The apprenticeship committee reviews applications to make sure the applicants meet the minimum qualifications for the program. If an applicant is qualified, the application is ranked either by a test, an interview, an evaluation of past experience and education or a random drawing. The applicant is placed on a qualified list, called a pool of eligibles, in order of their ranking. If you do not meet the minimum qualifications or if your application ranks low on the pool of eligibles, contact the committee to find out what you can do to improve your chances and try again. Employers use the list to fill apprenticeship vacancies as they become available.
Some committees allow direct entry into the program under certain circumstances.
Information about a committee's selection method is included on the opening announcement for the program. A. Typically, apprenticeships last two to five years, depending on industry requirements. There's a wide range of occupations available, from corrections officer to heavy equipment operator. Not all programs are available in all parts of the state. The variety of available occupations depends on local industry needs.