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Apprenticeship

Apprenticeship Training – Earn While You Learn:

Apprenticeship is a method of training individuals, in a trade, using a combination of on-the-job skills development and classroom/lab related instruction. Atlantic Technical College serves as the Apprenticeship Local Educational Agency (LEA) for Broward County Public Schools and coordinates the largest number of apprenticeship training programs in Florida, operating in accordance with federal and state laws and rules.

Apprenticeship training offers the individual a chance to “earn while you learn.” In addition to a paid 40-hour on-the-job training work week under the supervision of a journeyperson, apprentices are required to attend related training on selected evenings and/or weekends. Wages increase as the apprentice raises their skill level through training and work experience. Apprenticeship training programs vary in length, depending on the trade and can take from two to five years to complete. There are both union and non-union programs.

Upon completion of an Apprenticeship program and meeting eligibility requirements, students may be able to transfer college credits to Broward College toward an Associate Degree.

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Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning/Refrigeration (HVAC/R)

Program Length: 6,000 – 10,000 OJT hours / 48-60 months related training hours

Associated Builder’s and Contractors (ABCI) Institute

Associated Builder’s and Contractors (ABCI) Institute offers construction education in the form of apprenticeship programs to train a workforce of skilled and competent construction workers and managers. Whether you’re an employer looking to upskill your current crew members, or an individual interested in learning a new trade with no prior knowledge, ABC Institute is the right place to build your future in the construction industry.

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Florida Training Services - Duval County

Can’t decide between a career in cooling systems, ventilation, or electrical? HVAC covers it all! HVAC technicians install, maintain, and repair refrigeration, heating, cooling, and ventilation equipment. This career path is ideal for those who wish to utilize their skills outside of a traditional office environment. Considered to be one of the most active jobs in the industry, an HVAC technician’s work takes them indoors and outdoors on a daily basis, as well as to a variety of job sites.

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Florida Training Services - Brevard County

Air Conditioning Contractors Association is a non-union or employment professional society in Palm Bay, FL whose mission is: Training for A/C contractor students. Education Apprentice.

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Florida Training Services - Palm Beach County

Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVACR) Service Technicians install, maintain/repair heating, air conditioning and refrigeration systems in the residential, commercial and industrial sectors. These technicians also learn and work on ways to improve energy efficiency. Most apprentices get into a truck mid-way through their apprenticeship and this sector provides consistent year-round work with excellent wages plus benefits. HVAC is in high demand in South Florida this trade allows overtime thru being on-call, shift work, and also pays a higher wage than construction.

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Florida Training Services - Martin County

Apprentices are required to log a minimum of 2000 hours-per-year of on-the-job (OJT) training. All progress is documented with the sponsoring employer. Apprentices are also required to attend a minimum of 144 hours-per-year of related classroom training. The entire program is 4 years.

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Electrical

Program Length: 8,000 -10,000 OJT hours / 48 – 60 months related training hours

The Florida East Coast Electrical JATC

The Florida East Coast Electrical JATC is looking for men and women who are looking for a career in the Electrical Construction Industry. Our five-year program provides a path for you to become a journeyman wireman with the IBEW, working for our valued contractor partners affiliated with the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA). We offer excellent wages, health and welfare insurance for you and your family, pensions and an annuity.

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Associated Builder’s and Contractors (ABCI) Institute

Associated Builder’s and Contractors (ABCI) Institute offers construction education in the form of apprenticeship programs to train a workforce of skilled and competent construction workers and managers. Whether you’re an employer looking to upskill your current crew members or an individual interested in learning a new trade with no prior knowledge, ABC Institute is the right place to build your future in the construction industry.

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Florida Training Services - Jacksonville

For those who have an interest in activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions relating to complex wiring systems and robotics, pursuing a career in the electrical trade could be a great fit. Electric work has continued to be a growing trade over the years, and the demand for qualified, professional electricians is on the rise.

