One Requirements Background Youth apprenticeship is a two-year program for high school juniors and seniors who are interested in specific occupations.
Students get their training at the workplace from mentors and are paid for their work.
When they complete the program, they receive a high school diploma and a Certificate of Occupational Proficiency. They're also eligible for advanced standing in Wisconsin technical colleges and meet academic requirements for most four-year colleges. Students must apply for the youth apprenticeship program in their sophomore year through their high school. Local programs may include other requirements, such as satisfactory school attendance or a minimum grade-point average. More information available More information about each apprenticeship progam can be found in our online programs page.