Prepare For a Career - Not Just a Job

 

Registered Apprenticeship is an employer-driven career pathway that combines paid employment, structured on-the-job learning, classroom instruction and a nationally recognized credential.

 

About Our Apprenticeship-Related Instruction Courses

HCVSD Adult & Continuing Education provides the Related Technical Instruction (RTI) component required for registered apprenticeship programs.

 

Our courses provide the classroom theory-based instruction aligned with apprenticeship standards. However, HCVSD does not employ apprentices or operate registered apprenticeship programs directly.

 

An employer must sponsor a registered apprenticeship.  The employer:

• Hires and pays the apprentice

• Provides supervised on-the-job training

• Tracks the apprentice’s work hours and progress

• Registers the apprenticeship program and apprentice with the United States Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship

 

How Registered Apprenticeship Works

Registered apprenticeship combines:

• Paid Work Experience
  Apprentices generally complete approximately 2,000 hours of supervised on-the-job training each year.

 

• Related Technical Instruction
  Apprentices complete classroom instruction that supports the skills and knowledge learned on the job. A minimum of 144 hours of related instruction is required for each year of a registered apprenticeship.

Apprentices normally work during the day and attend related-instruction classes in the evening.

 

Apprenticeship Progression

An individual may begin related-instruction classes before obtaining apprenticeship employment.  However, the individual cannot become a registered apprentice until hired and registered by an apprenticeship sponsor.​​​

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​Electrical, HVAC and Plumbing Related Instruction

Electrical, HVAC and Plumbing Related Technical Instruction is generally organized into four annual course levels.  Each course provides approximately 150 hours of classroom instruction.

 

Apprentices must complete the number of related instruction and on-the-job training (OJT) hours required by their employer's registered apprenticeship program.

 

Typical Four-Year Apprenticeship Requirements

While requirements vary by occupation and employer, a traditional four-year registered apprenticeship generally includes:

• ​8,000 hours of On-The-Job Training (OJT)
  (Approximately 2,000 hours of paid employment each apprenticeship year)

• 576 hours of Related Technical Instruction (RTI)
  (A minimum of 144 hours of classroom instruction during each four years)

 

Course Formats

HCVSD offers flexible course formats designed to accommodate working apprentices.  Course delivery may vary by program and course level.

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Hybrid Learning

• Attend one in-person class each week.

• Participate in a schedule live virtual class and/or complete online assignments.

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Virtual Learning

• Attend scheduled live virtual classes.

• Complete online coursework and assignments through the Learning Management System (LMS).

 

Apprenticeship Certificate of Completion

After an apprentice successfully completes all requirements established in the registered apprenticeship standards, including the on-the-job training and related instruction, the apprentice may be eligible to receive a nationally recognized Certificate of Completion of Apprenticeship from the United States Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship.

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How to Obtain a Trade License?

For Electrical, HVACR and Plumbing licensing requirements, contact the appropriate board through the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs. www.njconsumeraffairs.gov

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Notice to Employers

Employers are responsible for registering their apprenticeship program and apprentices with the United States Department of Labor, Office of Apprenticeship.  There are no fees charged by the USDOL Office of Apprenticeship to register an apprenticeship program.

Hunterdon, Somerset, Warren and Mercer County employers seeking assistance may contact:

     Ms. Chris Lee, USDOL Representative, via email Lee.Huiching@dol.gov or 732-581-9097

 

For Apprenticeship Coordination Assistance, contact Christina Shockley, Hunterdon/Somerset County Apprenticeship Coordinator, via email cshockley@hcvsd.org or 908-788-1119 x2007.

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Below are Apprenticeship Related Instruction Courses offered at HCVSD

Electrical Occupational Profile 
Heavy Equipment Operator Occupational Profile
Plumbing Occupational Profile

HVAC