Apprenticeships
What are apprenticeships and what programs are available?
More than construction...
CNC Programmer
What is a CNC Programmer?
CNC Programmers develop programs to control machining or processing of metal or plastic parts by automatic machine tools, equipment, or systems. Students in the AJAC CNC Programmer Apprenticeship will learn to use CAD and CAM fundamentals to design for manufacturability (develop tooling).
Students will gain a thorough understanding of the underlying manufacturing processes that are essential to developing a part program; they will know how to build a part and will understand the role of the CNC Programmer in a team and an organization.
CNC Programmers:
Establish manufacturing process for machining
Develop tooling
Create CNC code
Verify Numeric Code in a software platform
Develop set-up documentation utilizing various methods
Manage manufacturing data
Visit AJAC - Advanced Manufacturing Apprenticeships to learn more!
Tech Jobs
Apprenti offers several tech apprenticeships. Their unique apprenticeship program puts you on a straightforward, step-by-step fast track to your dream job. The tech industry is seeking to embrace diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in its workforce, and Apprenti is actively recruiting women, people of color, Veterans, and people with disabilities, although anyone is eligible to apply. Watch some videos below and explore their website to learn more!
Veterinary
If you are interesting in living in the Wenatchee area and working for Cascade Veterinary Clinics, then check out this apprenticeship! Cascade Veterinary Clinics offer Licensed Veterinary Technician and Veterinary Assistant programs.
Cosmetology, Barbering, Esthetics, Manicuring, and Hair design
Here are couple programs that are offered locally:
Atarashii Apprentice Program (you can also watch one of their videos below)
Texture & Curl Specialists Salon (you will need to contact them directly for more information)
Medical Assistant, Central Sterile Processing Technician, Pharmacy Technician, Behavioral Health Tech, Peer Counselor, or Substance Use Disorder Professional
Visit Health Care Apprenticeship Consortium to learn more!
Medical Apprenticeship - Workforce in Action podcast
"In this episode we’re joined by Alyssa Burgess, Associate Director of Career Pathways at the Washington Association for Community Health. Listen to learn how the association is using innovative education and training programs to cultivate an equitable and sustainable community health workforce, including their work with Equus Registered Apprenticeship Programs."
Washington Association for Community Health - InReach Apprenticeship and Training Programs - On this site you can learn more about the Medical Assistant apprenticeship, and their Dental Assistant Training Program
Videos
Programs in WA
Washington State Department of Labor & Industries - This site contains all state approved apprenticeships. Watch this video to see how to search based on a specific location or occupation.
ANEW Pre-apprenticeship Program in Kent - they train men and women
Apprenticeship Job Finder - see what jobs are available now
Apprenticeship Programs in Washington - learn about apprenticeships
YouthBuild Seattle - training program in South Seattle; get paid while training
Apprenticeship Guidebook - find wage info and contacts for programs in greater Seattle area
Construct a Career - learn about programs in Washington; find contacts - GUIDE BOOK