In this education model, students obtain a set of well-defined occupational abilities by learning concepts in the classroom and applications in a work setting. Discussion Youth apprenticeship systems in the U.S. have been influenced by successful apprenticeship models in Germany, Denmark, Switzerland, and Austria.
Apprenticeships range in occupation from baking to banking.
Apprenticeship systems are run by a partnership of government, educators, and employers. Employer committees play a significant role in designing, monitoring, and evaluating apprenticeship programs. U.S. policy makers have been trying to develop a youth apprenticeship system that is more flexible and fits into our nation's structure of education, governance, and business. This is because content in the classroom mainly focuses on the applications called for in the workplace. However, most European apprenticeship programs have broadened their curriculum to focus more heavily on technology, critical thinking, problem solving, teamwork, and project management.