Pre-Apprenticeship Programs
A program or set of services designed to prepare individuals to enter and succeed in a Registered Apprenticeship Program
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CvHS CTE Apprenticeship Asynchronous Course
Students who participate in apprenticeships or pre-apprenticeships through the North Carolina Department of Commerce can also earn CTE credit while they earn hours and experience toward an adult apprenticeship leading to a completed journeyman certificate.
A youth apprenticeship is defined by NC Apprenticeship as an industry driven education and career training program based on recognized industry standards. It is a partnership among business, industry, education, government, parents, and youth apprentices.
Eligibility and Credit:
Eligibility to participate in a youth apprenticeship is determined by the apprenticeship host
Students must demonstrate 120 hours of work and/or classroom experience for academic credit
Students may earn 1 academic credit per semester during their senior year, with a maximum of 2 credits for the academic year
Please review the CvHS CTE Apprenticeship Course Syllabus for additional information
Lineworker Pre-Apprenticeship Information
Lineworker Pre-Apprenticeship Information
Eligible Grade Level: Current Seniors
Eligible Grade Level: Current Seniors
The 2025-26 Applicaton is Due Electronically to Mrs. Waller by 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 11, 2025 as the first class meets on Saturday, September 13, 2025. There are only two built-in make-up days so your attendance is required at all Satruday classes for successful completion of the course.
JoCoPre-ApprenticeshipApplication-2025-26.pdfCompleting the program will provide participants with the following benefits:
Pre-Apprenticeship credit from ApprenticeshipNC:
OSHA 10, First Aid, and CPR certifications
Opportunity to interview for a limited number of internships with a Johnston County public power utility in Summer 2025, funded by JCI.
Opportunity to learn from two industry experts and experienced instructors: Jon O’Boyle, Instructor for Nash Community College Electric Line Construction Program and George Shook, Electric Superintendent for the Town of Selma and former instructor for Nash Community College Electric Line Construction Program
The program content will be delivered over 10 Saturdays between September 2025 and May 2026. The program includes some out of class assignments and may incorporate some job shadowing experiences at one of the sponsoring utilities (town schedules permitting). Refer to the Appendix for the 2025-26 course schedule. Note that dates, topics, and time frames may be subject to change at the instructors’ discretion. Students will be provided with ample notice of any changes that impact scheduled course dates.
Participant Eligibility:
The Johnston County Electric Line Worker Pre-Apprenticeship Program is open to all students who meet the following criteria:
Will be a high school senior during the 2025-26 school year
Attending high school in Johnston County (public, charter, private, or homeschool)
Committed to participating in all scheduled sessions if selected (make up opportunities can be made available for approved circumstances outside of the student’s control)
You can open the PDF file with DocHub to type your answers-- your parent/guardian must physically sign under the commitment statement.
If you choose to hand write your application, please use blue or black ink
Completed applications should be emailed to Mrs. Waller (maryoliveawaller@johnston.k12.nc.us) by 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 11, 2025. All applications must be submitted electronically via email.
Caterpillar Pre-Apprenticeship Information
Caterpillar Pre-Apprenticeship Information
Eligible Grade Level: Current Juniors
Eligible Grade Level: Current Juniors
The 2025-26 application window will open in Fall 2025
The Caterpillar Assembly Pre-Apprenticeship Program is an 18-month program in Clayton, N.C. that prepares high school students for employment in a manufacturing assembly environment.
High school students accepted into the assembly pre-apprenticeship program will take free manufacturing-related classes at Johnston Community College (10 credit hours) as well as receive paid, on-the-job training and work experience at Caterpillar.
The Caterpillar Assembly Pre-Apprenticeship is a potential pathway into the Caterpillar Apprenticeship, which is a new post-high school program at the Caterpillar Clayton facility.
