The local representative of the State Department of Labor assists in developing program standards to guide the training of apprentices and to create a workplace curriculum. Employers design schedules of training activities that include orientation, summer employment, junior or senior year employment, and full-time employment after graduation. Careful consideration should be given to insurance, pay scales, and other employee benefits. Employers develop specific job descriptions with assistance and approval from the State Department of Labor. Employers interview and hire apprentices from applicants screened by the school.
Employers regularly monitor and evaluate apprentices training for high quality performance.
The school coordinates school-based learning with worksite training to develop effective interpersonal and occupational skills. Credit towards graduation for the work experience is necessary. The school develops and implements a screening process for the selection of qualified applicants whom employers will interview. Apprentices receive meaningful work experiences and guidance services throughout the program. Counselors design the students class schedules to accommodate appropriate higher-level math, science, and communication coursework as well as flexible hours.