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Florida Training Services – Brevard County

Electrical Apprenticeship is a vocational training program. We train individuals to be electricians in the areas of residential, commercial and industrial. Students receive hands on experience in the electrical trade by working full time with a participating electrical contractor.

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Florida Training Services - Palm Beach County

In the state of Florida, apprenticeship certification programs are sponsored. If an individual is not already working with a sponsoring contractor, the IC FL East Coast Chapter assists qualifying individuals with placement. Students work full time while attending school one to two nights per week, and graduate debt free. They earn while they learn!

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Florida Training Services - Martin County

Apprentices are required to log a minimum of 2000 hours-per-year of on-the-job (OJT) training. All progress is documented with the sponsoring employer. Apprentices are also required to attend a minimum of 144 hours-per-year of related classroom training. The entire program is 4 years. This training is provided in-person.

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Elevator

Program Length: 6,800 OJT hours/ 48 months related training hours

Florida Training Services - IUEC

Florida Training Services – IUEC represents the most qualified and trained elevator constructors in the world. Members assemble, install, and replace elevators, escalators, dumbwaiters, moving walkways, and more.

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Glazers

Program Length: 8,000 hours/approx. 48 months related training hours

Florida Training Services

An Architectural Glass and Metal technician, called a Glazier, is responsible for selecting, cutting, installing, replacing, and removing all types of glass. Work in the glazing field includes both residential and commercial projects. Residential projects may include replacing a home’s window glass to improve energy efficiency, installing glass mirrors, shower doors and fitting glass for tabletops and display cases. Commercial interior glazing projects include installing items such as heavy, decorative room dividers or security windows.

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Industrial Pipefitter (Sprinkler Fitter/Pipefitter)

Program Length: 10,000 OJT hours/approx. 60 months related training hours

Sprinkler Fitters JAC #821

This program examines trade specific safety hazards and identifies shop plans specific to the sprinkler fitting industry. It introduces workplace safety, material handling, and the proper use of common tools. Apprentices will design, install, repair, maintain and inspect various types of fire protection systems by working with a variety of pipe and tubing materials, as well as by using electricity and chemical compounds.

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Florida Training Services - Brevard County

This program examines trade specific safety hazards and identifies shop plans specific to the sprinkler fitting industry. It introduces workplace safety, material handling, and the proper use of common tools. Apprentices will design, install, repair, maintain and inspect various types of fire protection systems by working with a variety of pipe and tubing materials, as well as by using electricity and chemical compounds.

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Line Erector

Program Length: 6,000 OJT hours/approx. 36 months related training hours

Associated Builder’s and Contractors (ABCI) Institute

Associated Builder’s and Contractors (ABCI) Institute offers construction education in the form of apprenticeship programs to train a workforce of skilled and competent construction workers and managers. Whether you’re an employer looking to upskill your current crew members or an individual interested in learning a new trade with no prior knowledge, ABC Institute is the right place to build your future in the construction industry.

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Machining

Program Length: 8,000 OJT hours/approx. 48 months related training hours

Florida Training Services - Brevard County

SCMAP is a traditional machining apprenticeship program in the Space Coast region of Florida. The machinist apprenticeship program serves Central Florida, to include Brevard County, Indian River County, Orange County, Titusville, Melbourne, Palm Bay, Rockledge, Cape Canaveral, Titusville, Cocoa Beach, Vero Beach, Orlando and all areas in the region.

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South Florida Masonry Association

SFMA’s focus is on what the apprentice learns, or already knows, and not how long they spend in class or learning a skill. The competency-based approach provides the opportunity for the apprentices to move through the system at their own pace to build their portfolio of skills and credentials validating the acquired skill levels.

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Operating Engineers (Heavy Equipment)

Program Length: 8,000 OJT hours/approx. 48 months related training hours

South Florida Operating Engineers JATC #487

South Florida Operating Engineers JATC #487 offers training in maintaining heavy construction equipment such as cranes, backhoes, bulldozers, excavators, front-end loaders, forklifts, concrete pumps, etc. Operating Engineers represent operators, mechanics, oilers, fuel trucks drivers, lowboy drivers, riggers, signal persons, and a variety of other skilled trades.

