Program Description - The
National Apprenticeship Program is designed to promote, improve, and expand industrial
apprenticeship training. The length of apprenticeship training varies from two to six
years, depending on the trade and standards adopted by the industry.
Services Provided - On-the-job training is carried out step-by-step under
the close supervision of a skilled craftsman. Starting wages begin at one half that of a
fully-trained craftsman and advance every six months until training is completed and a
full journeyman's wage is received.
Whom to Contact:
U.S. Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training
Strom Thurmond Building
1835 Assembly Street
Columbia, SC 29201
(803) 765-5547
www.doleta.gov/atels_bat
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Program Description -
This program assists eligible veterans and certain wives, widows,
and children in attaining a co-educational objective. Eligible persons may receive a
training allowance from the Veterans Affairs to supplement their wages while learning a
new skill or trade, thereby increasing their financial security and job stability during
the training period.
Services Provided - The training establishment (employer)
provides an approved training program that will qualify the veteran or eligible person for
the job for which he is being trained. On-the-job training lasts from six to twenty-four
months. Apprenticeship training is for two years or longer.
Program Approval - Programs of Education or Training must be
approved by the License Division of the Commission on Higher Education prior to the
payment of benefits to veterans or other persons entitled to receive education assistance
from the VA.
If the institution cannot provide information on approved programs, you may contact:
S.C. Commission on Higher Education
Licensing & Veterans Education
1333 Main Street, Suite 200
Columbia, SC 29201
(803) 737-2244
Fax (803) 737-2297
www.che.sc.gov/studentservices/vetedhm.htm |