*Selected students earn 2 CTE Apprenticeship credits during their senior year
How to Ace Your Caterpillar Interview
Cara Quinn has worked in recruitment for nearly 20 years. She began her journey with Caterpillar nine years ago as a recruiter and progressed through a variety of recruitment roles before assuming her current position as a Recruiting Solutions Implementation Manager.How to Ace Your Caterpillar Interview
During her time with Caterpillar she has interviewed thousands of people. Here are some tips she shares for those preparing for their Caterpillar interview:
- Do your research: Cara says to make sure you are able to speak both knowledgeably and confidently about the company and position you have applied for. “Having a good understanding of the role’s duties and responsibilities, enables you to identify your own skills and experiences which will bring great value to the position.”
- Get ready to share some of your experiences: Interviewers want you to bring your experience and skills to life. “This is your opportunity to tell us about the most challenging, rewarding and impactful projects or tasks you have worked on which best demonstrate your behaviors.”
- Structure your Answer: Practice communicating your experiences clearly, effectively and with impact. Cara says the framework Caterpillar recommends you use to structure your answer is called the STAR method:
- Situation – Provide the context and background around the situation or task you were involved. Tip - Ensure you give a specific event as opposed to talking generally.
- Task – Describe your role and responsibility within the scenario. Tip – Explain the goal you set out to achieve.
- Action – Explain the actions you took to address the situation. Tip – Remember we are interested in what you specifically did, so even if there was team involvement, make sure you focus on your own contributions.
- Results - Describe the outcome of your actions. Tip – Try to provide real tangible results to show the great impact you made.
- Think about why you are interested in the role: At Caterpillar, we want to understand what motivates you “Be ready to tell us why you are interested in working for our company and in this role.” Think: What motivates you and how does this role fit into your long-term plan?
- Have questions ready: The interview is a two-way process, so use it as your opportunity to find out all you need to know about the role and what it’s like to work and build a career with Caterpillar.
STAR Interview Video Examples:
STAR Interview Video Examples:
Biowork Pre-Apprenticeship Information
Biowork Pre-Apprenticeship Information
Eligible Grade Level: Current Juniors and Seniors
Eligible Grade Level: Current Juniors and Seniors
*All requirements for the Bioworks Pre-Apprenticeship credit are completed within the Biowork class via JCC instruction
The Bioworks Pre-Apprenticeship Application follows the Fall JCC CCP enrollment window
What is the Biowork Pre-Apprenticeship?
BioWork is a program to assist emerging youth in their efforts to prepare for a career in biotechnology. JCC's BioWork course is a 136-hour, non-credit certificate course (Continuing Education) that can lead to an entry-level position as a process technician.
Successful completion of the course in high school will earn the student:
A BioWork Certificate (This certificate allows for entry-level employment in a biotechnology career, equals 1 year of work experience with local Johnston County biopharmaceutical companies, and transfers as two courses (BPM110 Bioprocess Practices & PTC110 Industrial Environment) in related biotechnology degree programs at JCC.)
One (1) high school credit for CTE Pre-Apprenticeship MANU (BioWork)
The opportunity to apply for related apprenticeships during your senior year
Participant Criteria:
Must be a high school junior or senior during the 2024-25 school year
Must be 18 upon graduation to apply for any related apprenticeship opportunities
Must attend high school in Johnston County Public Schools
Must have a 2.8 GPA or a principal recommendation letter
Fees and Tuition:
Students will not be charged CAPS fees from JCC since the classes are being held at the high schools
Tuition and books covered under CCP guidelines
How to Apply:
Monitor the JCC CCP website at bit.ly/CCPGENERALINFO for the application window (no exceptions).
Students must complete and submit the following items online:
CFNC JCC Application - choose Biowork Workforce Pathway.
CCP Student Eligibility Form
Memorandum of Understanding (includes student and parent signature)
Transcript or Letter of Recommendation (provided by JCPS)
*Links will be shared for 1, 2, 3 above once items have been finalized.
Once a student submits a completed CCP application packet, it will be reviewed to determine if the student meets the eligibility requirements.
If a student meets all the eligibility requirements to participate in the Workforce Pathway they must then complete a JCC CE Registration Form.
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