Youth Apprenticeships

What is a Youth Apprenticeship Program?

It’s never too early for middle school students to start thinking about their future careers and learn how an apprenticeship can serve as a foundation for jumpstarting their careers. Today’s youth can get a head start as early as 16 on building their future, by entering a School To Registered Apprenticeship, STRAP, youth apprenticeship program.

STRAP provides the foundation for youth to choose among multiple pathways – to enroll in college, begin full-time employment, or a combination. It is a rigorous education option that combines theoretical learning with practical learning that focuses on career and education objectives. It is a direct path to high paying, in demand jobs.

STRAP Apprentices split their time between traditional high school classes and the workplace. This takes place as early as their junior year or when they are 16 years of age. By the conclusion of the program, students should have: