Apprenticeship

Prepare For a Career - Not Just a Job

About Our Apprenticeship-Related Instruction Courses

The Adult & Continuing Education provides the related technical instruction (RTI) component required for registered apprenticeship programs in New Jersey. While we deliver the classroom and theory-based training aligned with the state and federal apprenticeship standards, we do not operate apprenticeship programs directly.

Apprenticeship programs must be sponsored by an employer who hires the apprentice, pays wages, and provides on-the-job training (OJT) under qualified supervision. The employer is responsible for registering the the apprenticeship program and apprentice with United States Department of Labor (USDOL), Office of Apprenticeship.

What Our Related-Instruction Courses Look Like

A four-year apprenticeship is divided into four one-year segments, with each year consisting of 150 hours of related classroom instruction.

Our related instruction courses are offered in flexible formats to accommodate working apprentices:

Hybrid Learning

Attend in-person class one night a week, along with participating in a weekly live virtual class meeting and/or completing online assignments.

Virtual Learning

Attend live virtual classes and complete online assignments - ideal for apprentices who prefer a fully remote learning option.

Electrical, HVAC & Plumbing are 4-year Apprenticeship Programs

An apprentice must complete four years (8,000 hours) OJT – apprentices are awarded 2,000 hours OJT for every one year of full-time work
and
Complete 576 hours of RTI – apprentices must earn a minimum of 144 hours RTI each year of an apprenticeship program
Apprentices typically work during the day, and attend classes two evenings per week

Apprenticeship Certificate of Completion

At the completion of both apprenticeship requirements, apprentices can receive a nationally recognized USDOL Completion of Apprenticeship certification.

How to get a Trade License?

Individuals must have a USDOL Completion of Apprenticeship Certificate
Contact NJ Division of Consumer Affairs, for electrical, HVAC and plumbing licensing board www.njconsumeraffairs.gov

Notice to Employers

Employers are responsible for registering an employee in an apprenticeship program.

There are no fees associated with registering an apprentice program with United States Department of Labor (USDOL) Office of Apprenticeship.
To register an apprentice, Hunterdon/Somerset/Warren/Mercer County employers can contact Chris Lee, USDOL Representative, via email Lee.Huiching@dol.gov or 732-581-9097.

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

Below are Apprenticeship Related Instruction Courses offered at HCVSD?

Electrical Occupational Profile
Heavy Equipment Operator Occupational Profile
Plumbing Occupational Profile
Veterinary Assistant Occupation Profile

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YTTW Youth Apprenticeship

Your future, your choice, GET PAID while gaining relevant work experience. Youth Apprenticeships are unique opportunities for juniors and seniors to start preparing for their career path while still in high school. They combine school-based learning with real on-the-job training with an employer. Students will earn a paycheck while exploring an exciting career and gaining valuable hands-on skills.

Students who work in their field of study via cooperative education, after school, or during the summer may count their hours towards their On-the-Job Training (OJT) provided the hours are documented. After graduating from high school, students must register in an official apprenticeship program to be given credit for their hours worked and schooling.

Polytech High School YTTW Youth Apprenticeship include:

Culinary (Cook & Pastry Chef)

Automotive

Diesel Technology

Benefits of Youth Apprenticeships

Create a link between high school and post-secondary options
Gain marketable industry skills

Automotive/Diesel YTTW: Contact Jennifer Calvelli, YTTW@hcvsd.org

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