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They are the foundation of every Registered Apprenticeship program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Q:What type of education does an apprentice receive?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A: Apprentices receive on-the-job training from an experienced ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø faculty member or trainer for typically no less than one year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Q: Are Apprenticeships Flexible?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A: Yes! The length of an apprenticeship varies; from 1-5 years in length. A typical ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø apprenticeship lasts 2-3 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Q: Are apprenticeships geared toward industries like Manufacturing?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A: No! There are more than 1,000 occupations that include health care, accounting, information technology, logistics and MORE!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Currently ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø has apprenticeships in the following occupations but can specialize one for your company:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Machinist<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Industrial Maintenance Technician<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Welding<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Logistics<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The College has access to funds from the Missouri Registered Apprenticeship program to help companies create an apprenticeship program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Benefits of an Apprenticeship program<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>An apprenticeship shows current and potential employees that a business is willing to invest in them. The investment strengthens a businesses workforce retention efforts. 91% of apprentices retain employment upon completion of the program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Earnings: Average starting apprenticeship wage is $16.50 per hour. Graduates earn an average of $60,000 per year.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Credential Attainment: All apprentices earn a national, industry recognized credential.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Improves productivity and the bottom line<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provides opportunities for tax credits and employee benefits<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Creates industry-driving and flexible training solutions to meet national and local needs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>For every $1 spent on an apprenticeship, employers receive approximately $1.50 return on investment.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To create an apprenticeship program, contact the ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø Center for Workforce Development. <a href=\"mailto:training@eastcentral.edu\">training@eastcentral.edu<\/a> or 636-649-5800<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What is an Apprenticeship? The concept of an apprenticeship is a &#8220;Learn while you Earn&#8221; model. 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