Post High School Options

How to Become an Apprentice

Qualities that successful apprentices share include perseverance, ambition, and initiative. Educational requirements vary; some programs prefer applicants with a high school diploma or its equivalent, while others may have more rigorous standards, and some have no educational requirement. Some programs require you to take an aptitude or other kinds of test. Most programs require English proficiency.

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Ways to Serve

Every day thousands of dedicated individuals serve to protect freedom, maintain peace and support policies around the globe. Discover how the Military's many paths and service commitments can offer a flexible and fulfilling future.

Vocational School "Vocational schools, trade schools, and technical schools are places that can help you train for jobs that require a particular educational experience or where you can learn specific technical skills." Campus-based or online certificate, associate degree or other CTE training programs can usually be completed in a relatively short amount of time — under the four (or more) years it can take for a bachelor’s degree.