An Introduction to Apprenticeships.

APPRENTICESHIP programs; PROFESSIONAL employee training; ONLINE education

This article provides an introduction to apprenticeships and their benefits for both employers and employees. It highlights the five components of apprenticeships, including employer involvement, on-the-job training, related technical instruction, paid work experience, and a nationally recognized industry credential. The article also mentions the approval of the Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act in the United States, which emphasizes apprenticeships in secondary career and technical education programs. The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development has seen an increase in apprenticeships since then. The article discusses a specific online course called "Introduction to Apprenticeships" offered by NJ Safe Schools, which aims to teach students about apprenticeships and pre-apprenticeships. The course was taken by several cohorts of students, and their scores were analyzed. Overall, the course received positive feedback, and participants demonstrated a good understanding of apprenticeships. The article suggests that courses like this one are beneficial for high school students to learn about apprenticeships, and future iterations could provide more information on payment and students' roles and responsibilities. [Extracted from the article]

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