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Course Highlights
Overview
This self-paced, online training course walks you through how to complete the Standards of Apprenticeship in registering an apprenticeship program with the U.S. DOL or a federally recognized SAA. As you progress through this course, each section of the Standards of Apprenticeship will be explained with its purpose and directions on how to fill out and customize it for your apprenticeship program. Also, tips and examples will be provided in program development and implementation.
Table of Contents
Welcome and Introductions: Get ready to take the course!
- Tips to navigate this course
- Welcome from JFF
- Meet our experts!
- What is this course about?
- Who should take this course?
- Why is this course important?
- "Now it's your turn" activity
Foundational Knowledge: Review or brush up on the basics.
- History of the apprenticeship system
- The Standards of Apprenticeship document
- Terminology cheat sheet
Getting Started: We'll cover four items you should have in place before you start this course and an overview of the course rhythm.
- ITEM 1: Your occupation(s)
- ITEM 2: Key components and processes
- ITEM 3: Federal versus SAA requirements
- ITEM 4: Group sponsorship and CBA requirements
- Course rhythm
Standards of Apprenticeship Application: We'll guide you through each section of the Standards application.
- I-A: Responsibilities of the Sponsor
- I-B: Minimum Qualifications
- I-C: Apprenticeship Approach and Term
- I-D: Work Process Schedule and Related Instruction
- I-E: Credit for Previous Experience
- I-F: Probationary Period
- I-G: Ratio of Apprentices to Journeyworkers
- I-H: Apprentice Wage Schedule
- I-I: Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action
- I-J: Complaint Procedures
- I-K: Registration Agency General Contact Information
- I-L: Reciprocity of Apprenticeship Programs
Wrap-Up: We'll end the course with a summary, what to do next, and a short course feedback survey.