Apprenticeship is the best of all worlds! It is a first class system that combines daily on-the-job/hands-on training with relevant classroom instruction.   The apprentice earns a significant income now, with guaranteed wage increases while they progress through the program.  The apprentice takes high tech classes at OCC that can lead to higher educational degrees.  Best of all, job openings and promotions with competitive wages are abundant to the highly trained and skilled trades person.

WHO ARE SKILLED TRADES PEOPLE?

- Creative, intelligent, motivated individuals using science and math on a daily basis
- People who work well with both their hands and mind, enjoy physical   activity, and working with a variety of  tools
- Excellent self learners and problem solvers
- They read blueprints, sketches and technical manuals and have excellent communication skills
- Inventors and entrepreneurs

 DID YOU KNOW?

Apprenticeship does not have to be the end of your education.   Apprenticeship programs can articulate to Associate and Bachelor degree programs. The hands-on background of an apprentice leverages the value of those degrees.   Sixty-five percent of all jobs in the future will be high skilled jobs requiring 1-3 years of technical training.

 ARE YOU LOOKING FOR:

- The CHALLENGE of solving new and different problems each day
- The PRIDE that comes from seeing a finished product you create
- A good INCOME leading to a satisfying lifestyle
- The OPPORTUNITY to  learn while you earn
- The SECURITY of knowing skilled trades people will always be needed
- The MOBILITY of acquiring global skills
- The OPTIONS available in construction, industry or self-employment
- The SATISFACTION of building products which improve the lives of others
- The chance to CONTRIBUTE to the world of technology

 

Auburn Hills Campus 2900 Featherstone Rd. Auburn Hills, MI  Janene Erne (248)232-4394