Contact PT CAM or the Department of Labor for a free booklet on the rules and regulations governing youth apprentices in the metalworking industry. Standards are nationally recognized, and they give apprentices a solid foundation for future careers. North Carolina is a nationwide leader in establishing skill standards. In fact, PT CAM led the initial statewide effort to establish NIMS standards in North Carolina. NIMS is a metalworking credentialing organization that is rapidly gaining national recognition.
Final selection is based on an interview with industry sponsors.