Job & Family Services Office of Workforce Development
Apprenticeship

Registered Apprenticeship programs teach high-level skills for today's workplace. Ohio has more than 1,100 Registered Apprenticeship programs in fields as diverse as: aerospace, construction, energy, health care, manufacturing, and utilities. Each program includes, at minimum, 2,000 hours of structured on-the-job training and 144 hours per year of related technical instruction.

Both businesses and job seekers benefit from apprenticeship opportunities. Businesses gain access to a pool of workers who have been trained to industry specifications at a reasonable cost. Apprentices are able to earn a living as they train for high-quality, reliable employment and a rewarding career.

Announcements of Apprenticeship Opportunities -  Organizations with apprenticeship openings in Ohio.

The Ohio State Apprenticeship Council – The Ohio State Apprenticeship Council registers and monitors Ohio apprenticeship programs to ensure their quality and safety.

It's Working!

 Articulation arrangements between the Registered Apprenticeship sponsors and institutions of higher learner afford the apprentice  learner college credit for the course work completed in their training experience. As a result more than 5,000 registered apprentices are dually enrolled in their registered apprenticeship program and college. These agreement establishes a clear degree pathway, free of barriers, for the apprentices to achieve the highest level of education and career potential.

For More Information:
The Ohio State Apprenticeship Council
P.O. Box 1618
Columbus, Ohio 43216-1618
Fax: 614-466-7912
Phone: 1-888-296-7541, Option # 4
Email: WIAQNA@jfs.ohio.gov
                                                                                                                                     Last Update 12/8/2011