An apprenticeship is an education program beginning with hands-on training that allows people going into trade work to gain the skills and training necessary or practical to perform specific industry jobs. An apprenticeship is field-specific training where students work with skilled professionals who support their learning of specialized skills. People who choose apprenticeships immediately have real-world, practical experience in their field. 

What are some benefits of an apprenticeship?

1. Money - Apprenticeships are jobs. An apprenticeship immediately pays a wage while you are learning the trade. In some apprenticeship programs, you can even earn raises while you are still an apprentice. This can be a great opportunity to learn without worrying about losing money.

2. Focus - Students are being trained directly in the field of their choice, for the job of their choice. They earn real-world experience and understanding of their industry of choice in the environment they will be working in. 

3. Support - People who choose apprenticeships, begin learning with the support of a teacher or mentor. An apprenticeship means immediately applying the theory while having someone who has experience guiding you. 

4. High Employment Rates - A majority of trade fields have high rates of employment, increasing your opportunities to find a job. As a person who completed an apprenticeship, you will have both industry experience and the qualifications to find success in your chosen industry. 

5. Competitive Salaries - Apprenticeship starts paying you immediately meaning that you don’t lose money initially learning a field and depending on your trade of choice can lead to a career with competitive salaries. 

6. Networking - Apprenticeship will put you in immediate contact with working professionals who can help to support your opportunities.

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