The Oglethorpe County Apprenticeship Program is a new educational option that prepares high school students for the world of work through a combination of academic and workplace learning. It is based on the belief that our youth must be better prepared for the future, if they are to be successful in a competitive, global economy. During the 11 th and 12 th grades, apprenticeship students continue to take academic and technical courses that lay the foundation for their career. Employers aid the apprentice's education by assessing performance, creating relevant curriculum, and developing occupational skill standards specific to business and industry. The Apprenticeship Program also provides a direct link to higher education, with students attending a technical institute or college after the high school component of the apprenticeship.
Apprenticeship requires at least one year of post-secondary commitment.