What is Apprenticeship?
Apprenticeship is a structured, paid training program that combines on-the-job training (OJT) with related supplemental instruction (RSI). This means that the apprentice is earning while they are learning from day one.
In public education, the apprentice learns the day-to-day skills required by the school district they work for during their regularly scheduled work day, and then attends college classes on their own time.
All RSI required classes are clearly outlined for the apprentice and can be accessed at participating local community colleges. Many of these college classes are available online and are designed to be a pathway to an Associate’s Degree.
Our Partners
The JATC partners with the following organizations to ensure apprentices in public education receive excellent instruction and professional development.
Washington State Apprenticeship & Training Council (WSATC)
Washington State Department of Labor and Industries (L&I)
Supporting Diversity
Education apprenticeship programs are committed to supporting diversity and equity in recruiting and hiring participants, through outreach and engagement with under-served and underrepresented populations.
This project was supported by the United States Department of Labor (USDOL) for the “Apprenticeship USA State Expansion Grants” under grant funding number FOE-ETA-16-13. This information or content and conclusions are those of the author and should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by USDOL or the U.S. Government.