Apprenticeship Training is a proven strategy that combines theoretical instruction with on-the job training to prepare high quality, skilled workers to meet the demands of a competitive economy. The NECE will work with you to create a customized, flexible apprenticeship program to meet your organization's needs.

Employer Benefits:

• Skilled workers trained to industry/employer specifications to produce quality results
• Reduced turnover
• Pipeline for new skilled workers
• Reduced worker compensation costs due to an emphasis on safety training.
• Increased competitive edge in the global economy

Apprentice Benefits:

• Jobs that usually pay higher wages
• Higher quality of life and skills versatility
• Portable credentials recognized nationally and often globally
• Opportunity for college credit and future degrees.

The NECE will:

• Maintain and update the curriculum within the program.
• Provide students with course information and books.
• Assist in keeping the apprentices on track.
• Provide course completion documentation including final exam and certificate of completion.

Program Details:

• Schedules are customized per company
• Courses are offered face-to-face, self-study, and/or online:
  • Face-to-face courses are taught onsite and/or through the Interactive TV Network system.
  • Self-study courses provide students with a textbook that contains reading material and self-checks within each chapter.
  • Online courses typically include a textbook and are broken down into units that contain reading assignments, written and video lectures, resource sections and self-checks. The online courses are available 24/7.
• Each course is graded by an online final exam.
• Cost typically ranges between $3,000 - $10,000 per apprentice per year.

Click on the links on the left to view the formalized apprenticeship training programs currently offered by the NECE.