Students learn and practice all phases of the occupation in real-world applications. The apprenticeship wages are a portion of the journeyman wage rate that increases throughout the training program. As apprentices gain knowledge, skills, progress in school and accumulate work hours, their pay increases.
"Norma has become a regular here at NCIS. She is a wonderful presenter – high energy, dynamic, enthusiastic, and very knowledgeable," said NCIS Principal Craig Lewis.
Students who enroll and pass apprenticeship classes through Palomar College earn college credit. Those who complete all of the requirements of an apprenticeship program will earn a Certificate of Achievement from Palomar College in addition to a Journeyman’s Certificate from the training center.
Participation in an apprenticeship is a pathway to college and career and is a valuable resource for students.
