SANKOFA CONSTRUCTION APPRENTICESHIP
WHAT IS REGISGTERED APPRENTICESHIP?
Registered Apprenticeship is an industry-driven, high-quality career pathway where employers
can develop and prepare their future workforce, and individuals can obtain paid work experience, receive progressive wage increases, classroom instruction, and a portable, nationally-recognized credential. Registered Apprenticeships are industry-vetted and approved and validated by the U.S. Department of Labor , Office of Apprenticeship.
Description Of Program
The Sankofa Construction Apprenticeship Program emphasize the principles of construction, equipment knowledge and operation, materials, site preparation, maintenance and OSHA safety. The term of the apprenticeship is 4 years with an OJL attainment of 8000 hours, supplemented by the minimum required 576 hours of related instruction. There is a $XXX application fee (money order only).
To enroll, an applicant must meet the following minimum requirements:
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An apprentice must be at least 16 years of age, except where a higher age is required by law
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A high school diploma is not required but some high school is required
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Applicants will be physically capable of performing the essential functions of the apprenticeship program, with or without a reasonable accommodation, and without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of the individual or others.
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Able to lift a minimum of 60lbs.
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State ID or Driver’s license
Benefits Of Registered Apprenticeship Programs
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Earn While You Learn
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Work full-time for a full-time salary and take classes
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Create a path toward a remarkable lifelong career
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Develop skills in hands-on, real-life situations
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Become a federally-recognized Journey worker
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Learn skills that are transferrable and last a lifetime
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Enter into a career where skilled craft labor is in high demand all across our country
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Industry Led
Programs are industry-vetted and approved to ensure alignment with industry standards and that apprentices are trained for highly-skilled, high-demand occupations.
Structured On-the-Job Learning/Mentorship
Programs provide structured on-the-job training to prepare for a successful career, which includes instruction from an experienced mentor.
Diversity
Programs are designed to reflect the communities in which they operate through strong non-discrimination, anti-harassment, and recruitment practices to ensure access, equity, and inclusion.
Paid Job
Registered Apprenticeships are jobs! Apprentices earn progressive wage increases as their skills and productivity increase.
Supplemental Education
Apprentices are provided supplemental classroom education based on the employers unique training needs to ensure quality and success.
Credentials
Apprentices earn a portable, nationally-recognized credential within their industry.
Quality & Safety
Apprentices are afforded worker protections while receiving rigorous training to equip them with the skills they need to succeed and the proper training and supervision they need to be safe.