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Youth Apprenticeship Youth Apprenticeship partnerships are formed locally with the school district’s Youth Apprenticeship Coordinator (who is an appropriately licensed work-based learning coordinator) acting as navigator for the planning process leading to an application for a state-approved program. Youth Apprenticeship (YA) is a particular type of work-based learning for Minnesota secondary students 16 years of age and older. YA experiences: Focus on career preparation and training within a specific career pathway; Require a minimum of 450 hours for completion; Are always paid experiences; Lead to an industry-recognized credential of value (“a recognized credential of academic and occupational proficiency” Minn. Stat. § 124D.47) for the student youth apprentice whenever possible. Example credentials of value can include an industry certification, articulated postsecondary credits, and hours towards (adult) Registered Apprenticeship. Program Approval occurs at the district level and r...

  Apprenticeship Paid Training and Jobs Apprenticeship.gov is the one-stop source to connect career seekers, employers, and education partners with apprenticeship resources. Discover apprenticeships across industries, how programs are started by employers, and how to become an apprentice. 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, classroom instruction, and a portable, nationally-recognized credential. Through an apprenticeship program, you can obtain paid, relevant workplace experience while acquiring the skills and credentials that employer’s value. 92% of apprentices who complete an apprenticeship retain employment, with an average annual salary of $72,000. Learn more about the benefits of apprenticeship for career seekers and prospective apprentices. How to Become an Apprentice? Apprenticeship opportunities are offered through an employer or th...