Workers who finish apprenticeships generally earn more during their working years than those who don't learn their skills in a formal training program. Apprentices trained for 92 different occupations in 1999. Advancement potential . Apprentices who become journey-level workers usually advance more rapidly than other workers. Higher-paying jobs often come more quickly.
Some apprentices move into supervisory positions within just a few years.
All apprenticeship programs must provide equal opportunity to all interested individuals. In fact, employers with five or more apprentices must show they are making a special effort to hire women and minorities. They are required to file a written affirmative action plan with the Department of Labor and Industries. When you complete your apprenticeship, you'll become a qualified journey-level worker in your chosen occupation. You'll receive a state-issued certificate valid anywhere in the United States that identifies you as a qualified professional in your field.