For apprentices
Why choose a skilled trade?
Skilled trades are in demand across New York State and the country. When you complete a Registered Apprenticeship, you earn a credential that is recognized statewide and beyond, opening doors wherever your career takes you.
Instead of taking on large amounts of student debt, apprentices grow their income over time as they build new skills. You’ll be working on real equipment, solving real problems, and contributing to real products that manufacturers depend on.
Apprenticeship programs are designed to give you a clear, step-by-step pathway—from entry-level worker to highly skilled journey worker in your trade.
What you gain
- Structured training with a clear outline of skills and milestones.
- Industry-recognized credentials you can take anywhere.
- Low-cost or debt-free pathways to training and education.
- A long-term career, not just a short-term job.