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Painter-Decorator (Painter Const)

Program Length: 8,000 OJT hours/approx. 48 months related training hours

Florida Training Services

Painters and Decorators apply decorative and protective finishes in residential, commercial, institutional and industrial settings. They prepare a variety of surfaces (wood, masonry, drywall, plaster, concrete, synthetics, stucco and metal) prior to the application of materials such as paint, high performance coatings, waterproofing, fireproofing, varnish, shellac, wall coverings and special decorative finishes.

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Plumbing

Program Length: 8,000 -10,000 OJT hours / 48 – 60 months related training hours

United Service Training

In the plumbing industry, apprenticeship programs are an alternative to college which allow you to earn while you learn your trade, both on the job and in the classroom. Now is the time to be a part of a highly skilled work-force of the 21st Century. Wages paid to plumbing apprentices, being professionally trained by A state registered apprenticeship programs, are among the highest for any skilled workers. Talk to your employer about joining this training program, that will teach you all the facts of the plumbing.

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Broward County Plumbers & Pipefitters, LOCAL 719

The United Association’s joint apprenticeship program was the first nationally registered program recognized by the Department of Labor in the United States. Over the many decades since, UA training has evolved into a sophisticated and comprehensive program of classroom, workshop and on-the-job training. This high-tech, cutting edge training ensures that apprentices who complete the five-year program will have a career path that provides good wages, generous benefits, as well as opportunities that range from project management to owning their own business.

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Associated Builder’s and Contractors (ABCI) Institute

Associated Builder’s and Contractors (ABCI) Institute offers construction education in the form of apprenticeship programs to train a workforce of skilled and competent construction workers and managers. Whether you’re an employer looking to upskill your current crew members or an individual interested in learning a new trade with no prior knowledge, ABC Institute is the right place to build your future in the construction industry.

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Florida Training Services - Duval County

If you are a strong problem-solver that is often asked for help with fixing mechanical issues, a career in plumbing may be the perfect fit for you. Plumbers do much more than fixing sinks and toilets in residential homes. They design, install, maintain, and fix systems for sewage, drainage and potable water for individuals and companies. A career in plumbing gives workers in the industry useful, lifelong skills and the opportunity to build, install and repair necessary equipment to contribute to the health of their community.

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Florida Training Services - West Palm Beach

Plumbers perform work that is essential to the health and safety of our citizens. Plumbers install drinking water, waste and ventilating systems. As well as wastewater treatment systems large/ small in homes, offices, schools, hospitals and commercial facilities. With a growing focus on green technologies, water conservation and energy efficiency. The demand for Plumbers will increase significantly in the years ahead. Our Plumbers also work on technical installations for medical gas in hospitals and nursing homes.

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Florida Training Services - Martin County

Apprentices are required to log a minimum of 2000 hours-per-year of on-the-job (OJT) training. All progress is documented with the sponsoring employer. Apprentices are also required to attend a minimum of 144 hours-per-year of related classroom training. The entire program is 4 years.

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Roofing

Program Length: 6,000 OJT hours / 36 months related training hours

Associated Builder’s and Contractors (ABCI)

Associated Builder’s and Contractors (ABCI) offers construction education in the form of apprenticeship programs to train a workforce of skilled and competent construction workers and managers. Whether you’re an employer looking to upskill your current crew members or an individual interested in learning a new trade with no prior knowledge, ABC Institute is the right place to build your future in the construction industry.

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Yacht Service

Program Length: 4000 OJT hours/ 24 months related training

Marine Industries Association of South Florida

Marine Industries Association of South Florida – Gives you the skills to develop a cadre of high-skill / high-wage shipyard service technicians that provides career advancement opportunities and to be a valuable resource for participating employers to help them meet their current and future employment needs.

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The Council on Occupational Education (COE) does not accredit avocational programs such as ESOL, ABE, GED® Test Preparation, ABS, or Apprenticeship.  In addition, these programs do not qualify for Title IV financial aid assistance.