
Classes are held one Saturday each month from August to April. Students will advance through numerous modules each year, engaging in classroom-style learning and concluding each module with experiential learning; this model effectively prepares students to gain a thorough understanding of the content to develop their skills and improve their performance.
Upon successful completion of their apprenticeship program, students will become a journeyperson officially recognized with the State of Ohio.
Classes are held one Saturday each month from August to April. Students will advance through numerous modules each year, engaging in classroom-style learning and concluding each module with experiential learning; this model effectively prepares students to gain a thorough understanding of the content to develop their skills and improve their performance.
Upon successful completion of their apprenticeship program, students will become a journeyperson officially recognized with the State of Ohio.
The benefits
Our apprenticeship program supports mutual growth between employer and employee. Here's how:
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Employers
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Apprentices
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Getting Started
If your company is interested in registering an employee for the apprenticeship program, reach out to our apprenticeship team today to get started.
All apprentices must be registered by their employer by mid-July. Registration will not be considered complete until all relevant paperwork has been provided. We strongly recommend beginning the registration process early to ensure students have adequate time to complete entry requirements and receive their materials prior to the start of classes in August. After successfully completing their first year, students will return each fall for the next level.
All apprentices must be registered by their employer by mid-July. Registration will not be considered complete until all relevant paperwork has been provided. We strongly recommend beginning the registration process early to ensure students have adequate time to complete entry requirements and receive their materials prior to the start of classes in August. After successfully completing their first year, students will return each fall for the next level.
2025 apprenticeship registration deadline:
Friday, August 1, 2025
Requirements
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To enroll in the program, individuals must:
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To graduate and become an Ohio-recognized journeyperson, all apprentices must:
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Frequently asked questions
How do students sign up?
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Individuals interested in participating in the apprenticeship program must be employed by a participating company. If you are interested in apprenticeship but are currently unemployed or are employed by a non-participant, reach out to our director of workforce development to assist you in identifying participating companies with open positions.
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Who provides learning materials?
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Apprentices are provided with all training materials, including a laptop and any books or other materials assigned to their program. Each laptop is specific to one student only (not shared) and may be kept by the student upon the completion of their apprenticeship.
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What is the entry testing?
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Upon registration, students will be required to complete entry testing, demonstrating proficiency of at least an 8th grade level in reading and a 10th grade level in mathematics. This evaluation is at no cost and may be taken multiple times.
Entry tests are conducted at our Springboro, OH office and can be scheduled with our apprenticeship coordinator. |
Where are classes held?
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Classes are held at Diamond Oaks in Cincinnati, OH, and Sinclair Community College in Dayton, OH. Check with our apprenticeship coordinator to see where your program is operated.
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Do all apprentices have to take CORE?
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Yes, CORE training is required for all apprentices.
Students who have already completed CORE with another accredited training facility will not be required to take it again. In this case, students should provide documentation of CORE completion and their NCCER number to our apprenticeship coordinator. Students are also eligible to test out of CORE. |
What does it cost?
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The apprenticeship program is at no cost to students. For employers, the cost is $2,200 per student per year.
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